Position Title: SRC Election Officer
Term of Employment: November 2026 – April 30, 2027
Expected Hours: 10-15 hours in the weeks leading up to, during, and after SRC Election and Referenda periods, with periodic meetings and tasks between Elections & Referenda
Honorarium: $1250
Position Summary: The Elections Officer assists the Secretary General with the overall management of the electoral and referendum processes of the SRC.
Requirements:
• Must be a full-time or part-time student, in good academic standing, at Bishop’s University, enrolled for 2026-27
• Must be in good standing with Campus Security and the Vice-Principal of Student Affairs & EDI
• Must be present at Bishop’s University until April 30, 2027
• Must be available prior to, during, and after the elections & referenda.
Nature of Duties and Responsibilities:
• Complete tasks assigned by the Secretary General to carry out the obligations outlined in the SRC Board Policies and the Election & Referenda Procedures.
• Collaborate with the Secretary General to inform students of the opening of nominations, the beginning of the campaign period, the opening of voting, and the election results.
• Enforcing all election provisions as per the Bylaws of the SRC, Board Policies, Elections & Referenda Procedures, and the Rules & Regulations of each Election and Referendum.
• Organize Debate Nights, Information Sessions, Election School, Mandatory Candidate Meetings, and live announcements of results.
• Ensure candidates comply with the Elections policy and other rules.
• In coordination with the Communications Department, promote the elections & referenda to the student body to encourage participation.
• Organize student data and uploading for online voting (training provided).
Skills Required:
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Excel.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and apply policies, rules, and regulations.
• Flexible and able to adjust to shifting deadlines and tasks.
• English Language – fluent verbal and written.
• French communication skills are an asset.
The SRC is strongly committed to equitable hiring practices; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL 5 p.m. on November 23, 2026.
To apply please submit a cover letter, CV and at least two references (to be contacted upon interview), by email to [email protected]. Please add your name AND job position in the subject line of your application email. For further information about the position, please contact Karen Dymond, Secretary General at [email protected]