Services Assistant
Closing Date of Opportunity: 08/01/2023
Name or Organization: AUArts Students' Association
Contact Email: office.sa@auarts.ca
Come Work With Us! Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts, and here you’ll find yourself surrounded by the connoisseurs of Calgary’s contemporary culture. At the AUArts Students’ Association you’ll be working with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience. Be on the pulse of Calgary’s creative community and work with Alberta’s up and coming cultural innovators!
Position Profile
The Services Assistant is responsible for overseeing various aspects of AUArts services.
The Details
This is a paid hourly contract position (August 20th - June 20th) that requires approximately 10-12 hours per week at a rate of $17 per hour. This role is hybrid and requires in-person work to occur between M-T 11am-4pm, and may include occasional weekends.
We will accept all applications, however preference will be given to applicants who are current students or recent alumni of AUArts.
Core Objectives
· To oversee operations of various SA and spaces between September – June in collaboration with the Services Coordinator.
Core Objectives
· To oversee operations of various SA and spaces between September – June in collaboration with the Services Coordinator.
General Duties
· AUArts SA Website
o Prepare weekly submissions to Classifieds webpage
· Pantry
o Clean, organize, and stock pantry weekly ensuring space adheres to SA’s Pantry guidelines
o Track stock and organize weekly donations
o Respond to inquiries regarding pantry
· Bar Services
o Oversee bar staff
§ Input received bar bookings into staff schedule via Square Teams
§ Act as first point of contact for bar staff and AUArts facility and security during events
§ Provide coverage for sick or absent bar staff
o Admin
§ Update bar income and bartender wages on SA spreadsheet weekly
o Other
§ Prepare floats as needed for bar bookings
· Nest
o Clean and organize space weekly
· Front Desk
o Provide front desk support at AUArts SA
§ Answer student and visitor inquiries in-person and via phone
§ Tidy office space as needed
Who You Are
Here at AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too.
Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace.
Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small.
Inspiration & Innovation - Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services.
Qualifications:
· Interest or experience in non-profit galleries, artist-run-centers, curation, and contemporary art
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals
· Experience working both within a team and independently. Prior experience managing a team considered an asset.
· Knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word
· Prior experience with Square and/or Squarespace considered an asset.
Apply Now!
If we’ve caught your eye and you’d like to apply for this position, send us a resume and cover letter to help us get to know you better, and please also ensure you specify which job you’re applying for and why you think you’d be a good fit for our team.
Applications can be sent to: Gurman at director.sa@auarts.ca by August 1st, 2023 at 11:59pm. Interviews are will occur in mid-August with a preferred start date shortly thereafter.
The AUArts Students’ Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. If you require any specific accommodations to be made during the interview process, please do not hesitate to include this information when submitting your application. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.