Administration / Academics

•Centre for Career & Vocation & Practicum Program Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

Depending on the interests and skills of the student:

Communications and Graphic Design

• Communicating about Practicum and Vocation initiatives at CMU through social media, digital presentations
• Developing graphics and visually designing resource suite
• Contributing to weekly career-related newsletter

Peer Coaching and Advising

• Communicating about Practicum and Vocation initiatives at CMU through in-person or video presentations
• Collaborating to develop a peer career support program with Director
• (Co-)facilitating workshops or webinars on career-related topics
• Providing one-on-one peer advising on career topics such as resumes, cover letters and interview skills

Research and Resource Development

• Curating student practicum, job, and volunteer opportunities boards
• Revising and developing resources for CMU students around major-career linkage
• Collecting and analyzing data about career-related concerns of CMU students

In all cases:

• Other duties as needed – for example: photocopying, data entry

Qualifications

• Excellent oral presentation and written communication skills
• Ability to connect well with peers and provide empathetic and knowledgeable support
• Proven track record of taking initiative and thinking creatively
• Ability to work independently
• Experience and ability with project or program management
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong interest in career development and vocational exploration

Supervisor: Isaac Kuhl-Schlegel

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term position (September-April) 1-7 hours per week

Administration / Academics

•CMU Press Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• General assistance to the Director.
• Promotion and marketing: social media posts; ads, flyers, posters, promotional mailings; book launches.
• Physical help with the inventory (e.g. moving boxes of books to CommonWord).
• Depending on student interest and experience, copyediting and proofreading; incoming manuscript assessment.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills are a must. Reliable, responsible student with clerical experience. Basic design skills or willing to learn. Ability to work independently. Accuracy is important (literacy and numeracy).

Assets

• Passion for books (production and promotion); facility with (or interest in learning) design programs (Adobe Pro; InDesign; Canva). Knowledge of all social media platforms. Also helpful: experience with Excel; work with websites; understanding of Canadian literary scene and how publishing works.

Supervisor: Sue Sorensen

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 3 hour per week

Administration / Academics

•Cross-Campus Courier
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

To ensure delivery of mail across campus twice daily Monday-Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver mail across campus twice a day, 9:30 AM & 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday (times are flexible with a qualified candidate)
  • Pick up cross-campus mail at South side Reception, take to North side Reception
  • Bring mail from North side Reception to South side Reception
• Once the mail is picked up the responsibility is to sort the mail into staff mailboxes, residence mailboxes, and commuter mailboxes.
• This job also includes emailing anyone who receives mail but does not have a mailbox.
• The position involves putting up posters as well as taking them down once the dates have passed.
• Other duties as assigned to assist the Student Life Program.

Qualifications

• Punctual
• Reliable
• Delivery times work with course timetable
• Wear appropriate apparel for the weather

Supervisor: Diana Sanchez

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term position (September-April) 5 - 7 per week (ten 0.5hr slots, with potential extra 0.5hr dependent on afternoon duties – see below), availability determines hours

Administration / Academics

•Grad Studies Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

As CMU’s graduate programs grow, we want to continue to build connections among our graduate student community, through grad student events, such as orientation, a year-end event and weekly graduate student coffee breaks. The Grad Student Assistant’s work in planning and hosting these events and maintaining the grad studies room is key to creating inviting spaces for community connections.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate Grad student social events
  • The Assistant will work with the Graduate Student Council to plan and promote regular events (in-person coffee break, zoom lunch...) for graduate students, in coordination with the Associate Registrar for Graduate Studies. The Assistant will be responsible to help to set-up for in-person events and to help clean up after in-person social events.
  • The Assistant will serve as host for the social events each week and will work to create and warm inviting space and to include all grad students who attend.
  • As opportunity permits, the Assistant will encourage participants from all grad programs to attend social events and to use the Grad Studies Room.
• Support the work of the Graduate Student Council
  • The Assistant will attend Graduate Student Council meetings and will support the Council in carrying out activities and other plans.
• Maintain the Grad Studies Room
  • The Assistant will check the grad studies room at least weekly and will tidy up, as needed. This includes checking the fridge and discarding any spoiled food.
  • The Assistant will monitor and notify the Associate Registrar for Graduate Studies if supplies (coffee, tea, sugar) are needed for the Grad Studies Room.
  • The Assistant will monitor the bulletin board in the Grad Studies room, removing out-of-date material and adding new material, as it becomes available.
• Support for grad studies orientation and year-end event
  • The Assistant will help the Associate Registrar for Grad Studies to plan, set-up, host and clean up for orientation, year-end events and other events.
• Provide occasional administrative support to the Associate Registrar for Graduate Studies.
• Meet bi-weekly with the Associate Registrar for Grad Studies to check-in and to plan.
• Other duties as assigned.

Key Assets

• Strong commitment and vision for the work of CMU
• Teachable spirit and willingness to be flexible
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and displays critical thinking skills
• Able to connect with students from a variety of backgrounds
• Must be a graduate student at CMU
• Valid Canadian drivers license

Supervisor: Valerie Smith

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: 3 hours per week, plus additional hours as needed for event support, (including orientation and year-end events) (Sep-Apr).

Administration / Academics

•Media Lab Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The presence of media studios and recording field equipment at CMU represents many exciting opportunities for Communications and Media students. These production spaces are intended to support many parts of the CMU community and requires ongoing administrative and maintenance support. The Comm/Media Assistant position provides an excellent skills development experience while at the same time providing the needed support to maintain and manage the studios and equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Field Equipment/Studios Orientation and Management

• The Assistant facilitates check-out/sign-in processes with library staff for all portable audio and video equipment and regularly checks the working condition of all equipment. The Assistant also checks equipment in the studios and flags any operational concerns or needs. The Assistant will participate in managing hardware and software in the studios and CMU computer labs in consultation with Comm/Media faculty and CMU’s IT department.
• A significant role in managing these resources is the delivery of orientation sessions at the beginning of each term. All students enrolled in a course that uses field equipment and/or media studios are required to attend a 30-minute orientation that explains usage responsibilities and procedures.

Studios Scheduling

• Projects from various courses and departments will be requiring time in the media studios. These activities may involve students, student volunteers, sessional instructors, and regular faculty and staff. The Assistant will serve as the contact person for studio scheduling and will prioritize usage in consultation with Communications/Media faculty. The Assistant will provide administrative support to set up student accounts on studio computers as needed.

Guidelines and Policy Development

• The Assistant participates in formulating strategy, guidelines and policy for field equipment and media studio use. This is important work that helps to build an appropriate infrastructure for program delivery.

Peer Mentoring

• The Assistant will be available to students working on projects as a peer mentor for up to 2 hours/week. An appointment system will be established through which students can sign-up for assistance. Peer mentoring is offered on the basis of the Assistant’s skills and experience.

Production Assistance

• The Assistant may be asked to assist in various creative production projects on behalf of CMU as time permits and as needs arise. Decisions about production involvement will be made on a case by case basis for faculty and staff-approved CMU projects.

Key Assets

• Strong commitment and vision for the work of CMU
• Teachable spirit and willingness to be flexible
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and displays critical thinking skills
• Good communication skills, interested in mentoring others
• Administrative capacity, able to follow protocols in a timely manner
• Knowledge of audio and video editing software and production processes

Supervisor: David Balzer; Direct report is Darryl Neustaedter Barg

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 4-5 hours per week, 4.6x26 weeks=120 hours (possible total) It is preferable to have some activity in late August if possible to prepare for studio orientation sessions.

Administration / Academics

•North Reception Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The North Reception desk provides customer service to people with general inquiries in person, over the phone, and through email. Additionally, this is the primary location where mail is received and distributed. The North Reception Assistant covers various shifts at the desk to ensure that all inquiries are responded to in a timely manner.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Respond to calls that come to the main CMU phone line, providing answers or transferring the call to the appropriate person
• Respond to voicemails in a timely manner
• Assist those who come with questions to the reception desk, including giving directions, handing out waivers, using the copy machine, and releasing items for pickup
• Deal with emails that come to the CMU info email account, replying, forwarding, or deleting as necessary
• Receive mail deliveries from couriers and ensure that mail reaches its final destination
• Sort inter-departmental mail for mailboxes on North
• Prepare outgoing mail and parcels for pickup
• Receive and record payments for personal postage and personal print jobs
• Serve as a contact point should an emergency arise in the North building, responding according to emergency protocols
• Update lists and directories as information changes
• Maintain a clean and orderly space in the office
• Set up and take down Christmas decorations
• Other administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong commitment and vision for the work of CMU
• Attention to detail and desire to learn
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently, while keeping in communication with supervisor and other reception workers
• Ability to work in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel

Physical requirements

• Some heavy lifting required.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen 

Pay: Minimum wage

Location: Main desk on North campus

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Regular shifts of 3-8 hours per week during office hours (9AM – 5PM, M-F)

Administration / Academics

•Science Lab Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare solutions required for science labs.
• Set up, take down and clean up of science labs.
• Maintain inventory lists in Excel spreadsheets.
• File invoices and material safety data sheet (MSDS) forms.
• Create and maintain binders for equipment manuals, MSDS, etc.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment and vision for the work of CMU
• Teachable spirit and willingness to be flexible
• Self-motivated, ability to work independently and displays critical thinking skills
• Good communication skills
• Administrative capacity, able to follow protocols in a timely manner
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Colmpleted second year of science degree program having taken Biology & Chemistry.

Supervisor: Katie Reeves

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term position (September-April) Approx 1.5-3 hours/week

Administration / Academics

•Spy Tower Press Manager
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

• This person will oversee the pressroom and equipment
• Develop and coordinate student activities such as book arts workshops
• Ensure that the space and equipment are maintained in good order

Qualifications

• A working knowledge of the press equipment
• Good organizational skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to initiate and oversee group activities

Supervisor: Paul Dyck

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Approx. 40 hours total. 

Athletics

•Admissions Host
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

The Athletics Admissions Host, welcomes guests at every home game, collects admission fees (cash or digital payment – credit/debit – with POS) and provides answers to questions related to facilities and information related to the event.

This may include, washroom locations, parking questions, game times, admission prices, accessing digital game sheets, and assisting elderly guests with best places to sit comfortably. 

The Athletics Admissions Host should be comfortable working with money and ensure that a detailed record of monies in and the number of spectators is recorded.

This position may be divided by sport. Total hours of work would adjust as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Friendly and outgoing
• Reliable
• Punctual
• Trustworthy
• Attentive to details

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Approx. 90 hours total (Sep-Mar)

Athletics

•Athletics Event Set-up
(Position Unavailable)

Duties & Responsibilities

The Event Assistants (2) work to set up the venue at the Loewen Athletic Centre for game day competitions. Generally, these duties take place on Friday or Saturday in the late morning or early afternoon, as per gym schedule, start time and availability.

Working together, the Event Assistants ensure that the full venue is set up and equipment is in good, working order for the competition. An average set up will take 1 ½ hours. This includes:

• Scorer’s table
• Bleachers and team benches
• Sound system and lighting
• Basketball Hoops or Volleyball Net (as per sport)
• Scoreboard / Scoresheets
• Clocks are Operational
• Water coolers
• Admissions Table

Qualifications

• Attentive to details
• Physically able
• Punctual and reliable
• Ideally, lives on or close to campus (but not essential)

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term (October - March) Approx. 40 hours total (Oct-Mar)

Athletics

•Basketball Lead Videographer
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the CMU Athletic Communications team, the Athletics Videographer plays a key role in delivery of the home event to viewers at home. Working with modern equipment and programs, the Athletics Videographer ensures access, set up and operations of video equipment is prepared in a timely manner to maintain consistency of video delivery of the game day experience.

This may include reserving, picking up and returning of video equipment from library, creating video links for event access, preparing power access, web access, prior to event time and staying up to date on modern livestreaming equipment.

Reporting to the Athletics Sports Information and Communications Coordinator, the Athletics Videographer will ensure that video links are shared in a timely manner for consistent public access.

This position may fit well for a student studying Communications and Media at CMU or fit a person with a general interest in sports and technology.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills
• A working knowledge of modern livestreaming equipment
• Ideally, experienced with livestream through classwork in CMU - Communications and Media, Livestreaming Workshop
• Punctual and reliable

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term (September-March) Approx. 115 hours total 

Athletics

•Basketball Scoreboard Operator
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the game day minor officials team, the Basketball Scoreboard Operator is responsible for operating the digital scoreboard for the duration of the competition. The items that are visible on the scoreboard are:

• Running Game Time
• Point totals – home and away
• Fouls
• Accumulated Team Fouls (Bonus)
• Period or Quarter

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the Basketball game day team will assist in post-game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; (volleyball scorekeeper, or any position related to soccer home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of basketball
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (October-March) Approx. 40 hours total

Athletics

•Basketball Scorekeeper
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the game day minor officials team, the Basketball Scorekeeper is responsible for recording data on the master score sheet for the competition records. The master score sheet records such information as:

• Event details – location, officials, participating teams, date
• Running score
• Total Points
• Individual Points
• Total Fouls
• Individual Fouls
• Team timeouts

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the Basketball game day team will assist in post game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; (volleyball scorekeeper, or any position related to soccer home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of basketball
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term (October-March) Approx. 40 hours total

Athletics

•Basketball Shot Clock Operator
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the game day minor officials team, the Basketball Shot Clock Operator is responsible for operating the shot clock during the game. Each team has an allotted number of seconds in each possession of the ball to attempt a shot that must contact the basketball hoop. The clock is reset after each shot, foul or change of possession.

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the Basketball game day team will assist in post-game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; (volleyball scorekeeper, or any position related to soccer home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of basketball
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term (October-March) Approx. 40 hours total 

Athletics

•Public Address Announcer
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the game day team, the Public Address Announcer plays a key role in guiding the ongoings of a home Athletics event. Following a pre-written script, the PA Announcer welcomes the audience, delivers the names of the athletes in the starting lineups, notes important data in-match, including scorers, fouls, etc; particular to the sport.

The PA Announcer also plays a critical role in the entertainment of the event, carefully selecting appropriate songs during stoppages in the action (timeouts or game breaks) from a pre-selected event playlists.

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the game day team will assist in post game clean up.

This position may fit well for a student studying Communications and Media at CMU or fit a person with a general interest in sports.

Qualifications

• Strong public reading / oral communications skills
• Outgoing and confident personality
• Punctual
• Generally knowledgeable about sports
• Familiar with basic sound boards and Spotify app
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU, soccer, basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaacs

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-March) Approx. 125 hours total 

Athletics

•Soccer Scorekeeper
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

As part of the game day team, the Soccer Scorekeeper is responsible for operating the digital scoreboard and score clock for CMU home soccer games at the Ralph Cantafio Soccer Complex on Waverley Street. Along with operating the scoreboard, the Soccer Scorekeeper will collect basic statistical information and data from the match.

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the game day team will assist in post-game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; ( any position related to volleyball or basketball home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of soccer
• Able to multi-task
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU soccer team

Supervisor: Cara Issak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-October) Approx. 30 hours total

Athletics

•Sports Photographer
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the CMU Athletic Communications team, the Athletics Sports Photographer plays a key role in capturing the story of the home events and contributing to a vital photo library for use in various university and CMU Athletics initiatives. Working with modern photography equipment and programs, the Athletics Sports Photographer that equipment is accessed, set up and operational prior to the start of every event, that files are collected, saved and shared and equipment is used with great care.

Reporting to the Athletics Sports Information and Communications Coordinator, the Sports Photographer will ensure that files are shared immediately following an event to allow for a timely delivery of photo and results on all CMU social media platforms.

This position may fit well for a student studying Communications and Media at CMU or fit a person with a general interest in sports and technology.

Qualifications

• Experienced in photography and photography equipment
• Artistic
• Familiar with sports
• Punctual and reliable
• Ideally, (but not essential) can provide examples of past photography work

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-March) Approx. 100 hours total 

Athletics

•Video Camera Operator
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the CMU Athletic Communications team, the Athletics Video Camera Operator plays a key role in delivery of the home event to viewers at home. Working with modern equipment and programs, the Video Camera Operator works with the Lead Videographer to produce a consistent, high-quality livestream broadcast of all home athletics events.

The Video Camera Operator may be asked to assist in reserving, picking up and returning of video equipment from the CMU library, create video links for event access, preparing power access and web access prior to event times.

Reporting to the Athletics Sports Information and Communications Coordinator, the Video Camera Operator will contribute to the CMU Athletics Communications team and be a key behind-the-scenes mediator in a spectators “at-home” CMU Blazers experience.

This position may fit well for a student studying Communications and Media at CMU or fit a person with a general interest in sports and technology.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills
• Ideally, experienced with livestream through classwork in CMU - Communications and Media, Livestreaming Workshop, but not required.
• Punctual and reliable

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-March) Approx. 100 hours total

Athletics

•Volleyball Court Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

As part of the game day minor officials and the volleyball game day team, the Volleyball Court Assistants (2 positions) are manage the volleyball “3-ball” system to create flow in the match and contribute to the professionalism of the event.

Essentially, each Court Assistant is positioned on opposite sides of the court, away from any chance of interfering with play. The court assistance work together to ensure that at the conclusion of every point, the next server is provided with a new ball promptly and the ball used on the previous point is collected.

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the Volleyball game day team will assist in post-game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; (volleyball scorekeeper, or any position related to soccer home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of volleyball would be an asset but is not required
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (October-March) Approx. 30 hours total

Athletics

•Volleyball Scorekeeper
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

As part of the game day minor officials team, the Volleyball Scorekeeper is responsible for recording data on the master score sheet for the competition records as well as keeping the game score on the digital scoreboard. The master score sheet records such information as:

• Event details – location, officials, participating teams, date
• Running score
• Total score
• Substitutions
• Team timeouts

At the conclusion of the event, the members of the Volleyball game day team will assist in post-game clean up.

This position may be coupled with other student-work positions in Athletics to create additional hours; (volleyball scorekeeper, or any position related to soccer home events.)

Qualifications

• Some prior knowledge of the sport of volleyball
• Able to multi-task
• Punctual
• Cannot be an active member of a CMU basketball or volleyball team

Supervisor: Cara Isaak

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (October-March) Approx. 40 hours total

AV / IT

•Audio/Visual Technician
(Position Unavailable)

There are three levels of AV Technicians depending on seniority and training. Wage and responsibility increases with each level.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Wages: Position dependent

Hours: Term (September-April)

Technician I

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up and operation of sound equipment for internal events on campus

Qualifications

• Participation in on-the-job training
• Must be reliable and able to work independently
• Evening and Weekend availability an asset but not required
• May involve heavy lifting (~55 lbs)

Hours: Term (September-April) 1-5 hours/week

Technician II

Duties and Responsibilities

• Setup and operation of sound equipment for internal and external events
• Responsible for general maintenance and care of equipment

Qualifications

• Participation in on-the-job training
• Must be reliable and able to work independently
• Some evening and weekend availability required
• May involve heavy lifting (~55 lbs)

Hours: Term (September-April) 2-10 hours/week

Technician III

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work in close conjunction with the A/V coordinator
• Primary contact point for Audio/Visual scheduling
• Schedule sound technicians for internal/external events
• On call support for facilities staff and sound technicians
• Responsible for general maintenance and care of equipment
• Responsible for ensuring equipment availability
• Ensure that events are recorded as necessary
• Provide backup support for sound technicians
• Run sound (be available) for public institutional events
• Coordinate sound for rental groups, ensure quality of presentation
• Coordinate equipment and technicians for music ensembles

Qualifications

• Participation in on-the-job training
• Must be reliable and able to work independently
• Some evening and weekend availability required
• May involve heavy lifting (~55 lbs)
• Sound Technician at CMU for two years or have equivalent experience
• Cell phone access an asset

Hours: Term (September-April) 5-15 hours/week

CommonWord

•Cashier Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Description

The primary role of the Student Cashier Assistant is to provide customers with a unique shopping experience by delivering excellent customer service in a library-store environment.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent customer service:
  • Greet, welcome customers
  • Assist customers in finding retail and loan resources, gifts and other products
  • Learn merchandise features, scope of the loan collection, and overall mission of CommonWord
• Front desk:
  • Operate two software packages:  our Point of Sale system (for retail purchases) and our web-based library system (for loans)
  • Handle cash, invoices, gift certificates and credit card payments
  • Distribute promotional materials
• Assist staff with the following:
  • Price and restock retail inventory and re-shelve loan items
  • Perform basic data entry
  • Help keep the store neat, clean and attractive to customers
  • Assist with special projects

Skills Requirements

• General computer literacy
• Ability to follow customer service standards
• Willingness to learn about our products and resources
• Oral and written communication skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Ability to represent CommonWord with a neat, clean appearance
• Experience in retail sales and/or library services would be helpful, but not essential
• Customer service experience would be helpful, but not essential

Training and Skills Development

• Point of Sale training and library software training
• Job shadowing
• Occasional customer service training

Supervisor: Arlyn Friesen Epp

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Commitment to regular shits, Two 2-hour morning shifts/week.  Attendentce for initial training and availability for each semester's texbook sales (first two weeks of Sept. and Jan.) Availibility for special events, as possible.  

CommonWord

•Shipping Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Position Description

The primary role of the Student Shipping Assistant is to aid CommonWord’s Administrative Assistant with processing retail and loan shipments. 

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Process online orders:
  • Retrieve materials from the shelves
  • Package materials
  • Print shipping labels
  • Process invoices
  • Distribute promotional materials
• Assist staff with the following, as time allows:
  • Restock retail inventory and re-shelve loan items
  • Perform basic data entry
  • Assist with special projects

Skills requirements

• General computer literacy
• Willingness to learn about our products and resources
• Oral and written communication skills
• Dependable and punctual
• Experience in retail sales and/or library services would be helpful, but not essential
• Customer service experience would be helpful, but not essential

Training and skills development

• Onsite training and initial job shadowing

Supervisor: Arlyn Friesen Epp

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Commitment to regular shifts, Two 2-hour morning shifts/week. Availibility for special events, as possible.  

Development

•Donor & Alumni Engagement
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and responsibilities

• Engaging alumni and donors to inform them about our new UPHOLD capital campaign for Poettcker Hall
  • Script and coaching provided
  • Ability to engage donors with personal experience living in residence
  • Record calls in database
  • Hours of work flexible

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills, including strong telephone calling skills
• Retail and/or customer service experience
• Enjoy engaging with people
• Familiarity with Microsoft: Word and Excel
• Willingness to learn Raiser’s Edge, a sophisticated data base (training provided!)
• Reliable and responsible
• Able to respect confidential information
• Willingness to ask questions of supervisor

Supervisor: Carol Hutman

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 4-8 hours/week

Development

•Donor Recognition & Alumni Support
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Make thank you calls to alumni and donors for their gifts that support students
  • Script and coaching provided
  • May also send thank you cards or emails
  • Record calls in Raiser’s Edge database
  • Hours of work flexible during office hours
• Data entry in Raiser’s Edge
  • Add information to pages including personal achievements of alumni
  • Update pages for student leaders, athletics, and other involvements
  • Send emails requesting address updates
  • Mailchimp unsubscribes and bounces
• Potential for assisting with public events
  • Decorating, set up, and take down
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills, including strong telephone calling skills
• Familiarity with Windows: Word and Excel
• Willingness to learn Raiser’s Edge, a sophisticated data base (training provided!)
• Reliable and responsible
• Able to respect confidential information
• Willingness to ask questions of supervisor

Supervisor: Carol Hutman

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 4-8 hours/week

Enrolment

•Social Media Liaison
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

We need a creative, responsible writer with a passion for blogging to add to the Student Ambassador team.

The admissions department is looking an individual to assist in the promotion of CMU and the recruitment of future CMU students through the blog #myCMUlife and through social media platforms. If you are a strong communicator and writer, a visionary, energetic, organized, creative, connected to the student body and passionate about telling the story of CMU to prospective students, then read on.

Duties and Responsibilities

Social Media Liaison will work 5 hours/week with time broken into two main categories and additional hours required occasionally.

1. #myCMUlife blog:
   1. Plan and schedule weekly blogs alongside of Danielle Bailey, Enrolment Coordinator
   2. Write regularly for the blog (minimum twice/month)
   3. Recruit current students to guest blog (minimum twice/month)
   4. Read and complete a first edit of guest blog posts
2. Story ideas: Social Media Liaison will help provide a Current Student perspective on life at CMU to potentially be used through our Twitter, Facebook and Instagram accounts. Social Media Liaison will assist with this by:
   1. Attending various events on campus
   2. Brainstorming new ideas for content
   3. Providing Pictures of daily life at CMU
   4. Sharing Perspectives and Insights into daily life at CMU
   5. Interviewing fellow students and community members regarding their CMU experiences.
3. Additional Hours: Student Ambassadors will occasionally be asked to complete additional hours in a week:
   1. Campus Visit Days: Student Ambassadors will work as part of the complete Admissions team to host future students and their families at Campus Visit Events.
   2. Staff displays at education fairs, church events, etc. as needed: Student Ambassadors may join Admissions Staff at career and educational fairs to help represent CMU.

Qualifications

• Have strong written and communication skills
• Have a passion for storytelling through the blog platform
• Have basic skills in photography
• Be connected to the community of CMU
• Have a general understanding of CMU
• Know how to operate Word, Excel and Outlook and be proficient at typing
• Be organized and flexible with time management, self motivated
• Familiar with Social Media sites and access to a smart phone or mobile device connected to the internet for the purposes of using social media
• The ability to act professionally and confidently as a representative of CMU

Supervisor: Danielle Bailey

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 4-5 hours/week

Enrolment

•Student Ambassador
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

We need energetic, hardworking, creative, responsible people to help in the admissions department

The admissions department is looking for people to assist in the promotion of CMU and the recruitment of future CMU students. If you are energetic, organized, creative, easy to talk to and love to tell people about CMU read on.

Duties and Responsibilities

Student Ambassadors work 3 hours/week with their time working in one main categories with additional hours required occasionally:

1. Daytime Hours: Student Ambassadors work one daytime shift of 3 hours/week
   • Provide support to Admissions Staff as requested, including office/administrative duties (i.e. data entry, mailings, filing etc. ).
   • Assist Admissions Counsellors in hosting visitors on campus as time permits (i.e. joining students for lunch, hosting them in a class, providing campus tours)
   • Depending on workload and time of year, daytime hours may include some email contact with future students.
   • Contact with Future Students outside of Evening/Daytime Hours.
     • Flex time may also be used as needed to continue conversations with future students begun during regular evening or daytime hours.
   • Attend 30 minute student ambassador “staff” meeting one lunch hour/week
2. Additional Hours:  Student Ambassadors will occasionally be required to complete additional hours in a week:
   • Campus Visit Events
     • Student Ambassadors will work as part of the complete Admissions team to host future students and their families at Campus Visit Events. 
   • Staff displays at education fairs, church events, etc as needed.
     • Student Ambassadors may join Admissions Staff at career and educational fairs to help represent CMU. 
   • Create content for the CMU Student Blog
     • Student Ambassadors will occasionally be asked to write blog posts for the blog #myCMUlife.

Qualifications

• Be friendly, out-going, and have an overall positive understanding of CMU
• Know how to operate Word, Excel and Outlook and be proficient at typing
• Be personable, approachable and able to relate to a variety of people.
• Be organized and flexible, able to complete a variety of tasks
• Familiar with Social Media sites and access to a smart phone or mobile device connected to the internet for the purposes of using social media
• The ability to act professionally and confidently as a representative of CMU

Supervisor: Danielle Bailey

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term position (September-April) 3 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning (Various Positions) - expression of interest
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

Examples (specific duties are different for each job):

• sweep and wet mop stairs
• sweep and wet mop foyer by main entrance
• mop & polish the elevator
• take out the garbage located in entrances, on first floor by phone area or by elevator
• make sure to use wet floor signs on each landing

Qualifications

• ability to do physical work
• ability to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• have a sense of cleanliness and know how to clean

Additional Information

• Supplies (provided by CMU): supplies stored near job site
• Starting date beginning of September: as soon as possible after orientation and training which happens during registration.
• Last day of work: Let the office know when you are leaving for home at the end of each semester, as well as when you are planning on returning for the second semester, if you are planning on coming back later than the first day of classes.
• Holidays/absence because of Spring Break, Illness, etc: Please notify the Hosting/Facilities Dept of your absence, in case they need to find somebody to replace you. You are not expected to work on Stat holidays. If in doubt check with supervisor.
• Work Injuries: Please report work injuries ASAP to the Hosting/Facilities Dept.
• Broken Equipment: Please report to Maintenance Dept. ASAP.
• Material Safety Data Sheets (binders): are located in every Utility room. It contains safety information re every chemical that is used on campus. Please be sure to note the binder in the Utility room you use.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Various with position (minimum 2 hours/week)

Facilities

•Cleaning - Chapel Floor
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the CMU chapel. This position ensures a pristine environment for community gatherings, CMU academics, external rental groups, and others who use the chapel. The Student Cleaner contributes to a welcoming atmosphere by adhering to cleaning schedules and ensuring cleaning standards are maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stack and store chairs according to chapel guidelines
• Clean up and dispose of any garbage
• Organize and put away hymnals or other items
• Sweep the floor to ensure all debris is removed
• Wet mop floor
• Maintain cleaning equipment to ensure it is usable to others
• Vacuum all carpeted areas.
• Meetings will be scheduled with your supervisor in January. These meetings must be attended to retain employment.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.

Qualifications

• Physically capability to lift and move chairs and complete assigned tasks
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• Flexibility to adjust cleaning schedule based on chapel usage

Working Conditions

This position requires work in the chapel twice per week, approximately 2 hours per shift. Ideally, the successful applicant should complete cleaning requirements on Tuesdays and Fridays. The chapel schedule will be provided weekly and may require adjustments based on chapel usage. Some flexibility in the schedule can be accommodated, but any changes must be discussed with your supervisor.

Physical Requirements 

The Student Cleaner position involves physical tasks such as lifting and moving chairs, handling cleaning supplies, and performing cleaning duties. This role requires the ability to bend, stoop, and maintain cleanliness in the chapel. The successful applicant must be physically capable of completing assigned tasks and adhere to safety procedures to prevent injury. Any physical concerns or issues should be promptly communicated to your supervisor for appropriate assistance and accommodation.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 4 hours/week, split between 2 shift.

Facilities

•Cleaning - Commuter Lounge
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the university commuter lounges. This position ensures a clean environment for commuter students, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for food preparation. The Student Cleaner contributes to a positive campus experience by adhering to cleaning schedules and maintaining high cleaning standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize the commuter lounges twice per week, ensuring all areas are kept to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Vacuum carpeted areas.
• Tidy counter tops, put away dishes sitting in drying rack.
• Wipe off counter tops, tables, microwaves, and sinks.
• Sweep tiled floor areas.
• Wet mop tiled floor areas.
• Refill paper towel dispensers and soap.
• Remove garbage and compost.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• Coordinate flexible schedule with supervisor, ensuring cleaning duties are completed each shift (2x per week for 3 hours each session).
  • The shift schedule is flexible but should be discussed with the supervisor to ensure adherence to cleaning expectations is met.

Qualifications

• Ability to do physical work (lift equipment, clean).
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Respectful and courteous to facility users and staff.

Working Conditions

This position is based in the commuter student lounges on the North and South side. The role includes handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. The schedule offers flexibility, with tasks scheduled twice weekly for three hours each time, coordinated with your supervisor. The role involves minimal direct supervision during work hours.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding role that requires cleaning. Responsibilities also include, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other cleaning activities requiring physical exertion. The successful applicant must adhere to safety protocols to prevent injuries and strain.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 6 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning - Concord Hall Hallways and Glass
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the hallways and glass surfaces in Concord Hall. By ensuring these areas are kept clean, the cleaner contributes to a welcoming environment that enhances resident satisfaction and promotes a positive living experience. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness reflects positively on the institution and supports its commitment to providing high-quality living experiences for students.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the hallways in Concord Hall.
• Vacuum hallways 3 times per week.
• Sweep and wet mop tiled area 3 times per week. About 2 hours each time.
• Remove garbage, empty bins, and replace bin liners.
• Clean glass surfaces once per week, about 2 hours.
• Clean windows once per week, about 2 hours.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Work should be spread throughout the week between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting is mandatory to retain employment.
• Honest reporting of hours worked.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks involving lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfort working with cleaning chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in Concord Hall cleaning hallways and glass surfaces. Cleaning is a physically demanding task and involves lifting and carrying supplies. Work must be completed based on the agreed upon schedule between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This position involves physical activities such as lifting, bending, vacuuming, sweeping, wet mopping, and cleaning glass surfaces. Safety procedures should be followed to avoid injury on the cleaner and others.

Other Information

Prior to starting work, the successful applicant will receive paid safety and job-specific training. Training is mandatory, and failure to complete it will result in forfeiting the position.

• Keys: A Janitor Room 3000 key will be provided for access to the supply room. Failure to return this key after employment will result in a $20.00 fee charged to your student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 4 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning - Concord Hall Laundry Room Cleaner
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the laundry rooms in Concord Hall. This role ensures that the laundry facilities are clean, organized, and welcoming for all residents, promoting a positive living experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Empty lint traps in dryers.
• Wipe down machines and dryers to remove lint and residue.
• Sweep and wet mop floors to ensure cleanliness.
• Wipe off counters, sinks, and other surfaces.
• Take out garbage and replace bin liners.
• Tasks should be done twice per week.
• Scheduling is flexible but should be discussed with the supervisor.
• A meeting will be scheduled in January with the supervisor. This meeting is mandatory to retain employment.
• Honest reporting of hours worked.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow cleaning procedures.
• Physical ability to life and carry cleaning supplies.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, with minimal supervision.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Comfortable handling cleaning chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in the laundry rooms of Concord Hall, performing cleaning tasks that involve physical activity such as lifting, bending, and carrying. The work schedule is flexible within the agreed-upon hours.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding role that requires cleaning. Responsibilities also include, sweeping, mopping, and other activities that require physical exertion. Safety procedures should be followed to prevent injury.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

• Keys: A Janitor Room 3000 key will be provided for access to the supply room. Failure to return this key after employment will result in a $20.00 fee charged to your student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 10 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning - Concord Hall Lounges
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the lounges in the Concord Hall residence building. This role is crucial for ensuring a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents and guests, which contributes to the overall well-being and satisfaction. Maintaining high standards of cleanliness reflects positively on the institution and supports its commitment to providing high-quality living experience for students.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain 5 lounges in the Concord Hall residence building.
• Perform cleaning tasks 3 times per week, should be spaced throughout the week.
• Vacuum the floors in each lounge.
• Take out garbage from all lounges and replace liners.
• Wipe off tables and other surfaces.
• Reset furniture to ensure lounges are neat and orderly.
• Report any maintenance issues or supply needs to the supervisor.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Tasks must be done between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.
• Honesty when reporting hours worked.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in the Concord Hall residence building. Cleaning tasks will involve physical activity, including lifting, bending, and carrying. Work must be completed in a timely manner and according to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor. Working hours can be scheduled anytime between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This position will require physical activity such as lifting and carrying cleaning supplies. Must also be able to physically vacuum and use other movements. It is expected that the successful applicant will follow safety procedures to avoid injury.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting the position.

• Keys: Janitor room 3000 key will be provided to access the supply room. Failing to return this key after employment will result in a $20.00 fee charged to your student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 10 hours/week, split between 3 shifts.

Facilities

•Cleaning - Concord Hall Stairwells and Entrances
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the stairwells and entrances in the Concord Hall residence building. This role is essential for ensuring these high-traffic areas remain clean, safe, and welcoming for all residents and visitors. Keeping these areas clean enhances the building appearance and helps to prevent accidents from happening.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the stairwells and entrances in the Concord Hall residence building.
• Vacuum entrance matting, carpets and other areas.
• Sweep and wet mop stairs.
• Wet mop other entrances.
• Remove garbage in area, empty garbage bins, and replace bin liners.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Tasks must be done 5 times per week between 7:30am- 10:30pm. About 2 hours each shift.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.
• Wipe down the elevator walls and buttons.
• Sweep elevator and wet mop.
• Honesty when reporting hours worked.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work with cleaning chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in the Concord Hall residence building. Cleaning tasks will involve physical activity, including lifting, bending, and carrying. Work must be completed in a timely manner and according to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor. Working hours can be scheduled anytime between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This position will require physical activity such as lifting and carrying cleaning supplies. The successful applicant must be able to vacuum, sweep, and wet mop stairs and entrances. It is expected that the successful applicant will follow safety procedures to avoid injury.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting the position.

• Keys: Janitor room 3000 key will be provided to access the supply room. Failing to return this key after employment will result in a $20.00 fee charged to your student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 10 hours/week, split between 5 shifts.

Facilities

•Cleaning - Fitness Room Cleaning
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the university fitness room. This position exists to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all users by regularly cleaning and sanitizing equipment, floors, and surfaces. The Student Cleaner is responsible for upholding high standards of cleanliness to enhance the overall experience of fitness room users.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sanitize and thoroughly wipe down all fitness equipment
• Clean up equipment and ensure it is properly stored
• Sweep and/or vacuum floor, wet mop to maintain cleanliness
• Remove garbage, replace garbage bag, and remove recycling
• Clean mirrors and other surfaces
• Refill paper towel and cleaning solution spray bottles.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• Coordinate flexible shift schedules with supervisor, ensuring cleaning duties are completed each shift (2x per week for 2 hours each session)
  • The shift schedule is flexible but should be discussed with the supervisor to ensure adherence to cleaning expectations is met
• Meetings will be scheduled with your supervisor in January. These meetings must be attended to retain employment.

Qualifications

• Ability to do physical work (lift equipment, clean)
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• Respectful and courteous to facility users and staff

Working Conditions

This position is based in the fitness room within the Loewen Athletic Centre. The role includes handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. The schedule offers flexibility, with tasks scheduled twice weekly for two hours each, coordinated with your supervisor. The role involves minimal direct supervision during work hours.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding role that requires lifting fitness equipment for room maintenance. Responsibilities also include, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other cleaning activities requiring physical exertion. The successful applicant must adhere to safety protocols to prevent injuries and strain. 

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory, failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

• Keys: A81 key will be provided to access the supply room. Failing to return this key after employment will result in a $20.00 fee charged to your student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 4 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning - KFA Hallways, Glass, and Laundry Room
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of three laundry rooms, glass surfaces, and hallways in Katherine Friesen Apartments. This position is essential for ensuring a clean environment for residents. The cleaner will perform a variety of tasks to uphold high standards of cleanliness, contributing to a positive and welcoming atmosphere for guests and residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Vacuum hallways on all 3 floors of KFA.
• Vacuum entrance area and floor mats.
• Take out garbage in hallways, entrance area, and laundry rooms.
• Clean glass surfaces in entrances and lounges.
• Clean and dust windowsills and ledges around glass areas (around windows, doors, and walls).
• Sweep and wet mop laundry room floors.
• Dispose of garbage found in laundry rooms.
• Clean out lint traps in dryers.
• Wipe laundry machines and dryers (including inside, lids, and sides of the machines).
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring they are stored properly.
• A meeting will be scheduled in January with the supervisor. This meeting is mandatory to retain employment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to do physical work.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of yourself and others.

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will be working in the Katherine Friesen Apartment building, handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. Scheduling is flexible but should be discussed with the supervisor. Hallways need to be cleaned 3 times per week, taking about 2 hours per time. Laundry rooms should be cleaned twice per week, taking about 1.5 hours per time. Glass should be cleaned once per week, taking about 2 hours. This role involves minimal direct supervision during work hours. Tasks should be completed between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding role that requires cleaning. Responsibilities also include, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and other cleaning activities requiring physical exertion. The successful applicant must adhere to safety protocols to prevent injuries and strain.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 11 hours/week, split between 5 shifts

Facilities

•Cleaning - KFA Lounge Cleaning
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and order in the student lounges and washroom located in the second-floor lounge. Cleanliness is crucial in providing a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for students and guests. The lounges are an integral part of community life, making it essential that they are kept clean and inviting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain 3 lounges in Katherine Friesen Apartments.
• Vacuum and clean floors in lounges.
• Empty garbage bins, replace liners, and clean bins if needed.
• Arrange furniture into the normal configuration.
• Wipe down surfaces and high-touch points.
• Monitor and replace vacuum bags as necessary.
• Lounges should be cleaned 3 times per week.
• Washroom should be cleaned once per week.
• Washroom supplies should be checked and restocked 3 times per week.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Tasks must be done between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.
• Honest when reporting hours and work.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in the Katherine Friesen Apartments. Cleaning tasks will involve physical activity, including lifting, bending, and carrying. Work must be completed in a timely manner and according to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor. The work should be split between 3 shifts and about 3 to 3.5 hours per shift. Working hours can be scheduled anytime between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This position will require physical activity such as lifting and carrying cleaning supplies up stairs. Must also be able to physically vacuum and use other cleaning movements. It is expected that the successful applicant will follow safety procedures to avoid injury.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting the position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 10 hours/week, split between 3 shifts.

Facilities

•Cleaning - KFA Stairwells and Entrances
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the stairwells and entrances in KFA. Cleanliness is crucial in providing a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for students and guests. This position is 6 hours per week split between 3 shifts, 2 hours per shift. Scheduling is flexible but must be discussed with the supervisor.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean the 3 entrances and 2 sets of stairs in the building.
• Sweep and wet mop stairs and landings 3 times per week.
• Vacuum entrance mats at all 3 entrances.
• Remove garbage and debris.
• Sweep out doorframes to remove grit.
• Sweep and wet mop underneath floor mats at all 3 entrances.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Tasks must be done between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.
• Honest when reporting hours and work.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to perform tasks that involve lifting, bending, and carrying.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will work in the Katherine Friesen Apartments. Cleaning tasks will involve physical activity, including bending, lifting, and carrying supplies up stairs. Work must be completely in a timely manner according to the schedule agreed upon with the supervisor. Working hours can be scheduled anytime between 7:30am- 10:30pm.

Physical Requirements 

This position will require physical activity such as lifting and carrying cleaning supplies up and down stairs. Additionally, this position will involve cleaning on stairs. The successful applicant is expected to follow all safety procedures to avoid injury for themselves and others.

Other Information

Prior to starting work, the successful applicant will receive paid safety Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting the position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 6 hours/week

Facilities

•Cleaning - PH Dining Room Floor Cleaning
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the dining hall floor. This role is essential for ensuring that students, staff, faculty, and visitors have a welcoming and clean environment to share meals. The job is shared between two individuals, with each person working 3 times per week for 2 hours per shift.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stack all chairs on top of tables
• Thoroughly sweep the floor, including underneath tables
• Use the floor scrubber to mop the floor.
• Wet mop the floor underneath tables.
• Work schedule is 6:30pm to 8:30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Maintain all cleaning equipment and notify supervisor of any issues.
• Both cleaners work together on Monday from 6:30pm- 8:30pm.
• On the days other than Monday, shifts are alternated between the two cleaners.  
• Scheduling should be coordinated between the two cleaners in consultation with the supervisor.
• On Monday, all tables and chairs should be stacked and moved the side to thoroughly sweep, wash, and polish the floor. After cleaning, reset the tables and chairs.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to do physical work.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Willingness to learn how to operate cleaning equipment.
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of yourself and others.

Working Conditions

This position is based in the dining room in Poettcker Hall. The role includes handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. Work is scheduled for 3 times per week, with each shift lasting two hours. The schedule involves alternating days, with both cleaners working together on Monday evenings. The role involves minimal direct supervision during work hours.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding job that will require the successful applicant to stack and move chairs and tables. Tables will be moved when there are two people on shift to avoid strain. Additionally, the successful applicant should be capable of sweeping, mopping, and the other physical demands of this job.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

• Keys: Kitchen key will be provided to access the kitchen. Failing to return this key before the end of April will result in a charge of $20.00 to Student Cleaner’s student account.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Approx. 2 hour shifts, 3 times per week (6 hours per week, per person)

Facilities

•Cleaning - PH East Side Washrooms, Weekends
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the 3 washrooms on the east side of Poettcker Hall on Saturdays and Sundays. This position plays in integral part in ensuring the health and well-being of students living in Poettcker Hall. The Student Cleaner will clean a total of 3 washrooms, dedicating 1 hour per washroom, each Saturday and Sunday throughout the academic year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Restock toilet paper, paper towels, and soap in each washroom.
• Wipe off counters and sinks.
• Clean toilets
• Sweep and wet mop floors.
• Take out garbage and replace bags.
• Clean mirrors.
• Cleaning tasks must be completed between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January and must be attended to retain employment.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.

Qualifications

• Ability to do physical work.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Reliable and honest in completing assigned work.
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of yourself and others.

Working Conditions

This position is based in the washrooms on the east side of Poettcker Hall. There are a total of 3 washrooms, one on each floor. The role includes handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. Work is scheduled for 3 hours on Saturday and Sunday, to be completed between 7:00am and 10:30pm. Each washroom should take 1 hour to clean. The role involves minimal direct supervision during working hours. Scheduling is flexible but should be discussed with supervisor.

Physical Requirements 

Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment. Capability of performing physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and cleaning. Responsibilities include cleaning activities requiring physical exertion.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Saturday and Sunday, 3 hours per day.

Facilities

•Cleaning - PH Weekend Cleaner
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of Poettcker Hall over the weekends. Cleaning will occur in the entrances, stairwells, lounges, and hallways. Tasks involve sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and removing garbage. This positions is essential for ensuring a comfortable and welcoming environment for students and guests.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep and wet mop 3 sets of stairs.
• Sweep and wet mop entrances.
• Vacuum rugs in entrances.
• Vacuum lounges, remove garbages, and wipe off surfaces.
• Vacuum hallways on all 3 floors.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• Work should be split between Saturday and Sunday, 3 hours per day.
• Work must be completed between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January. This meeting must be attended to retain employment.

Qualifications

• Ability to do physical work.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Reliable and honest in completing assigned work.
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of yourself and others.

Working Conditions

This position is based in Poettcker Hall and involves maintaining the building over the weekends. The work must be done on Saturdays and Sundays, 3 hours each day. Tasks must be completed between 7:30am- 10:30pm. Schedule of tasks per day is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor.

Physical Requirements 

Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment. Capability of performing physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and cleaning. Responsibilities include cleaning activities requiring physical exertion.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Saturday and Sunday, 3 hours per day.

Facilities

•Cleaning - PH West Side Washrooms, Weekends
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the 3 washrooms on the west side of Poettcker Hall on Saturdays and Sundays. This position plays in integral part in ensuring the health and well-being of students living in Poettcker Hall. The Student Cleaner will clean a total of 3 washrooms, dedicating 1 hour per washroom, each Saturday and Sunday throughout the academic year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Restock toilet paper, paper towels, and soap in each washroom.
• Wipe off counters and sinks.
• Clean toilets.
• Clean urinals.
• Sweep and wet mop floors.
• Take out garbage and replace bags.
• Clean mirrors.
• Cleaning tasks must be completed between 7:30am- 10:30pm.
• A meeting will be scheduled with the supervisor in January and must be attended to retain employment.

Qualifications

• Ability to do physical work.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to perform cleaning tasks.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Honest and accurate in reporting hours worked.
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities).
• Reliable and honest in completing assigned work.
• Commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards.
• Maintaining health and safety standards to ensure the well-being of yourself and others.

Working Conditions

This position is based in the washrooms on the west side of Poettcker Hall. There are a total of 3 washrooms, one on each floor. The role includes handling cleaning chemicals and meeting the physical demands of the job. Work is scheduled for 3 hours on Saturday and Sunday, to be completed between 7:00am and 10:30pm. Each washroom should take 1 hour to clean. The role involves minimal direct supervision during working hours. Scheduling is flexible but should be discussed with supervisor.

Physical Requirements 

Ability to lift and carry cleaning supplies and equipment. Capability of performing physical tasks such as bending, reaching, and cleaning. Responsibilities include cleaning activities requiring physical exertion.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory. Failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) Saturday and Sunday, 3 hours per day.

Facilities

•Recycling Collection
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Student Cleaner is responsible for collecting recycling from various designated locations around the university campus. This role ensures that recycling bins are emptied regularly and replaced with clean liners, contributing to the university’s sustainability efforts.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect recycling from designated locations around campus.
• Ensure all recycling bins are emptied and replaced with clean liners.
• Specific locations recycling is collected from:
  • First floor of the Katherine Friesen Apartments
  • Poettcker Hall:
    • 3 lounges
    • Foyer by drink machines
    • Collapse boxes and take out recycling by loading dock
  • Mennonite Heritage Centre and Archive
  • Concord Hall:
    • Laundry rooms on 3 floors
    • Recycling in lounges on 3 floors
  • South Side:
    • Commuter lounge
    • Staff lounge
    • Photocopy room (A14)
    • B10
    • Chapel foyer
  • North Side:
    • Great Hall/Blaurock
    • Staff lounge
    • Photocopy room near reception
    • Development office area (2nd floor C-block)
    • Alcove lounge on 3rd floor in C-block
    • Gym foyer by drink machines
  • Commonword in Marpeck
• A meeting will be scheduled with your supervisor in January which is mandatory to retain employment.
• Honest and reliable when reporting hours.
• A total of 8 hours per week, split between Tuesday and Thursday or Friday. 4 hours per shift.
• Schedule is flexible but should be discussed with your supervisor. Must occur between 8:30am- 5:00pm.

Qualifications

• Ability to work in cold weather conditions.
• Capable of performing tasks that involve a lot of walking and lifting.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to set priorities and schedule tasks.

Working Conditions

The Student Cleaner will be collecting recycling around campus, entering several different buildings during each shift. This work should be completed between 8:30am- 5:00pm and should take place on Tuesday and Thursday or Friday. Recycling removal will involve walking outdoors during the winter months. Work may occasionally involve exposure to unpleasant or strong odours from recycling materials.

Physical Requirements 

This is a physically demanding job that will require walking around campus, including during adverse weather. The Student Cleaner will be required to lift objects, bend, stoop, and reach to collect recycling materials.

Other Information

Prior to beginning work, the successful applicant will receive safety training as well as specific training for the position. Training is paid and is mandatory, failure to complete training will result in forfeiting position.

Supervisor: Kara Klassen

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term position (September-April) Aprox. 8 hours/week, split between 2 shifts.

Kitchen

•Dishwasher
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans, cutlery, etc. as they come to the dish area. One person washes the dishes and the other puts items away
• Maintain dishwasher and dish washing area (Drain/rinse out dishwasher, wipe counters, mop floor)
• Sanitize tables in the dining room (supper shift only), and put chairs in proper place
• Wear apron and gloves as provided by CMU

Qualifications

• Must be able to do physical work
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• Have a sense of cleanliness and know how to clean

Supervisor: Louise Kroeker (or on-duty cook)

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 1-1.5 hrs/shift. Shifts: 9:30-10:30 am; 12:00-1:30 pm; 5:00-6:30pm

Kitchen

•Kitchen Helper
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up front counter
• While supper is being served (5:00-5:45pm)
• Clear all work areas of dishes, pots and pans, etc.
• Disinfect all work tables, counters, and surfaces
• Clean tilting skillet, and sinks
• Take out compost and wash pails.
• Dismantle and wipe down the front serving counter
• Wipe down stainless steel carts behind the serving counter
• Take out all garbage and replace with new bags
• Wear apron and gloves provided by CMU

Qualifications

• Must be able to do physical work
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• Have a sense of cleanliness and know how to clean

Physical Requirements

• Some heavy lifting required

Supervisor: Louise Kroeker (or on-duty cook)

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 2.5 hrs/shift (4:00-6:30pm Mon-Sun) with 15 min supper break

Kitchen

•Snack Servers
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Snack Service
• Put out snack provided (as on schedule) by food services on the front counter
• Other food items on the butcher block counter are also available to be served for snack. Do not serve food that is on the tray rack
• Refill front counter items as needed
• Cleaning (to be done during snack service)
• Thoroughly sweep and mop the kitchen floor
• Sweep and mop dishwashing area
• Sweep and wash the back entrance and the hallway
• After snack service
• Wipe tables and push chairs around tables neatly
• Clean front serving counter and dishwashing counter
• Prepare dishes to be washed in the morning
• Empty box of milk containers by milk cooler; rinse out milk containers and place them upside down in sink by ice machine
• Turn off the red switches on the front of the coffee maker
• Make sure all doors (4) are locked when you leave. Check the loading dock door, the back exit door, the north exit door (at the end of the dining hall) and the main dining hall door
• Snack server must remain in the dining room/kitchen during the shift

Qualifications

• Must be able to do physical work
• Must be able to work with chemicals (no chemical sensitivities)
• Have a sense of cleanliness and know how to clean
• Must be responsible

Supervisor: Louise Kroeker (or on-duty cook)

Pay: Minimum Wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Approx 1.5-2 hours/shift. Shifts: 9:00-10:30 Mon-Sun

Library

•Library Assistant I
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cover circulation desk and provide circulation services
• Assist patrons with the online catalogue and electronic resources
• Assist patrons with the printer and photocopier
• Process books (laminating paperbacks and processing hardcover books)
• Shelve returned library materials
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent computer and communication skills
• Personable and friendly
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to push a library cart
• Reliable, conscientious, attentive to detail
• Library work experience an asset

Supervisor: Jennifer Kroeker

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 2-4 hours per week

Library

•Library Assistant II
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Library Assistant is to serve patrons of the library and assist Library Technicians with their responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cover circulation desk and provide circulation services
• Assist patrons with the online catalogue and electronic resources
• Assist patrons with the printer and photocopier
• Process books (laminating paperbacks and processing hardcover books)
• Shelve returned library materials
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• New graduate student (preferred)
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent computer and communication skills
• Personable and friendly
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to push a library cart
• Reliable, conscientious, attentive to detail
• Library work experience an asset

Supervisor: Jennifer Kroeker

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Up to 25.5 hours/week

Maintenance

•Compost Coordinator
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

To contribute to campus sustainability by performing the integral role of moving campus food waste to CMU’s onsite composting piles.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Transfer bins of compost from the dining room across the street to the compost piles on North campus.
• Use campus compost bicycle to do this
• Dump and scrape out bins into the correct piles
• Add other materials (such as leaves) as needed
• Occasionally be responsible for stirring compost
• Be attentive to process and notify supervisor if repairs or improvements need to be made to the compost bins or piles.
• Liaise with Peace and Sustainability Committee as needed

Qualifications

• Interest in sustainability and food systems
• Good communication skills
• Physically able (see physical requirements)

Working Conditions

• Required to be outside in all temperatures
• Able to be on campus 5 days per week

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to cycle a heavy load a short distance
• Must be able to lift full compost bins

Supervisor: Charles Paetkau

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Approx 5 hours/week (1 hour per day, 5 days a week, Sept-April)

Maintenance

•Ice Rink
(Position Available)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prep rink for flooding once temperature reaches appropriate level
• Clean, flood and maintain ice throughout season
• Coordinate with Maintenance for cleaning and scraping

Qualifications

• Independent worker
• Tolerance for cold weather
• General maintenance knowledge
• Flexible hours
• Able to do physical work

Supervisor: Charles Paetkau

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (usually between Nov-Feb) Varies – more time required when getting the rink set-up.

Maintenance

•Snow Clearing
(Position Available)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring that assigned doorways are cleared of snow and ice

Qualifications

• Independent worker – you will be required to shovel snow after a snowfall and must be able to recognize when the job needs to be done without being told.
• Physically fit enough to shovel heavy snow
• Reliable – doorways need to be cleared by 8:00 AM after a snowfall
• Flexible

Supervisor: Charles Paetkau

Pay: Above Minimum wage

Hours: Term (This position is often from December to February. Snow may begin as early as November and go until as late as March), 2 hours/week-will vary dependent on snowfall

Mennonite Heritage Centre

•Archival Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with photocopying requests
• Some filing and re-shelving
• Updating databases
• Scanning photos or documents
• Other duties as assigned
• Assist in four annual mass mailings for the MHC Archives and six annual mailings for the MHC Gallery

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual
• Accurate, attention to detail
• Open to learning new skills

Supervisor: Conrad Stoesz

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 2-4 hours/week

Mennonite Heritage Centre

•Gallery Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

To be a presence in the gallery so that the space can be open on Saturday afternoons.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Forwarding sales and interest in sales to Graham Unrau.
• Opening and closing of the Mennonite Archives and Gallery building, which includes handling keys for unlocking and locking doors as well as turning on and off the lights.
• Acknowledging visitors and engaging as needed.
• Distributing surveys to gallery visitors.
• Creating content for social media according to a provided template.

Qualifications

• Consistent availability Saturday afternoons
• Interest in engaging with the wider MHC Gallery mission
• Friendly and conversational
• Self-motivated
• Responsible

Supervisor: Graeme Unrau

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 5 hours/bi-weekly

Music

•Chapel Music Coordinator
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

update to come

Duties & Responsibilities

• update to come

Qualifications

• update to come

Physical requirements

• update to come

Supervisor: Dean of Student Life - Chapel Coordinator/Faculty will provide training & Instructions

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) approximately 4 hours/week

Music

•Choir Chair Set-up
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up chairs prior to choir rehearsals according to instructions from the conductors. Tuesday, Thursday: CMU Singers (Janet); Friday: Women's Chorus (Janet) and Men's Chorus (Matt)
• May be required to assist with other ensemble or instrument set-up

Qualifications

• Punctual
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to lift and carry chairs

Supervisors: Kara Klassen - Training and instruction from choir conductors

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term Posotion (September-April) 1.5 hours/week

Music

•Music Equipment Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

Organizing and maintaining donated book collection, percussion storage, and watering pianos.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Percussion Studio (south side): weekly tidying and organizing
• Music Wing Percussion Closets: organize; clean instruments regularly; identify damaged/missing instruments; check sign-out binder weekly
• Piano Climate control: check Damp Chasers weekly and fill reservoirs as needed
• Teaching Piano Studio: file and repair music as required
• Donated Books Collection: sort, organize by category, discarding as needed

Qualifications

• Clerical/administrative knowledge
• Aptitude for detailed work
• Ability to work independently and accurately
• Curious, creative, responsible, organized
• Basic knowledge of percussion instruments

Supervisor: Verna Wiebe

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) 1-1.5/week (approx. 20 hours per semester)

Student Life

•Community Gatherings Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set-up community gathering space according to instructions from Spiritual Life Facilitator prior to chapel service or forum. This may include, but is not limited to:
  • Setting up chairs and tables
  • Tidying the space as needed
  • Setting up other items as directed
• Following chapel service or forum, put away objects used and tidy space ensuring it is adequate for the following group
• If interested, additional tasks may include:
  • Being involved in planning and leading some gatherings throughout the year
  • Managing Community Gatherings social media accounts

Supervisor: Charlie Peronto

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term Position (September-April) 3-4 hours per week - Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:30-11:00am and 12:00-12:30pm 

Student Life

•Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) Coordinator
(Position Unavailable)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serving as a liaison between students, volunteers, and the CMU community.
• Find and coordinate volunteers for P.A.L sessions.
• Help to equip volunteers with skills and resources to help other students participating in P.A.L.
• Promotion and publicize P.A.L. activities
• Collaborate with the advising office and/or student groups to offer study skills workshops
• Collect data about P.A.L – attendance, recurring courses or skills students students need, individual student concerns ,etc. 
• Participate in visioning and planning for the future of P.A.L

Qualifications

• Self-motivated, able to work independently
• Organized and reliable
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to connect well with, recruit, and motivate peers
• Experience and ability with creating posters (an asset)

Supervisor: Gina Loewen

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term position (September to April) 1 hour/week

Student Life

•Sanctoral Cycle Bike Co-op Mechanic
(Position Unavailable)

About

What is Sanctoral Cycle? Literally, it is the liturgical cycle of feast days in honor of the saints. It is also the name of CMU's bike co-op. Sanctoral Cycle Bike Co-op spreads the joy of cycling while resourcing and assisting members with their cycling needs and dreams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Do basic mechanical work – from tuning up brakes and shifters, to fixing/overhauling headsets and bottom brackets
• Maintain and organize a public workspace
• Build bikes from parts and sell the finished bikes to people
• Assist in hosting events to promote cycling in the CMU community
• Assist in planning/leading/hosting workshops to offer opportunities for others to build their skills

Qualifications

• Basic bike mechanical skills
• Work well with others
• Reliable and self-motivated

Supervisor: Danielle Morton

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Approx. 1 hours/week

Student Life

•Sanctoral Cycle Bike Co-op Public Relations
(Position Unavailable)

About

What is Sanctoral Cycle? Literally, it is the liturgical cycle of feast days in honor of the saints. It is also the name of CMU's bike co-op. Sanctoral Cycle Bike Co-op spreads the joy of cycling while resourcing and assisting members with their cycling needs and dreams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage Sanctoral Cycle social media platforms
• Advertise: Shop hours, upcoming events, mechanic contacts
• Sell and manage Sanctoral Cycle memberships
• Engage the CMU community in the awesome-ness of biking

Qualifications

• Interest and ability in managing Facebook, Instagram, and email
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Love biking and everything about it

Supervisor: Danielle Morton

Pay: Minimum wage

Hours: Term (September-April) Approx .5 hours/week

Student Life

•Student Community Life Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job Purpose

The Community Life Assistant provides leadership and assistance to a breadth of Community Life programs throughout the year.  Most prominently, this position works closely with the Orientation/New Student Programs ensuring that all new students have a smooth transition to CMU and are adequately resourced throughout their first year.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitor and stock supplies in Commuter Student Lounges and advocate for the needs of commuter students
• Collaborate with Student Council on how best to serve Commuter Students, including organizing a minimum of one event each semester
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Student Navigators in collaboration with Director of Student Community Life.
• Meet weekly with supervisor to ensure goals and tasks are clear and well communicated
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Residence Assistant to plan student-wide events (including Wellness Week)
• Research, develop, and implement resources to expand community life programming on campus—including but not limited to Commuters, New Students, Transfer students, etc
• Assist in finalizing and facilitating Orientation events (September and January)
• Help organize and facilitate various events during Orientation, including directing and assisting other student leaders as required
• Must be able to begin mid-late August. Specific start date to be determined

Qualifications

The successful applicant should demonstrate the below qualifications:

• Registered in at least 9 credit hours each semester.
• Live off campus and be involved in various parts of the CMU learning community.
• Be able to handle multiple tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Be able to recruit assistance when needed, and ensure all participants are able to be involved.
• Be punctual, friendly, flexible, and approachable.
• Be self-motivated and able to work alone, as well as collaborate with others.

Supervisor: Danielle Morton

Pay: Above minimum wage

Hours: 3-8 hours per week (20-40 hours per week at beginning of year) Total of ~160hrs

Student Life

•Student Life Program Assistant
(Position Unavailable)

Job purpose

The Student Life Program Assistant provides program and administrative support to the student life team while staffing and supporting our front desk on south campus. This individual is the first point of contact for many of our students and guests on campus, as well as online. In this role, the Student Life Program Assistant is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the department, providing practical administrative support across areas. The Student Life Program Assistant will be familiar with all departments and aspects of CMU so as to best support guests and students.

Duties and responsibilities

• Respond to student, staff/faculty, and visitor inquiries in-person, on the phone, and via email
• Provide administrative support to Student Life, and occasionally the Registrar's Office as time permits
  • Coordinate the CMU Student Hub and events calendar, as well as student communications
  • Collect fee payments from students
  • Assist with data management for various departments-this includes but is not limited to advising, residence life, international student, financial aid, and accessibility programs
  • Update Student Life webpages
  • Assist with student CMU email information and password resets
  • Provide support for student orientation and leadership training
  • Coordinate mail for south side
  • Maintain parking pass and bike shed information
• Additional administrative support for the following projects could include:
  • Graduation applications
  • Mail hard copies of Vision Journal to subscribers
  • Year-end tasks for Finance:
    • Staff gown rental invoices
    • Bike shed key refunds
    • Personal photocopying invoices
    • Departmental photocopying and internal billing
    • Departmental van use and internal billing
• Plan and coordinate Student Life events such as:
  • Vaccine clinics, Student support workshops, Mental health first aid, as well as graduation events and orientation events.
• Maintain office supplies for staff/faculty
• Ensure that photocopying machines and printers are maintained
  • End-of-year copier invoicing to departments
• Maintain a record of CMU van bookings and drivers
  • Post kilometre charges to various user accounts on a bi-monthly basis
• Distribute mail for staff/faculty and students
• Process and coordinate student course evaluations at the end of each semester
• Keep student records in the vault organized
• Other Student Life program related tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree strongly preferred

• Demonstrated proficiency in Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams)

• Experience working with student data and CRMs or Student Information Systems

• Be capable of responding to many inquiries in a short period of time

• Ability to appropriately handle confidential documents

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Express a genuine desire to meet the needs of students, staff/faculty, and visitors

• Commitment to CMU's mission, purposes, and programs, including commitment to the Christian church, to Indigenous reconciliation, and to principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Working Conditions

• There are no specific physical requirements for this position outside of being able to walk between buildings in all weather types.
• Able to handle the active pace associated with a busy reception desk

Physical Requirements

• Able to walk between buildings carrying a backpack
• Able to carry boxes between buildings weighing less than 20lbs.

Supervisor: Charlie Peronto

Pay: Above Minimum Wage

Hours: September - May 15 - M/W/F in fall and full-time winter