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Employment Opportunity: Residence Assistant – EMSP Study Abroad Program, Italy

May 4 – 31, 2019                    

EMSP 2510, “Early Modern Art, Literature, and Politics in Florence, Italy,” provides an intensive introduction to the art, literature, philosophy, and politics of Early Modern Italy (1280-1580), with a special focus on Florence. Taught entirely on-site, this course offers students the unique opportunity to consider the civic, ecclesiastical, and domestic spheres of Renaissance Florentine life through daily visits to the city’s town halls, churches, palaces, and museums.

The course runs from May 4 to May 31, 2019. During that time, the Residence Assistant (RA) will help the Instructor supervise and provide non-academic support for the 20 students enrolled in the program. The duties include providing initial crisis response, offering on-call support to students as needed, and liaising with the accommodations staff to ensure students are following regulations. The RA will be expected to contribute to the student life of the program by maintaining a friendly, respectful and safe environment, but will not attend classes or take on any course-related responsibilities.

Applicants should have an undergraduate degree of at least one year’s standing. They should possess excellent leadership, communication, and listening skills, and be able to work independently. Experience in leadership positions and in providing peer support is highly desirable: applicants with Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (A.S.I.S.T.) and Mental Health First Aid will be given priority. Travel experience and Italian language skills would be an asset, but are not required.

Remuneration is a private room in the Casa di Santo Nome di Gesu (with private bath and daily breakfast); an Amici degli Uffizi membership (which provides unlimited priority access to the Uffizi Gallery, the Pitti Palace Galleries, and the Boboli Gardens), reimbursement for an approved travel cell phone plan, and return flight and airport transfers to Florence, Italy. The dates of the flights can be arranged individually, up to a set maximum, but the Residence Assistant must arrive at the Casa on Saturday, May 4, 2019 and depart Friday, May 31, 2019.

Qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae or resume and the names and contact information of three references no later than Friday, February 22, 2019 to:

 

EMSP in Florence

C/O Ms. Sharon Brown

Email: sharon.brown@ukings.ca

Mail: 6350 Coburg Road, Halifax NS B3H 2A1

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Jannette Vusich at jannette.vusich@ukings.ca.

 

The University of King’s College is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, visual minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority. More information can be found at www.ukings.ca.

Director of Facilities 

Reporting to the Bursar, the Director of Facilities oversees the operation of the Facilities Department, providing leadership to the University in the areas of fire prevention, health and safety, planning and renovations, facilities development, energy management, maintenance, custodial services, grounds, fleet and waste management, parking services and security. Acting as a resource to the University and playing a key role in the evolution of the capital renewal and sustainability strategies. Supporting the continuous commitment to providing excellent service and ensuring fiscal responsibility. Establishes and implements short- and long-term goals and priorities for identifying critical issues and risk, develops strategies to address them.

SPECIFIC DUTIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 

Fire prevention, health and safety

·         Review of fire and safety protocols.

·         Assist in the maintenance of fire, safety, security, insurance, health, and other related campus programs.

·         Ensure that parking facilities are maintained in good condition with adequate lighting and safety features.   

Physical Plant

Manage the operations of the Facilities Department, including: the performance of maintenance and custodial tasks; purchase and distribution of utilities; design and construction of renovations; administration of design and construction contracts for new facilities.

·         Direct all aspects of major facilities renovations and new construction.

·         Ensure proper upkeep of facilities to include heating, ventilation, lighting, cleanliness, sanitation, general appearance of buildings and grounds, snow removal, and emergency situations affecting the campus.

·         Prepare and maintain preventative maintenance and deferred maintenance programs.

·         Maintain liaison with architects, engineers and contractors/ subcontractors engaged in plant expansion, renovation, or other major projects, and act as principal point of contact in such efforts to ensure the interests of university are protected.

Management

In consultation with the Facilities Manager ensure supervision and training of building, grounds, maintenance, housekeeping and custodial personnel; tradesmen; contractors and/or their employees hired for specific work; and such other personnel as may be assigned or designated.

·         Provide administrative and technical direction and support to department staff in completing work assignments.

·         Determine building and maintenance priorities that are of significant scope.

·         Direct the administration of service contracts for maintenance, repair and other services affecting facilities, equipment and furnishings.

·         Maintain records, files, controls, procedures to ensure management and work production.

·         Maintain the repository for all plant blueprints and drawings and update floor plans to show physical changes.

 

 

Finance

·         Prepare the annual budget for physical facilities in coordination with the Bursar.

·         Evaluate and ensure the efficient operation of the department, while controlling operation expenses consistent with sound maintenance practices.

·         Work closely with the Procure to Pay Officer on managing bids for construction and renovation contracts; ensuring compliance with the Atlantic Procurement Agreement and the Public Procurement Act.

·         Direct the purchase of necessary supplies, equipment and services from appropriate sources and maintenance of proper inventory control over central stores, maintenance and consumable supplies.

Communications

·         Liaise with senior administrators and others in the college community with a vested interest in facilities, such as the Dean of Residence.

·         Advise, discuss and inform department heads and staff members on facilities matters and problem areas.

·         Working with the Facilities Supervisors, ensure that good internal communications practices are carried out at all staffing levels.

Committees

·         Serve as ex-officio member of the University’s Occupational Health and Safety Committee

·         Serve as ex-officio member of the University’s Property Grounds and Safety Committee

The above accountabilities are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

A minimum of 10 years experience and leadership in senior level management positions in a complex facilities department. Experience in a public service institution or academic environment preferred. An engineering degree or equivalent directly related professional experience.   

Skills

• Ability to plan, coordinate and control all aspects of physical plant activities.
• Ability to work with management systems and variety of skilled/unskilled, professional, administrative, and industry personnel.
• Knowledge of office administration, reporting, budgeting and control, and business operations.
• Knowledge of construction related tender documentation and construction procurement methods.
• Knowledge of architectural, interior and urban design standards. Knowledge of construction means, methods and applications.
• Ability to express ideas effectively orally and in writing.
• Willingness to be accessible and available at the University in time and presence to insure proper management and operation of plant activities.

Closing Date: February 15, 2019 (depends on when we post)

Salary Range: ADM08 76,412 to 103,381 or ADM09 87,872 to 118,886

To apply for this position, please forward resume and cover letter to:

 

Dolly McIntyre

Human Resources & Compensation Officer

University of King’s College

6350 Coburg Road

Halifax, NS B3H 2A1

dolly.mcintyre@ukings.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The University of King’s College is an Employment Equity/Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage and welcome those who would contribute to the diversification of our staff and faculty including, but not limited to women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.