Top Benefits
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Cashier
Department/Unit
Financial Services
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number
S128-25
Employee Group
NSGEU Local 77
Position Type
Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type
Part Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
0.5
Salary
$25.89 - $32.77 per hour ($43,754 - $55,384 per annum, prorated to $21,877 - $27,692 for 16.25 hours per week)
Classification
C5
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
Dalhousie Financial Services strives to provide the highest quality financial services and information to ensure the effective stewardship of University assets to the benefit of students and scholarly activities. Financial Services is a core service unit of the University, providing services in areas of financial accounting, budgeting, procurement, payroll, cash management, and financial systems and policies. Reporting to the Treasurer, the Cashier is responsible for processing all deposits and other daily banking transactions.
Key Responsibilities
-
Receives all deposits that are dropped off by departments and Dal Security, checks and reconciles all deposits submitted for accuracy.
-
Prepares deposits of cash and coin for pick up, and liaises with secure transport provider to coordinate pick up of deposits.
-
Enters cheques into the bank via remote deposit capture, and tracks all deposits to ensure accuracy within the bank.
-
Responsible to look up and respond to bank queries from Financial Services and other departments.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
-
Business/Administrative Professional program with three to five years’ experience in a business environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
-
Experience working in cash management or banking.
-
Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Word, and Excel).
-
Good attention to detail.
-
Strong interpersonal, multi-tasking and organizational skills are essential as well as the ability to work independently.
Assets
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
-
Respect & Inclusion
-
Adaptability
-
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
-
Communication
-
Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
07/09/2025
Close Date
07/16/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19179
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Information
Position Title
Cashier
Department/Unit
Financial Services
Location
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number
S128-25
Employee Group
NSGEU Local 77
Position Type
Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)
Employment Type
Part Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE)
0.5
Salary
$25.89 - $32.77 per hour ($43,754 - $55,384 per annum, prorated to $21,877 - $27,692 for 16.25 hours per week)
Classification
C5
Provisional Statement
This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.
About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary
Dalhousie Financial Services strives to provide the highest quality financial services and information to ensure the effective stewardship of University assets to the benefit of students and scholarly activities. Financial Services is a core service unit of the University, providing services in areas of financial accounting, budgeting, procurement, payroll, cash management, and financial systems and policies. Reporting to the Treasurer, the Cashier is responsible for processing all deposits and other daily banking transactions.
Key Responsibilities
-
Receives all deposits that are dropped off by departments and Dal Security, checks and reconciles all deposits submitted for accuracy.
-
Prepares deposits of cash and coin for pick up, and liaises with secure transport provider to coordinate pick up of deposits.
-
Enters cheques into the bank via remote deposit capture, and tracks all deposits to ensure accuracy within the bank.
-
Responsible to look up and respond to bank queries from Financial Services and other departments.
Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications
-
Business/Administrative Professional program with three to five years’ experience in a business environment (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
-
Experience working in cash management or banking.
-
Proficient computer skills (MS Office, Word, and Excel).
-
Good attention to detail.
-
Strong interpersonal, multi-tasking and organizational skills are essential as well as the ability to work independently.
Assets
Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:
-
Respect & Inclusion
-
Adaptability
-
Knowledge & Thinking Skills
-
Communication
-
Service
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 77) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Open Date
07/09/2025
Close Date
07/16/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19179
About Dalhousie University
One of Canada's leading universities, Dalhousie University is widely recognized for outstanding academic quality and teaching, and a broad range of educational and research opportunities.
Located in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia, Dalhousie attracts students from around the world. Since 1818, we've been inspiring students, faculty, staff, and graduates to make significant contributions to our region, Canada, and the world.