Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders and citizens for the common good.
CUE campus is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of nearly 3,000, we are known for our small class sizes and our excellence in teaching. Our small classes and diverse student population provide an excellent opportunity for engaging with students in a sustained and nurturing way unique within the Canadian university system. CUE is an institution that values research in the sciences, social sciences, humanities and management. Our vision is to become Canada’s preeminent small university.
CUE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for work, study, and living. We actively promote dignity for all, rejecting action and language that are harmful to mutual respect.
The President’s Office provides governance and leadership to the institution. The successful candidate will gain experience in an office environment, building relationships and applying concepts learned in their academic studies. The Student Help in the President’s Office will benefit by getting extensive ‘hands-on’ experience working in a busy environment with dedicated academics and professionals.
The successful candidate will report to the University Secretary. They will support the office and carry out tasks, including but not limited to tasks related to governance, records management, policy, committee work, and special events.
Responsibilities
- Assist with tasks related to governance, records management, policy, and related tasks. This may include working with institutional records, academic material, committee agendas, minutes and supporting documentation, governance documentation, and policy and procedures materials.
- Assist with various events organized by the President’s Office.
- Be accountable for the accuracy, integrity and confidentiality of the records retained and safeguard the security of such information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Currently attending Concordia University of Edmonton.
- Preference will be given to candidates with office administration experience.
- Strong communication (verbal and written) and inter-personal skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, collaboratively and on a team is essential.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Must be able to pass a security clearance.
Start And End Dates
September 1, 2026-April 30, 2027, up to 17 hours per week.
Pay
Minimum $18.00/hour.
Standard Hours Of Work
17 hours per week during the hours of Monday to Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Some hours outside 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday will be required.
Concordia University of Edmonton encourages applications from members of racialized groups, visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and others who may support a diversity of perspectives at CUE. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.