University of Otago
Assistant Warden (Hayward College) - (Job Number: 2400100)
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Job Description
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!*!HAYWARD COLLEGE
CAMPUS AND COLLEGIATE LIFE SERVICESAbout our team/Mō te tīma
The Campus and Collegiate Life Services Division leads a world class residential college system at the University of Otago. As a collegiate university, our Residential Colleges, and UniFlats, are dedicated to providing a supportive home environment to our residents, many of whom are living away from whānau for the first time.
Hayward College is a close-knit, diverse community of students and staff. Since1992, Hayward has provided an enriching living-learning experience for Otago students by blending academic support, accommodation, recreation and social activities into a vibrant and dynamic community of students and staff.
The role/Te mahi
We are seeking an enthusiastic person to join our leadership team in the key role of Assistant Warden, Hayward College.
With a focus on resident wellbeing, our Assistant Wardens provide opportunities for residents to experience cultural, sporting, academic and personal development in a positive collegiate environment.
Your skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako
We are looking for a leader who is passionate, resilient, and capable of handling (sometimes) challenging and complex situations.
Our ideal candidate will have:
• Experience working with young adults in a leadership capacity.
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively in emergency or crisis situations.
• Experience engaging groups and individuals.
• Experience planning and managing a variety of safe and fun events and activities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• An ability to achieve a range of tasks under competing demands, within agreed time frames.
• A high level of organisational skills.
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.Experience in the tertiary sector would be a distinct advantage.
This exciting role would suit a highly motivated person from a variety of backgrounds. If you are a strong communicator who is creative and collaborative, and if you are passionate about education and working with young adults then this role might be the perfect match for you.
Further details/Pūroko
This is a permanent, full time (37.5 hours), “live-out” (accommodation is not provided) position, located in Dunedin.
Due to the nature of the role, required hours of work are rostered across evenings and weekends.
From time to time, you may be deployed to different colleges to suit the needs of the Division. This may include leave coverage, conference support, assistance with summer business such as “Hands on Otago”, Summer School, etc.
The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children’s Act 2014 and the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check.
For further information on the safety check process please visit: Protection of Children
We offer competitive salary, five weeks’ annual leave, a 6.75% superannuation scheme, and the ability to achieve real work/life balance. More information regarding employee benefits can be found here. Employee Benefits
Applications from candidates with Māori and Pacific backgrounds or strong competencies in these areas are warmly encouraged.
The appointment range for this position is $65,281 to $69,648 per annum, top of range $74,947 per annum.
Confidential enquiries regarding the role can be made to Amber Robertson, Warden Hayward College, via the contact details below.
Application/Tono
To submit your application (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2400100 will close Sunday, 14 January 2024.
Additional Information
Contact: Amber Robertson
Position details: Job Description
Further Information: Department Website
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The University of Otago is a public research collegiate university based in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand.
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