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Summer Jobs on Campus

2019 HH Front Desk

Competitive wages. Full-time hours. Free on-campus accommodations.

From May through August, Â鶹Íø welcomes overnight tourists, students and conference attendees to campus with help from 25 full-time Â鶹Íø students employed in various in customer service positions.

As a member of the summer staff, you will enjoy:

  • competitive hourly wages,
  • full-time hours (35 hours per week)
  • free on-campus accommodations

Important Dates for Applying:

  • February 17, 2025: Application deadline.
  • February 21-24, 2025: Interview scheduling.
  • February 24-27, 2025: Interviews conducted.
  • March 3-14, 2025: Job offers distributed.

Available Jobs

To be considered for multiple positions you must apply for multiple positions.

Guest Services Supervisor (formerly ATL)

Job ID: 134758

As a Guest Services Supervisor (GSS), you will be a key player in managing the day-to-day operations of the Event & Conference Services team. You will oversee the Guest Services Associates (GSAs), provide leadership when full-time staff are off-site, and ensure smooth operations during evening and weekend hours.

Date of Employment

April 28 – September 3, 2025  (Tentative)

Salary

$19.20 per hour (see Welcome Back Rate).  Students will be paid 1 ½ times their rate for any hour worked over 48 in a given pay period (7 days).

What we offer in addition to your hourly wage

 

  • Housing: Complimentary summer housing in a residence. The final night for accommodations is August 20, 2025. For those opting out, housing must be within a 5-minute commute to the Studley Campus.
  • Extra Hours: Additional shifts may be available during peak periods. Speak with a manager if interested
  • On-Call Stipend: An additional $860 is paid at the end of your contract for the use of your personal cell phone while on call.
  • Career Growth & Future Employment: Many students return for future summer or part-time employment. We promote leadership and exceptional customer service with opportunities for advancement.
  • Welcome Back Rate: Returning students can earn a $0.75/hour raise for each year of return (up to a maximum of two years), provided certain conditions are met, such as satisfactory performance and completion of the previous year’s contract.

 

Primary Responsibilities

Operations & Supervision:

  • Lead day-to-day operations in collaboration with the Event & Conference Services team and Front Desk Operations Manager.
  • Provide leadership to GSAs, ensuring procedures are followed and addressing issues promptly.
  • Act as the on-call supervisor during evenings and weekends, providing 24/7 operational support.
  • Assist Front Desk Supervisors in payroll duties by ensuring accurate schedule is reflected on Microsoft Teams.
  • Responsible for arranging last-minute shift coverage; if coverage cannot be secured, the assigned shift must be worked.

Guest Services & Client Relations:

  • Ensure pre-arrival requirements for conferences and summer clients are completed.
  • Welcome and support conference groups upon arrival, addressing client needs and resolving concerns.
  • Manage guest issues and escalate complex matters to senior staff when necessary.
  • Assist with Online Travel Agent (OTA, booking.com/ Expedia) customer service.
  • Welcome department clients and deliver exceptional customer service.
  • Monitor departmental communication channels, respond to inquiries, and direct messages appropriately.

Administration & Reporting:

  • Oversee room inventory and ensure accommodations are prepared for guest arrivals.
  • Manage non-arrivals, non-departures, outstanding accounts, and housekeeping reports.
  • Input and manage conference data, including room lists and special requests.

Team Collaboration & Communication:

  • Coordinate with custodial services to maintain cleanliness and room readiness.
  • Support facility management tasks such as room inventories and project planning.

Social Media & Marketing:

  • Craft and manage engaging social media campaigns to boost our brand visibility and interaction.
  • Propose improvements for our website to enhance user experience and align content with our current marketing goals

What you need to work for us

  • Available for a 10-day paid training session (April 28 - May 9, 2025).
  • Must be an active Â鶹Íø student with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Exceptional customer service skills, with experience handling phone and in-person inquiries.
  • Proven ability to multitask, organize, and lead in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential or stressful situations.
  • Experience in cash handling and account reconciliation.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
  • General knowledge of Halifax and Â鶹Íø campuses (an asset).
  • Hospitality industry experience (an asset).
  • Familiarity with KxStudent and KxResidential software (an asset).

Guest Service Associate (formerly CSA)

Job ID: 134756

As a Guest Services Associate (GSA), you will be the first point of contact for Â鶹Íø’s summer guests, ensuring exceptional service and efficient front desk operations. Your role is essential in creating positive guest experiences and maintaining operational excellence.

Date of Employment

April 30 – September 3, 2025  (Tentative)

Salary

$17.70/hour (see Welcome Back Rate). Overtime is paid at 1.5x the regular rate for hours worked beyond 48 in a week (Sunday to Saturday).

What we offer in addition to your hourly wage

  • Housing: Complimentary summer housing in a residence. The final night for accommodations is August 20, 2025.
  • Extra Hours: Additional shifts during peak periods are available. Interested students should speak with a manager.
  • Career Growth & Future Employment: Many students return for future summer or part-time employment. We promote leadership and exceptional customer service, with opportunities for advancement.
  • Welcome Back Rate: Returning students can earn a $0.75/hour raise for each year of return, up to a maximum of two years, provided certain conditions are met, such as satisfactory performance and completion of the previous year’s contract.

Primary Responsibilities

Guest Services:

  • Facilitate check-in and check-out processes, including preparing invoices, issuing keys, and maintaining records using the Kx conference management database.
  • Provide guests with accurate information about university policies, local directions, and available services.
  • Issue and manage parking permits following departmental guidelines.

Operations & Administration:

  • Maintain and print reports, including arrival/departure, non-arrival, non-departure, and housekeeping logs through Kx.
  • Manage a cash float, process payments, and reconcile shift reports to ensure accuracy.
  • Maintain security protocols by managing key and access card sign-outs and tracking.

Collaboration & Flexibility:

  • Work closely with supervisors and custodial staff to ensure smooth operations.
  • Assist with additional tasks as needed to support guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.

What you need to work for us

  • WHAT YOU NEED TO WORK WITH US:
  • Ability to attend scheduled staff meetings.
  • Ability to attend a paid 5-day training session held April 29 - May 3rd, 2023.
  • Must be an active Â鶹Íø Student with a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
  • Exceptional customer service and telephone skills.
  • Strong multi-tasking and organizational skills.
  • Strong ability to work with the public, sometimes in stressful situations.
  • Strong sense of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.
  • Strong word-processing and data entry skills.
  • Ability to respond to a wide range of inquiries from students, staff, various Â鶹Íø departments, clients, and the public.
  • General knowledge of the Halifax area.
  • Required to make cash transactions, balance and correct accounts using cash, Interact and credit card transactions.
  • Previous experience in the hospitality industry a definite asset.
  • Knowledge of Â鶹Íø residence facilities an asset.
  • Knowledge of KX Software is an asset.

If you have any questions about the current summer student job opportunities, please contact stay@dal.ca.Ìý