Student Employment

Department: Facilities

Reports To: Facilities Manager

Employment Type: Seasonal, Full-Time:  April 28, 2025–August 29, 2025

Salary: As per Student Hiring Policy ($16.20/hr + $0.50 per year of experience in specified position plus 4% vacation pay)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Painting and drywall repairs
• Lawn maintenance (mowing, pruning, weeding, etc.)
• Moving, loading/unloading furniture
• Event setup, i.e. chairs and tables
• Assisting members of the Facilities team as directed
• Garbage/construction debris removal as directed
• Operate basic hand tools such as saws, shovels and rakes
• Operation of power equipment, and motorized equipment, as per training, e.g. zero turn mower, lawnmowers and whipper snippers
• Ensure equipment and tools are stored in a safe and secure manner
• Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment at all times
• Perform other related duties as required

Preferred Skills:

• Reliable and punctual
• Good communication and organization skills
• Ability to take direction and work with minimal supervision
• Related maintenance knowledge/skills will be considered an asset

Requirements:

• This position is only available to students currently registered at the University of King’s College

Additional Notes:

This job is physically demanding.  Extensive lifting, kneeling, bending, standing and squatting required. The hours are 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday–Friday.

To Apply:

Applications may be submitted by email or mail to:

Allison Rowsell | Facilities Management Officer
6350 Coburg Road, Halifax, N.S. B3H 2A1
Email: allison.rowsell@ukings.ca

Questions about the position can be submitted by email to allison.rowsell@ukings.ca.

Deadline for applications: March 20, 2025*

(*this position advertisement has been extended by one week originally from March 12)

Job Title: Content Creator & Storyteller, Contract Opportunity

Location: Halifax, NS

Contract: 4 Months (with possibility for renewal), starting May 12, 2025

Award: $15,000 (less benefits, taxes, and costs for travel)

Organization: Wolpin Enterprises

Eligibility: Current students in a University of King’s College Journalism program and recent graduates (within the last 2 years)

Internship Overview

Wolpin Enterprises is seeking a motivated and creative individual to join our team as a Content Creator & Storyteller. This role is perfect for a recent graduate of the University of King’s College Journalism program who is eager to apply their skills in content creation, social media management, storytelling, and data collection while connecting with the farming community across the Maritime provinces.

About Wolpin Enterprises

Wolpin Enterprises is a leading agriculture supply business, providing farms across the Maritimes with essential products, including greenhouses, tunnel systems, irrigation, and more. Our mission is to foster connections between local farmers and inspire the exchange of knowledge and resources. We are committed to elevating the voices of farmers and helping them grow their visibility within their local and Maritime community.

Responsibilities

• Develop compelling content for our website, social media platforms, and marketing materials.
• Travel to farms throughout the Maritimes to interview farmers, collect first-hand information for stories, and capture photos.
• Summarize collected details and analyze for commonalities, gaps and industry Information to be used by Wolpin Enterprises for product development and service delivery.
• Write engaging social posts, short articles and blog posts that tell the stories of local farmers, spotlight their work and share their initiatives within our local communities.
• Collaborate with Wolpin Enterprise employees to enhance the company’s marketing strategies and expand its brand presence.
• Use SEO best practices to optimize digital content and improve search engine rankings.
• Monitor social media engagement and provide insights on campaign performance.
• Stay informed on industry trends and competitor activities to help inform marketing strategies.

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Journalism from the University of King’s College (within the last 2 years).
• Strong writing and interviewing skills, with an ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Strong editing and storytelling skills, requiring minimal supervision.
• Experience with social media management and content creation.
• Experience with spreadsheets and data organization.
• Basic photography skills.
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel throughout the Maritimes.
• Loves food!
• Interest or background in agriculture is an asset.
• Knowledge of SEO and digital marketing practices.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to schedule, organize, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and social media tools.

Objectives of the Role

• Promote local fruit and vegetable producers through storytelling and increase awareness of their work.
• Strengthen Wolpin Enterprises’ marketing presence and reach across all channels.
• Highlight Wolpin Enterprises’ role in supporting the farming community.
• Help Wolpin Enterprises innovate and address gaps in the market.

Duration and Payment Structure

• The contract is for a four-month period from May 12, 2025- August 22, 2025, with the possibility of renewal.
• Interns will be paid monthly by the University of King’s College.

Why Join Us?

Working with Wolpin Enterprises, you will play an important role in supporting local farmers and sharing their stories with the world. You’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in your community while honing your skills in journalism, content creation, digital marketing, and data collection.

Interested? Send your Cover Letter and Resume (including the names and contact information for 2 references) to hello@wolpinenterprises.ca by 5pm (AST) March 20, 2025*

(*this position advertisement has been extended by 1 week originally from March 12)

This opportunity is made possible through partnership between Wolpin Enterprises, Mitacs and the University of King’s College, mobilizing the Mitacs Business Strategy Internship Program

Deadline for application: March 28, 2025

Two (2) responsible, courteous and cheerful students are required to help with lunch hour coverage as well as other times when necessary, at the main University of King’s College Reception Desk in the lobby of the Arts and Administration Building from Monday–Friday during the school terms. Training will be provided.

Lunch hour coverage will depend on the successful applicants’ class schedules, but availability between 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., a couple of days a week will be required. Additional coverage will also be required in the case of illness, vacation as well as in the summer months.

Applicants must be returning King’s students with a good knowledge of King’s. This is a key, front-line position and the successful applicants are expected to present and conduct themselves in a professional manner.

Duties will include greeting and directing visitors, answering and transferring incoming telephone calls, operating the postage meter and other office equipment, sorting mail, issuing parking passes as well as other assigned duties.

Pay rate: Minimum wage plus $0.50 (+ vacation pay)

Dates of Employment: Commencing May 1, 2025 and/or Sept. 2, 2025.

Please note that the successful candidates will be required to comply with the Campus Safety Plan as well as sign a Confidentiality Agreement.

Applications close on Friday, March 28, 2025.

To apply, please provide a cover letter, resumé, and your class schedule (if available) to Susan MacDonald at susan.macdonald@ukings.ca. Applications can also be dropped, in a sealed envelope, at the A&A Reception desk during the week from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Deadline for applications: April 1, 2025

Department: Registrar’s Office, Office of Enrolment & Student Life
Hours of work : Minimum of 4–6 hours/week (to a maximum of 15 hours/week), on agreed days between Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
Contract Duration: August 25, 2025–June 13, 2026 (start and end date may be negotiable, virtual training shifts may be available if not in Halifax during the last week of August)
Rate of pay: $16.20/hour plus 4% vacation pay as per student employment policy

The Registrar’s Office is seeking to hire two Peer Academic Advisors for the 2025-2026 academic year.

General Accountability

The Peer Academic Advisor acts as a primary resource for in-person service in the Registrar’s Office and Office of Enrolment & Student Life between the hours of 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include appointment scheduling; general degree advising; registration support; responding to inquiries including those regarding regulations, policies, and forms; assisting with Academic Calendar and What’s Next Advising Handbook; and planning/support for events including Encaenia, Matriculation, the King’s Advising Luncheon and other advising/retention activities and initiatives.

Organizational Structure

This position reports to the Assistant Registrar of Academic and Enrolment Services.

Specific Duties/Accountabilities

The Peer Academic Advisor is responsible for the following:

• Acting as a primary contact for front-counter services for the Registrar’s Office during scheduled shifts between the hours of 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Specifically, Peer Academic Advisors:
  • Answer drop-in inquiries regarding registration, program and degree requirements, courses, letters of permission, student resources and services, and other student-related matters.
  • Meet with first- and second-year students by appointment or by drop-in during peak advising periods and provide students with academic advice while utilizing tools such as the Academic Calendar and the Degree Audit Reporting System.
  • Provide guidance on ordering transcripts, requesting confirmations of enrolment, intent to graduate forms, letter of permission forms and waivers of academic regulations, admissions and bursary applications.
• Providing general administrative support to the Registrar and the Academic & Enrolment Services Team, by:
  • Monitoring the inbox for the Registrar’s Office e-mail account and responds to student inquiries.
  • Scheduling academic advising and admissions appointments.
  • Assisting with the annual editing of the Academic Calendar, What’s Next Advising Handbook, and Course Selection & Registration Guide.
  • Assisting with occasional data entry into Banner, our student information system.
  • Assisting with the planning and advertising of retention-related programming, including but not limited to: Encaenia, Matriculation, registration, and Advising Month, as well as participating in content creation for the King’s website and/or social media pages.
• Additional hours may be offered during peak advising periods (first two weeks of September, first two weeks of January, the month of March, the month of May and the first week of June) and the off-season to provide office coverage (the third week of December and/or part of the summer).

The above accountabilities are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described. Additionally, while this position is primarily a resource for in-person services, there may be occasional opportunities for at-home work.

Qualifications

Education–Applicants must be a current first or second year University of King’s College student (third-year students who are completing their degree within a five-year timeline will be considered).

Preference is given to students with flexible schedules.

Experience–Preference is given to students with strong interpersonal skills, great attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and experience working in a related service field. Extensive training will be provided.

Closing Date: April 1, 11:59 p.m. ADT

Interviews will take place between April 2–4, 2025.

To apply for this position, please email your resume, cover letter, two references and availability to:

Jennifer Fong
Assistant Registrar, Academic and Enrolment Services
jennifer.fong@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 committed to diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversification of our community.

Deadline for applications: April 7, 2025

Department: Facilities
Reports to: Director of Facilities Management
Employment Type: Seasonal, Full-Time: April 28, 2025 – August 29, 2025
Salary: As per Student Hiring Policy ($16.20/hr + $0.50 per year of experience in specified position plus 4% vacation pay)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Maintain asset database in MicroMain
• Create QR codes for new assets
• Assist the Facilities Management Officer with the creation of a preventative maintenance plan
• Assist with the creation of an asset management plan for capital projects

Preferred Skills

• Strong computer skills required, particularly Excel
• Experience with database management would be an asset
• Experience with statistical analysis would be an asset, including software like RStudio or Minitab
• Good communication and organization skills

Requirements

This position is only available to students currently registered at the University of King’s College

Experiential Learning Outcomes

• Gain knowledge about buildings and their related information systems
• Become familiar with maintenance management and related systems
• Learn about capital planning methods
• Gain strong skills in data analysis, including pivot tables and database queries

Additional Notes

The hours are 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday with a half hour lunch.

To Apply

Applications may be submitted by email or mail to:

Allison Rowsell | Facilities Management Officer 6350 Coburg Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2A1 Email: allison.rowsell@ukings.ca

Questions about the position can be submitted by email to allison.rowsell@ukings.ca.

Deadline for applications: April 16, 2025

The University of King’s College Facilities Department is looking for reliable, courteous, cheerful individuals to join our Conference Services team this summer. This is a key, front-line position and successful applicants are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and provide guests with an excellent customer service experience.

Reporting to: Conference Services Managers/Supervisors
Salary: As per student employment policy ($15.70/hr + $0.50 per year of experience in specified position)

Employment Type: Seasonal Part-time
Start date: Tuesday, April 22, 2025
End Date: Friday, August 15, 2025
Deadline: Friday, April 16, 2025

Roles and Responsibilities

• Available for shift work (days, evenings, nights) 7 days a week
• Operate the telephone and take accommodation reservations
• Register arriving guests, process departures
• Calculate charges and receive payment
• Prepare accommodations for incoming guests
• Clean guest rooms to standard as assigned
• Answer guest inquiries
• Work closely with other departments to achieve maximum guest satisfaction
• Light physical labour as required
• Maintain a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment at all times
• Assist in or perform other associated duties as required

Preferred Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must be customer-service oriented
• Must be courteous, outgoing, cheerful and energetic
• Professional in both demeanor and presentation
• Capable of working independently, but also being a flexible team-player
• Detail oriented and well organized
• Reliable and dependable
• Able to bend, raise arms over shoulders, lift weight of 20lbs, and maneuver a small cleaning cart.

Additional Notes

Successful applicants may be split between Front Desk and Housekeeping according to their skill set, but all employees will be expected to work both roles as required.

Successful applicants may also be considered for a limited number of on-call positions with on-campus housing provided as compensation.

To Apply

Applications, including a cover letter, resumé and the names and contact information of three references, may be submitted by email or mail to:

Tim Ross
6350 Coburg Road, Halifax, N.S. B3H 2A1
Email: tim.ross@ukings.ca

Questions about the position can be submitted by email to tim.ross@ukings.ca.