The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University. The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs.

It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution. In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.

General Volunteers

Reports To

Social Issues Commissioners

The Social Issues Commission (SIC) Volunteer plays an integral role in supporting the Commission's advocacy, programming, and operational initiatives throughout the academic year. Working approximately 5 hours per week, volunteers collaborate closely with the two Social Issues Commissioners, the REC Coordinator, Marketing Deputy, and the broader Commission team to advance equity, accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives across campus.

Volunteers will be assigned to work primarily under one of the Commission's portfolio leads, the Black Leadership Lead (BLL), Queer Initiatives Lead (QIL),



Accessibility Initiatives Lead (AIL), or Indigenous Initiatives Lead (IIL), while also contributing to Commission-wide projects and events.

Job Duties

Supporting the planning and execution of Commission events, campaigns, workshops, and awareness initiatives. Assisting with research, resource development, outreach, and administrative tasks related to portfolio priorities. Collaborating with the REC Coordinator and Marketing Deputy to promote events and increase student engagement.

Attending

Commission meetings, trainings, and volunteer development opportunities. Building relationships with student groups, campus partners, and community organizations. Contributing ideas that strengthen equity, accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and belonging within the Queen's community.

Providing general operational support for Commission initiatives as needed. This position is ideal for students who are passionate about community engagement, advocacy, event planning, leadership, and creating a more inclusive campus. Volunteers will gain valuable experience working within student governance, collaborating with a diverse team, and supporting initiatives that have a meaningful impact on the Queen's community.

Job Requirements

Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills Ability to thrive in a rapid-paced environment Work Conditions

Interaction and collaboration with coworkers, management, and the Queen’s community The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

📌 SIC Team Volunteer - Social Issues Commission (Kingston)
🏢 Alma Mater Society of Queen's University
📍 Kingston