Position Title: Summer Residence On-Call Don
Closing Date: January 11, 2026 at 11:59PM
Employment Dates: April 28, 2026 - August 21, 2026
Rate of Pay: A single room within a shared suite in either Governors House, Chancellors House or Founders House Residence from April 28 - August 21, 2026 (value $785/month)
Job Description:
The Summer Residence On-Call Don are responsible for assisting with after-hour emergencies and building coverage in either the Chancellors House, Founders House, or Governors House residence on a rotating basis, which provides coverage when desks are closed overnight. The Summer Residence On-Call Dons will help to ensure that the Residence Community Living Standards (RCLS) are upheld, support safe community practices, offer after hours guest services support, and act as a referral agent for campus and community resources. Summer Residence On-Call Dons are responsible for aiding in the development of a strong and positive community by working closely with their complexes Residence Life, and Summer Accommodations Staff. Summer Residence On-Call Dons will live in the building they are on-call in for the summer. There will be up to 10-12 shifts per month. On-call shifts are scheduled nightly from 8:30 pm until 8:30 am the next day. During this time, the Summer On-Call Student Staff will hold an emergency on-call cell phone and respond to concerns from guests and students staying in the building and/or facility.
Duties Include:
- Fostering a positive, friendly and inclusive atmosphere in their interactions throughout the residence community.
- Assume on-call shifts according to the schedule and conduct responsibilities, which includes upholding the Residence Community Living Standards, and responding to potential emergency or crisis situations
- Must conduct two rounds during their scheduled on-call shift through the complex they are on-call at.
- Respond to emergencies and contact professional staff as appropriate for response.
- Must remain in the residence complex assigned at all times during the scheduled shift.
- Must pick up the on-call phone at the residence office in their complex by 8:20 pm on the day of their scheduled shift.
- Will assist with late night check ins within their complex.
- Report any deficiencies or damages that are reported or noticed during shift.
- Work in pairs during higher occupancy times
- Communicate regularly, through a variety of means, with supervisors, and other Residence Life Team members to ensure the success of the Residence Life program
- Role model appropriate personal behaviour at all times, including by adhering to the Residence Community Living Standards and the Nipissing University Student Code of Conduct
- Other related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be able to attend the Residence Life Peer Educator Selection Process on Saturday, January 31st, 2026.
- Student (2nd year and above) with good academic standing (cumulative average of 65% or higher).
- Excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and initiative.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ease in relating to people from varying educational, cultural, and social backgrounds.
- Knowledge of Nipissing University programs, initiatives, and services that promote student academic and personal success.
- Must provide a copy of a current negative Criminal Reference Check at time of hiring
Please note that the availability of this position is pending final budget approval.
To apply for this position please submit a resume and cover letter referencing the job title to sdshiring@nipissingu.ca. This position is part of the Residence Life pool of Peer Educator Hiring. Applicants only need to submit one resume and cover letter to have the opportunity to be considered for all positions within the pool. By applying to this position, you are providing your consent for Student Development and Services staff to verify your student status and academic standing.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered for participation in the selection process will be contacted. Those contacted for consideration will be asked to provide three (3) references at a later date.
Nipissing University is an inclusive employer and will provide accommodation in accordance with the
Ontario Human Rights Code.
Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.
Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. You must be able to provide proof of being a full-time post-secondary student, have a valid work study permit and a Social Insurance Number in order to work on-campus.
Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.
