Student,Summer Resident Assistant Job Red Deer area,Olds Alberta Canada,Administrative/Clerical

Location: Olds

About Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Founded in 1913, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology has been offering high quality hands-on education for over a century. Through our core programming including continuing education, online and blended programming, we provide accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We are passionate about the Agriculture industry. Through our applied research and integrated learning, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College, specializing in agriculture, agrifood, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship.

We work closely with industry to advance and adapt our programming to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

The Opportunity - Student, Summer Resident Assistant - Temporary

The Summer Resident Assistant is an integral member of our team and is often the first point of contact for all students and guests over the summer. The Summer Resident Assistant will perform a variety of general administrative and clerical functions. The incumbent will be required to take direction and work intuitively to support the day to day operations of the Residence Services Team, and also takes the security, safety, privacy, and wellbeing of the resident community seriously when going about questions, queries, and tasks.

Key Job Functions

Front Desk Operations

Respond to all questions, inquiries, and comments in a timely and professional manner.

Work independently and take initiative to complete tasks and projects as assigned.

Assist with key audits, paperwork, office organization, and check-in/check-out procedures.

Coordinate distribution of mail

Be familiar with Olds College grounds and resources, and the needs of conference guests.

Must keep private information of students confidential as well as front desk procedures, passwords, and data.

Must look through a safety and privacy lens when answering questions and queries that involve students, and when determining who is being let into the building.

Maintain an organized and clean workspace.

Take lead on organizing front desk engagement initiatives.

Assist the Conference Services team in supporting groups and visitors.

Customer Service

Treat clients, guests, employees, students, supervisor, and colleagues with courtesy and respect.

Practice active listening, be observant, and make appropriate referrals.

Dress, speak, and behave in an appropriate and professional manner.

Help to create and maintain a positive community environment.

Be visible and available to assist and be a resource to residence guests.

Programming

Plan, execute, and support residence-wide events to suit the needs and interest of students.

Create bulletin boards and other passive programs during specific times of the summer.

Promote and advertise events within residence and the broader college community. This includes use of the Olds College Residence social media pages and participating in Residence marketing campaigns.

Work collaboratively with departments outside of residence on supporting campus-wide events.

Assist the Residence Life Coordinators in planning Welcome Week and other programs.

Requirements/Qualifications

Must be an Olds College student prior to and/or immediately following their work period

Outstanding time management skills

Experience with using Google programs and general computer technical skills

Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills

Able to maintain a professional demeanor and think critically under pressure or balancing competing priorities

Performance Criteria

Build and maintain positive relationships with students, guests and visitors

Effective problem solving

Outstanding customer service

Ability to work independently

Accuracy and attention to detail

Regular and effective communication with the Residence Services Team

Wage & Hours

Wage: $15/hour

Hours of work may vary daily with between 15-25 hours of work per week.

Duration of

Contract:

End of April
- Middle of August

Additional hours may be required at specific times for occasional, supplementary operations support.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the key job functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility. It is not an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.

Please apply by March 17, 2026

We thank all individuals for their interest in this position. We appreciate the time involved for candidates in the application process. At this time, please note only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Olds College is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and persons of any sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.


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