Student Work Supervisor

 
 

SCHEDULE “A”
KINGSWAY COLLEGE 
Job Description

JOB TITLE:  Student Work Supervisor
REPORTS TO:  V.P. Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Student Work Supervisor oversees the recruitment, placement, and supervision of student labour across campus. This role directly supervises students assigned to janitorial and related duties. The position is full-time and salaried, reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance.

The incumbent is expected to uphold and adhere to the employment and administrative policies of Kingsway College, the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada Department of Education, and all applicable provincial laws and regulations of Ontario.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Serve as a positive role model of Christian values and lifestyle for students.

  • Assess campus labour needs in collaboration with staff and departments.

  • Assign students to roles in consultation with campus employers, taking into account students’ interests, abilities, and skills.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date student work records, including:

    • Monthly timecards

    • Performance evaluations

    • Attendance records (tardiness and absences)

    • Disciplinary actions and accommodations

  • Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student work performance and behaviour.

  • Collaborate with the Vice President of Finance on student wage scales and labour budget planning.

  • Support students in developing positive workplace attitudes, habits, and skills.

  • Approve and manage student job transfers.

  • Ensure compliance with required student work program hours.

  • Attend staff meetings as required.

  • Perform cleaning duties when student workers are unavailable.

  • Fulfill additional responsibilities, including:

    • Evening and weekend supervision duties

    • Sponsorship of classes, clubs, or student organizations

    • Participation on institutional committees

JOB STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

  • Minimum: High school diploma

Experience:

  • Preferred: At least two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferably in janitorial or facilities services

Skills:

  • Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and policy documents

  • Ability to write clear reports and professional correspondence

  • Effective communication skills with students, parents, staff, and the public

  • Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)

  • Understanding of ratios, percentages, and data interpretation (e.g., bar graphs)

  • Proficiency in standard office software, including:

    • Word processing

    • Spreadsheets

    • Databases

    • Desktop publishing tools

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to apply logical reasoning to both practical and conceptual challenges

Certifications & Requirements:

  • Must maintain required certification from the Board of Regents of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and the Ontario Ministry of Education

  • Copies of certifications must be submitted to and maintained by school administration

Physical Demands:

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands for tasks

  • Frequent reaching, handling, and communication (talking/hearing)

  • Occasional climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

  • Ability to:

    • Lift/move up to 20 lbs regularly

    • Lift/move up to 40 lbs frequently

    • Lift/move up to 80 lbs occasionally

  • Vision requirements include close and distance vision, colour vision, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and focus adjustment

Mental and Emotional Demands:

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines

  • Capability to perform effectively under pressure

  • Strong teamwork and independent work skills

  • Willingness to follow direction and demonstrate initiative

  • Excellent interpersonal skills with a professional and positive demeanor

  • Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities

Work Environment:

  • Moderate noise levels typical of school and maintenance environments

  • Regular exposure to cleaning products, equipment, and related materials


Qualified candidates please email your resume and names of three references (one pastoral, one employment, and one personal) with contact information to Domenick Jacinto at: domenickjacinto@kingsway.college