Sub-Warden / Kaiāwhina Whare (Residential Colleges) 2027

Sub-Warden / Kaiāwhina Whare (Residential Colleges) 2027


Company
University of Otago
Location
Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
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Job Description
__________CAMPUS AND COLLEGIATE LIFE SERVICES | TE URU KAHIKARESIDENTIAL COLLEGES AND UNIFLATSThe University of Otago invites applications for the position of Kaiawhina Whare/Sub Warden across the University’s network of Colleges and UniFlats.Who we are | Mō te tīmaThe Campus and Collegiate Life Services Division is privileged to lead a group of world class services at the University of Otago, dedicated to promoting the unique Otago experience and collegiate nature of the institution, including Residential Colleges and UniFlats.The role | Te mahiKaiawhina Whare/Sub Wardens assist with the provision of pastoral and administration duties to support the operation of the University’s residential Colleges. They enhance the environment to maximise the safety, well-being, academic success and personal growth of the Residents.It is a requirement of the role that candidates are enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Otago.The majority of roles require ‘living-in’ at a College, although a small number of ‘live-out’ roles are available.Your skills and experience | Kā pūkeka me kā wheakoThese roles are ideal for students looking for leadership opportunities, as they will require you to act as a role model, mentor and leader within the College community at all times.You will gain experience in teamwork, event management, pastoral care and time management. You will also have the chance to positively influence and support first-year and international students as they integrate into Otago.Further details | PūrokoThese are fixed term (to November 2027), variable hours positions, all located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin.The University is offering a remuneration level commensurate with the responsibilities of the positionYou must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for these roles and be planning to be a full-time University of Otago student in 2027.The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Children Act 2014. 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 click here.Enquires about the role can be made to individual Colleges, and we suggest that you visit the Sub Warden recruitment website.For further information, or to discuss the role in confidence – please contact Tammi Kara via the contact details below.Application | TonoPlease submit your application in PDF format (including CV and cover letter), please click the apply button. Applications quoting reference number 2601033 will close on Sunday, 26 July 2026.Offers will be sent from early December onwards. Colleges may consider late applications if vacancies are available.

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The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment sets the adult minimum wage at NZ$26.00 per hour from 1 April 2026 for security guard roles. Security guards receive time-and-a-half for the first three hours of overtime on any day and double time thereafter. Casual loading of 8% applies on top of the base rate for non-permanent shifts.
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Security guards are limited to 40 ordinary hours per week with a maximum of 12 hours in any 24-hour period under the Employment Relations Act. After 40 hours, overtime rates of NZ$39.00 per hour apply for the first three hours. Employees receive at least 11 consecutive hours of rest between shifts.
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