The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University.

The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution.

In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.

Collective Reflections Editor-in-Chief | Hourly

Term: August 5 - April 30 Time Commitment: 8-12 hours per week Job Description: The Social Issues Commission (SIC) seeks to facilitate dialogue, education, and engagement on all matters related to equity, identity, and anti-oppression. Collective Reflections is an annual publication that strives to represent the diversity of Queen's students through poetry, prose, visual art, and all other printable mediums. Its mission is to provide a forum for creative expression within the Queen's and Kingston communities on a variety of topics and vectors of identity. Collective Reflections publishes submissions on, but not limited to, the following topics: disability and accessibility; racism and anti-racism; mental health/illness; Queer issues; and feminism. CoRe Members will work alongside the Editor(s)-in-Chief to promote the publication, encourage student submissions, and curate the final publication.

Job Competencies

Communication Organization Ownership Cultural Sensitivity Job Duties: Report to SIC External for student-facing programming (i.e. educational and social programming) Report to SIC Internal for hiring, training, and policy work (i.e. amplifying voice at Equity Townhall meeting with other Leads and Coordinators under the SIC) Prepare and manage the publication budget, ensuring all expenses are tracked and within allocated funds. Lead the editorial team in curating, editing, and producing the annual publication. Ensure all content aligns with Collective Reflections’ mandate and represents diverse voices and experiences within the Queen’s and Kingston communities. Oversee the entire publication process from submission solicitation to final print and digital release. Provide clear guidance and support to team members, ensuring they understand their roles and responsibilities. Review and select submissions for publication, ensuring a high standard of quality and relevance.

Exhibit a working knowledge of service staff portfolios

Monitor volunteer performance to ensure it is aligned with established standards to mitigate disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures and notify Senior Manager of any issues that arise Ensure all complaints are addressed and handled professionally, leaving the customer with a positive resolution Assist with new employee training by positively reinforcing successful performance and giving respectful and encouraging coaching as needed Maintain a calm demeanor during periods of high volume or unusual events to set a positive example for your team Work closely with contributors to refine their submissions and provide constructive feedback. Coordinate with photographers and artists for visual content. Develop and implement strategies to promote Collective Reflections and encourage submissions from a diverse student body. Approve content for social media outlets and aid in creating promotional materials. Plan and execute promotional events, including the volume launch event in the spring. Attend all training sessions to become familiar with the department and adhere to the general operations of the department Ensure all materials abide by the Media Centre Visual Identity Standards Respect and adhere to all company policies, procedures and ethical standards Attend and fully participate in all in-person and virtual meetings Complete all assigned tasks efficiently and attentively Maintain timely and consistent communication with direct supervisor Strive to foster a warm, comfortable and respectful atmosphere for all Always serve as a representative of the AMS and its mission statement Complete other job duties as assigned Job Requirements: Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and executive skills.

Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals

Working Conditions: Interaction and collaboration with volunteers, contributors, and the Queen’s community The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.