Student Directors - Board of Directors

Student Directors - Board of Directors (1 year)
Alma Mater Society, 87 Union Street, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Job Description
Posted Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM | Expires Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 4:59 AM

Incorporated under the Ontario Corporations Act in 1969, the Alma Mater Society of Queen's University Incorporated is a non‑share capital corporation created to support the interests of the Alma Mater Society (an unincorporated association). AMS Inc. is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of AMS student members, non‑student experts/alumni, the Society executive, and the General Manager. The Board serves to govern the corporate and administrative services provided by the AMS, with a particular focus on corporate governance, finance, audit and risk, and personnel matters.

Directors of AMS Inc. are bound by law to act in the interest of both the objectives of AMS Inc. and its members.

Time Commitment, Eligibility and Remuneration
1 or 2‑year positions available, from May 2026 to April 2027, and May 2026 to April 2028 with a time commitment of 4‑6 hours/week.

This is a volunteer position, but directors are eligible for an honorarium if they successfully complete their duties.

Student directors of the Board are ineligible to work or volunteer for any AMS service, office, or commission during their tenure on the Board of Directors.

All AMS volunteers must be enrolled in at least 18.00 credit units (60 of a full course load as determined by one’s program) both at the time that they apply and for the duration of their term, and have paid the full slate of AMS mandatory fees. Part‑time students are eligible if they have opted‑in to the full student fee slate prior to hiring.

Applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of application.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate an understanding of, and a commitment to, the objects, policies, and operations of the AMS.

Acquire and maintain an understanding of the corporation’s financial position, both current and forecasted.

Attend all Board meetings and be aware of the Board of Directors policy on absences.

Be familiar with the agenda prior to each meeting, and ask questions of relevant individuals if necessary, in order to facilitate full participation in the meeting.

Critically evaluate the overall financial and strategic operations of the AMS and make suggestions to improve them.

Actively participate in any standing or ad hoc committees to which membership has been assigned, including performing committee chair responsibilities.

Help in the transition process after the election of the incoming Board.

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.

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