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Job Requisition ID:
2026-00595
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Group:
Staff
Job Category:
Food and Culinary Services
Employment Type:
Permanent
Department:
Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association - Campus Life
Hiring Range:
$67,688.63 - $84,610.79
Posting Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
The internal posting deadline for this position is May 7, 2026 at 11:59PM
Job Description:
Primary Purpose
The Waterloo Engineering Society is a representative body on behalf of approximately 9000 students, whose goal is to enrich the lives of the undergraduate engineering students outside of their academic commitments, as well as to provide student input to the academic directions of the faculty and University where appropriate. The society is composed of an elected student executive team, and approximately 50 commissioners and directors who are responsible for providing representation, events and services for engineering students. The Waterloo Engineering Society Business Manager is responsible for the general management of the Engineering Society including administration, financial management and staff liaison. This position is crucial to maintain financial and service-related credibility and continuity for the Society from term to term. As such, this position involves providing guidance to the executive on issues surrounding the Society’s goals and expectations. The Business Manager is designated by the Engineering Society Constitution as a non-voting Director on the Board of Directors, providing direction regarding strategic review and planning of the organization. The Business Manager is accountable to the on stream society President.
Key Accountabilities
Financial Administration
- Develops and maintains detailed operating budgets for General, Coffee and Donut Shop (C&D), A- and B- Society accounts, as well as managing the financials of the Engineering Society’s Sponsorship program
- Responsible for the preparation and oversight of the annual audit of the Society by the Waterloo Undergraduate Student Association (WUSA), and responds to findings of external auditors and fee administration
- Maintains clear, transparent communication with the student body regarding funding allocations and procedures
Oversees Operations of the two Engineering Society Coffee and Donut Shops (C&Ds)
- Manages the staff cycle of recruitment, evaluation, promotion, and retention of staff
- Accountable for the financial success of the C&Ds, and cash and inventory control
- Strategic planning of the C&D including continuously developing menu and forecasting and planning for major capital expenditures and upgrades
- Maintains inventory and appropriate price levels on the point of sale (POS) back end
- Facilitates all major ordering and receiving from suppliers
- Sets operations and business targets for staff
Oversees operations of RigidWare
- Manages the staff cycle of recruitment, and retention of staff
- Manages all procurement and requests for stock and the tool loan program
- Liaises with Print and Retail Solutions and Sedra Student Design Center to coordinate operations and initiatives, training
- Sets operations and business targets for staff
Oversees Operations of the Engineering Society Office
- Promotes efficient day-to-day operations of all units by providing advice and support to Executive and staff
- Manages the staff cycle of recruitment, evaluation, promotion and retention of staff
- Serves as a resource to the Executive, staff, and Board of Directors for the interpretation and application of University of Waterloo (UW) policies and procedures and Engineering Society by-laws, policies and procedures
- Ensures Society follows all Health and Safety and Food Safety policies and procedures as outlined by WUSA, the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario, and the University of Waterloo
Advisement and Support
- Advises and supports the executive team in the strategic development, implementation, and oversight of services and programs in support of the Society’s mission, values, vision, and long range plan
- Identifies and provides information about emerging and ongoing situations and monitors or follows up on these situations as required
- Advises on the feasibility and implications of implementing Executive, Council, Board, and members ideas, initiatives, and decisions
- Contributes to project management and contract negotiation where applicable for efficient implementation of initiatives
Required Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to business administration or finance is an asset or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in a senior management role. Demonstrated experience in financial management and human resources management is necessary. Experience in information technology management, retail and hospitality management, marketing management, and project management will be considered assets
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Must possess strong client service focus and sensitivity to diversity
- Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to work on multiple projects with competing demands
- Demonstrated aptitude for successfully working in a team-oriented environment
- Demonstrated sound judgement, tact, discretion and professional integrity
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Proven problem-solving abilities, conflict management skills
- Working knowledge of and a familiarity with the University of Waterloo and collegial processes and policies an asset
- Intermediate to advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, accounting software Sage50, Workday
- Exhibits a genuine passion for working with students and promoting student growth, leadership, and community involvement.
Equity Statement
The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.
The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.
Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.
