BIPOC Residence Programming Assistant bei Brock University

BIPOC Residence Programming Assistant

The BIPOC Residence Programming Assistant will focus on supporting BIPOC students and student-staff through their experience in residence which includes but is not limited to: creating an engaging and inclusive space for BIPOC students and staff, developing a sense of community and inclusion between BIPOC students, student-staff, and residence, providing social and educational learning activities for all students in residence with particular focus on anti-racism and racially affirming supports. 

Applicants must self-identify as indigenous, Black, or a member of a racialized community. 

Role:  

• To support the creation of an inclusive community atmosphere within Residence that acknowledges/recognizes the intersectional identities of BIPOC students and student staff.   

• To create intentional space for BIPOC students and Residence Life Staff (RLS) through various activities and events throughout the Residence community, including but not limited to Welcome Week and Frost Week. 

• To support the development of equity, diversity, and inclusion within Residence. 

• To maintain open communication and manage administrative duties. 

• To act as a role model of respect for self, others, and the community. 

• To actively participate in fostering a culture of inclusivity, accessibility, reconciliation, and decolonization.

The BIPOC RPA must:  

• Be legally eligible for employment; 

• Be currently enrolled as a Brock student returning to Brock as a student in the Fall; 

• Have sound knowledge of Residence Community Standards, event Risk Management procedures and campus resources; 

• Have experience with living in a post-secondary residence and/or previous leadership experience (such as RLS and/or RAC members) will be given preference. 

Term of Appointment & Renumeration:

• This position is paid at a rate of $17.20/hr and will work on a part-time basis throughout the academic year.
• This position cannot be filled by a member of the 2025-2026 Residence Life Staff due to the number of hours required by both positions during the months of August and September. 

Under the direction of the Residence Life Management Team (RLMT) in collaboration with the Residence Programming Assistant and Human Rights and Equity (HRE), the BIPOC Residence Programming Assistant will:  

• Develop, promote, and execute Residence programming for Welcome Week, Frost Week, and ongoing programming throughout the year for primarily for BIPOC students and student-staff; 

• Work in collaboration with campus partners (e.g., Student Life & Success, Brock University Students’ Union, Human Rights & Equity, Student Wellness & Accessibility Centre, and other applicable Campus Partners) to create relevant and engaging programming for Residence students; 

• Sit as a contributing member of the campus-wide Orientation Planning Committee; 

• Work with Ancillary Services Marketing to promote Residence Welcome Week events; 

• Create and write facilitation guides for applicable BIPOC Welcome Week events; 

• Build relationships with community and campus partners to obtain prize donations, thank donators, and promote residence student engagement with the broader Niagara community;  

• Book event space and other resources required for applicable Welcome Week events; 

• Work within the allocated budget to create relevant and engaging programming, including ordering necessary supplies; 

• Post events on ExperienceBU and complete the event risk management process; 

• Track attendance and upload attendance to Experience BU  

• Evaluate and organize RLS support at/facilitation of Welcome Week and Frost Week events;  

• Develop and facilitate a BIPOC student network for students and student-staff to have an intentional and dedicated space to come together, which includes but not limited to feedback about their Residence experience, etc. 

Administrative/other duties; 

• Attend SmartStart resource fairs as scheduled to help promote Residence and answer questions to incoming students; 

• Write a transition report post-Welcome Week, Frost Week; and end of contract for their work throughout the year; 

• Track finances and spending to complete expense reports related to purchasing;  

• Complete tasks to support the development of policies, processes, and the department (i.e. updating RLS desk shift process); 

• Manage and organize Residence Life Staff resources and spaces; 

• Inventory rounds bags and contents, first aid kits, b-board kits, mascots, mascot books, and programming kits; 

• Inventory and organize the resources in RLS spaces (i.e. the DeCew Resource Centre, Lowenberger Resource Centre, and storage rooms); 

• Assess the need and make recommendations for new supplies and resources; Assist with the planning and delivery of Residence Life Staff training and student move in; 

• Prepare and present information about Welcome Week events and RLS involvement to both the Head Residents and Residence Dons; 

• Provide feedback and insight on the student experience to the RLMT as they develop training sessions for the RLS;  

• Assist with administrative tasks surrounding training and move in such as welcome letters, signage, training workbook, etc.; 

• Assist with move-in day as needed/available. 

What you need to succeed:

• Applicants must self-identify as indigenous, Black, or a member of a racialized community.  

• Demonstrated ability to respect diversity and use inclusive behaviour, responding with sensitivity and self-awareness to the unique needs of students, faculty, and staff.  

• Demonstrated ability to relate to students, faculty and staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. 

• Organization and attention to detail; 

• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines; 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; 

• Resourceful; skilled in researching and compiling data; proficient with computers; 

• Experience in training, education, event planning and/or program development is an asset; 

• Awareness of the goals and values of the Brock University Residence community. 

We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed.

Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups.

We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact [email protected]  if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met.

Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process.

We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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