Student Assistant - Saskatoon, Canada - University of Saskatchewan

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    Student Assistant

    The Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy (JSGS) is accepting applications for two Student Assistants to provide assistance with office projects and receptionist coverage.

    Required Number of Hours : Up to 20 hours per week

    Duration of Employment : May 21 up to August 16, 2024

    Duties: The Student Assistants will provide assistance to the JSGS Executive Officer with miscellaneous projects, including receptionist coverage and preparation for the fall term. Candidates must be available to work either Monday and Tuesday (8:30 to 4:30 or Tuesday to Friday (12:00 to 4:30 , plus additional hours (up to 20 hours/week) as mutually agreed on.

    These positions are not eligible to work remotely; working on campus is required.

    Qualifications
    Education:
    Completion of a bachelor's degree in a social sciences or related discipline. Preference will be given to students currently registered in a graduate program at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy at the University of Saskatchewan.

    Skills and Abilities

  • Exceptional oral and written communications skills
  • Excellent proofreading and editing skills
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Excellent critical thinking skills
  • Ability to work well with others in a team environment
  • Ability to work independently, engage in planning, follow timelines, and meet deadlines
  • Demonstrated organizational skills
  • Ability to use at least at an intermediate level Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • Experience working in Canvas would be an asset
  • To apply: Interested applicants must include in a single PDF file a cover letter, current resume/CV, and the names and email addresses for at 2-3 references, one of which must be a JSGS faculty or staff member. Applications must be submitted via email to and use the following subject line: "JSGS Student Assistants".

    Where a graduate student is appointed to this position, it will be in scope of PSAC.