Student Assistant, Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre

The University is committed to employment equity diversity and inclusion and is proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to reflect the community we serve. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province nationally and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Only Indigenous candidates will be considered for this position. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin taapwaywin tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policyand Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship with documentation is a condition of employment and a requirement to hold this position and the successful candidate must maintain those conditions throughout their employment.

Primary Purpose: Student Assistants are an important part of the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre. The Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre Student Assistants will support the Centres programs services and events.

Nature of Work: Student Assistants are members of Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre team and report to the Indigenous Student Services Manager.

The Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre is dedicated to supporting Indigenous student academic and personal success. The centre provides Métis First Nations and Inuit students with individual social cultural and academic supports through various programs services and events held throughout the regular session. The centre does this through close collaboration with university and community partners.

Hours will be shifted around the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centres programming throughout the year. There may be times when Student Assistants will be asked to work events that are outside of regular working hours of 8:30 am 4:30 pm.

Accountabilities: With direction from the Indigenous Student Services Manager Student Assistants will:

• Assist with the Centres programs services and dedicated events throughout the year such as weekly mîciso - miitsho soup and bannock cultural and academic workshops study nights peer health support wellness events etc.
• Support the team in special events such as Indigenous Achievement Week New Indigenous Student Welcome Indigenous Student Experience Day and the New Years Métis Partii.
• Student Assistants will help with setting up and taking down tables and chairs for events setting up and taking down AV keeping the Centre tidy and other assigned duties in maintaining the space.
• Assistants will help with administrative duties within the Centre such as covering the front desk when the Administrative Coordinator is away assisting with data entry photocopying faxing and other office duties.
• Students with areas of interest and study may be asked to support specific programs as directed by the Indigenous Student Services Manager or designated staff member.
• Must be able to attend a mandatory training session and be willing to participate in additional training as required.

Qualifications

Education: Full-time undergraduate student at the University of Saskatchewan within first second third or fourth years.

Experience: Previous work or volunteer experience in an office setting or at the university is an asset. An understanding of the cultures and histories of the Indigenous communities (Métis First Nations and Inuit) of Saskatchewan including current social political economic environmental and educational issues also considered assets.

Skills: The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate enthusiasm initiative and a willingness to contribute to the work of the Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre.
• Demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain positive and professional working relationships with students staff faculty Elders community members and other partners.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrate strong communication interpersonal leadership public speaking organization and time-management skills.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and the ability to work respectfully within a student-centered environment.
• Have knowledge of or a willingness to learn about the programs and services offered by the Office of the Vice Provost Indigenous Engagement and other student supports across campus.
• Be available to work a minimum of 10 hours and a maximum of 40 hours per month based on operational and programming needs.
• Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint.
• Be willing and able to assist with the physical setup and takedown of programming and events including moving tables and chairs.
• Be willing and able to work occasional evenings and outside of regular Centre operating hours as required.
• Food Safe certification is considered an asset.

Department: Gordon Oakes Red Bear Student Centre
Status: Casual
Employment Group: Undergraduate Students - Non-union
Salary:Salary will be commensurate with the successful candidates education and experience and in keeping with the provisions of the USask Employee Handbook for Non-Union Employees (2019).
Salary Phase/Band: Not Applicable
Posted Date: 9/8/2026
Closing Date: 9/15/2026
Number of Openings: 5
Work Location: On Campus

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive contribute and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province nationally and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by thedeybwewin taapwaywin tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process please contact us for assistance.

Required Experience:

Junior IC