AVC Vet Camp Senior Student Coordinator - AVC Deans Office - Atlantic Veterinary College

Competition Number:
12S26
Position Type:
Student Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
AVC Dean's Office
Position:
AVC Vet Camp Senior Student Coordinator
Contract:
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week 
Salary:

$18.70 per hour, plus 4% vacation pay

Term:

April 27 – August 14, 2026

The Atlantic Veterinary College is looking to hire a Vet Camp Senior Student Coordinator for the 2026 Dr. Tim Ogilvie AVC Vet Camp 2026.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in coordinating, planning, and scheduling all activities for the Dr. Tim Ogilvie AVC Vet Camp 2026 (AVC Vet Camp) in consultation with AVC staff and faculty
  • Play a key role in communicating with camp participants and their parents and will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of AVC Vet Camp when in progress
  • Assist in the evaluation of the program
  • Although AVC Vet Camp will be the students’ main priority, the coordinator will also be required to assist in other events and special projects including the AVC White Coat Ceremony and Awards Night

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be a current Doctor of Veterinary (DVM) student at UPEI
  • Must possess strong organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Must be a self-starter, enthusiastic and creative
  • Must be mature, able to exercise sound judgment and have a demonstrated ability to teach and motivate children
  • Able to work effectively with their peers+
  • Familiarity with animals and animal handling required
  • Prior experience in event planning and supervising others would be preferred
  • Knowledge of the UPEI Campus would be an asset
  • First aid certification is also preferred

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, hrofficer@upei.ca. Applications will not be accepted via email.

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