Position Title: Summer Residence Don
Closing Date: January 11, 2026 at 11:59PM
Employment Dates: May 4, 2026 - August 28, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Rate of Pay: $17.60/hr + Vacation as determined by HR policy
Job Description:
The responsibilities of a Residence Don are to promote the mission and goals of the Residence Life program at
Nipissing University, to ensure that the community guidelines are upheld, to advise and support students in the
residence community, and act as a referral agent for campus and community resources. Summer Residence
Dons are responsible for aiding in the development of a strong and positive community of on campus learnings
while also supporting the projects of Residence Life department.
Duties Include:
Some of the duties and responsibilities of a Residence Don include:
- Fostering a positive, friendly and inclusive atmosphere in their section and throughout the residence community.
- Support the development, marketing and implementation of student engagement programs
- Communicate regularly, through a variety of means, with students, supervisors, and other Residence Life Team members to ensure the success of the Residence Life program
- Role model appropriate personal behaviour, including by adhering to the Residence Community guidelines, the Nipissing University Student Code of Rights & Responsibilities, and the Nipissing University Respectful Workplace and Learning Environments Policy
- As part of the role, candidates must have a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening and Standard First Aid and CPR level C training
- Participate in ongoing projects in support of the Residence Life department mission & goals
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be able to attend the Residence Life Peer Educator Selection Process on Saturday, January 31st, 2026.
- Must have minimum one year of experience as a Residence Don or similar position at Nipissing University.
- Student (2nd year and above) with good academic standing (cumulative average of 65% or higher).
- Excellent level of responsibility, reliability, and initiative.
- Good 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.
Optional Opportunity:
Shared residence accommodation may be provided as a taxable benefit in lieu of working on-call duty shifts
for Conference Services Department (min. 4 on-call shifts/month to a max. 10 on-call shifts/month).
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.
