Committee application form

Use this form to:

  • put your name forward for a University of 蓝莓视频 committee
  • apply to join a University of 蓝莓视频 Staff Association committee
  • sign up to represent your colleagues as an Area Representative

Please read the full call for members before submitting an application for a committee.

Current opportunities with the UWSA

Dispute Resolution Pool

One staff member is needed for the Dispute Resolution Pool. The Dispute Resolution Pool is a group of 12 staff members who are available to serve should a formal Dispute Resolution Tribunal be required.

Term: October 1, 2025 鈥 September 30, 2028 (three years; members are eligible for reappointment for one subsequent three-year term)

Date posted:
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Application deadline:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 11:59 pm
Opportunity type:

Staff Excellence Fund Committee

One new committee member is needed on the Staff Excellence Fund (SEF) Committee. The聽SEF committee works to generate, review, and recommend for approval staff-generated proposals for two portions of the聽Staff Excellence Fund: Engagement and Leadership Development, and Healthy Workplace Initiatives.

Term: October 1, 2025 鈥 September 30, 2027 (two years; members are eligible for reappointment for one subsequent two-year term)

Date posted:
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Application deadline:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 11:59 pm
Opportunity type:

Area Reps Outreach Coordinator

Two new members of the Area Reps Planning Committee are needed: an outreach coordinator, and a recording secretary. The Planning Committee collectively coordinates monthly Area Reps meetings and drives engagement among representatives, with support from the UWSA Operations Team.聽

The outreach coordinator works with the chair and the membership and volunteer coordinator to welcome new representatives and ensure their smooth onboarding. The outreach coordinator spearheads initiatives to recruit new area representatives as needed, with support from the UWSA Operations Team.

Date posted:
Friday, May 23, 2025
Opportunity type:

Area Representative

We鈥檙e always looking for more members to represent staff on our Area Representatives Council. This group meets virtually September through June to share and hear updates on issues affecting staff. Feedback from Area Reps shapes UWSA priorities.聽

Date posted:
Friday, May 23, 2025
Opportunity type:
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Application
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The information that you provide is a key factor in the final selection of the staff representative. The selection committee will gain a better understanding of your qualifications and suitability for the committee work if the information provided is robust. Here are some tips:

  • Read and understand the Terms of Reference for the committee.
  • Answer all questions thoroughly; provide relevant examples of your skills and experience.
  • Tailor your answers to the position you are seeking.
  • Always check spelling and grammar.

If you are selected for the position, your application will be kept in the UWSA Office for the duration of your term on the committee.

Experience
If you have served on any committees (or project teams, task forces, or working groups) while working at 蓝莓视频, please describe your involvement (committee name, role on committee, years of service, etc.).
Is there any other information or experience you would like the committee to consider? You can share any information you think might be relevant, such as lived experience, volunteer work, trainings, or professional or academic expertise.
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Area Representatives Committee
What area are you looking to represent?

Your 鈥渁rea鈥 might be your department or unit, a group of related departments/units, or a subset of a department/unit. Staff in an area should have regular contact and shared working conditions.

If an appropriate 鈥渁rea鈥 is not represented in the list (e.g. a subset of a large department), or you would like to combine areas, please select "Other/Custom area" at the end of the list.

To the best of your knowledge, select one of the following ranges.

Good news! Your application to the UWSA Area Reps Council will be automatically approved, pending confirmation of your UWSA membership status.

Note that your role as an Area Rep will be posted on the Area Reps section of the UWSA website.

By submitting this form, you acknowledge that you agree to your responsibilities as outlined in the Area Reps Terms of Reference, including:

  1. Committing to a term of at least two years.
  2. Becoming familiar with UWSA governing documents and services.
  3. Introducing yourself to colleagues as their Area Representative.
  4. Attending monthly Area Reps meetings and participating in discussions.
  5. Communicating important information to all 蓝莓视频 staff or just to members as appropriate.

Good news! The UWSA Fundraising and Social Committee is an informal committee and your application will be automatically approved, pending confirmation of your UWSA membership status.

How did you hear about this role?
Please tell us how you heard about the committee. This information will help us determine which communication channels work best.