UNIVERSITY OF ST. MICHAEL’S COLLEGE
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Assistant Dean – Campus Life
Office of the Dean of Students
Dean of Students
35 hours per week (on-call duties and flexible schedule required)
$63,801.70 annually
Full-Time - 6 Month Probation
October 8, 2015
October 16, 2015
hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca
Attention: Human Resources Officer
(please include position title in subject line of email when submitting resume
and cover letter)
Position Summary
The Assistant Dean, Campus Life (ADCL) is responsible for supporting, developing and implementing
student life programming on the St Michael’s College campus, with a particular emphasis on increasing
the involvement of commuter students. The ADCL promotes community development and the personal
growth of students through advising and supporting student groups, close collaboration in orientation
planning, implementing educational and wellness initiatives, overseeing the commuter don and
academic mentorship programs, providing training and development to student leaders, and through
daily interaction with the student body. Under the direction of the Dean of Students and in collaboration
with the Division of Student Services, the ADCL will work in close cooperation with the St. Michael’s
College Student Union (SMCSU), the Orientation Coordinators, the Assistant Dean of Residence Life,
Campus Ministry, the Registrar’s Office, and the Kelly Library. The successful candidate will have an
understanding and willingness to support the mission of St. Michael’s College as a Catholic College
federated with the University of Toronto.
Duties & Responsibilities
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Collaborates with Orientation Coordinators and student staff in the planning and organization of
SMC’s Orientation Week.
Monitors the day-to-day execution of Orientation Week with a special concern for student
safety and protecting the College from reputational harm.
Oversees and directs our student academic mentorship program for first year students.
Develops and implements student life initiatives that promote awareness and education on areas
of interest to the university community.
Ensure that the Catholic mission of the College is enhanced by the programs of the Division of
Student Services.
Educates student groups on USMC and UofT regulations and policies in the planning and
execution of student life events
Coordinates and provide training and professional development to student leaders through the
SMC Lead conference.
Oversee and directs all aspects of the Commuter Don program
Assists the Centre of Community Partnerships and other community partners to organize and
provide volunteer and service learning projects for students.
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Works with the Career Centre in creating programs for SMC students that assist students in the
transition from university to the work world, as well as from undergraduate to graduate studies
(e.g. Grad Week).
Acts as SMC representative for the UofT Co-Curricular Record; oversees organization,
submission and validation of all activities for St. Michael’s College
Represents SMC on UofT committees related to student involvement, student leadership, and
student life programming.
Works collaboratively with SMC’s Division of Student Services in the delivery of student life
programming
Performs on-call duties for the SMC Residence when the Assistant Dean, Residence Life is
unavailable.
Qualifications
Formal Education: Bachelor’s degree or acceptable combination of education and experience.
Experience: A thorough knowledge of university culture is essential (student, faculty, administrative and
alumni). Two years prior experience working with and advising student groups/organizations;
demonstrated experience in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating co-curricular activities;
experience with residence students and providing on call support an asset. Experience with Catholic
institutions preferred.
Skills: Proven leadership skill and a demonstrated understanding of and respect for a student centered,
multi-cultural milieu. Demonstrated project management skills with an ability to meet deadlines and
manage a competing set of priorities with equanimity and efficiency. Excellent written and verbal
communication supported by computer skills which include word processing, knowledge of Mac / PC
Environment, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and desktop publishing an asset.
Other: Knowledge of various offices and resources available for student referral at the university and in
the larger community. Tact, sensitivity, initiative, flexibility, enthusiasm, ability to work independently;
excellent interpersonal skills.
Working Conditions: Open office. Schedule will include attendance at functions during the evening and
on weekends.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for an interview will be
contacted.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be
given priority. The University of St. Michael’s College is committed to equity in employment and
diversity. If you require accessibility accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Officer at
416-926-7118 or hr.stmikes@utoronto.ca
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