Vice-President Operations - Alma Mater Society - Queen's University Student Government

Alma Mater Society of Queen’s University

VICE-PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

Avery papoulidis

Health Sciences ’27

Niagara, Ontario

The AMS Vice President of Operations (VPOPS) is responsible for all the day-to-day operational and financial matters of the society

They administer the AMS services, Health and Dental Plan, the Bus-It program, and the consolidated budget of the Society

The VPOPS is also the Chief Executive Officer of the Society and sits on the AMS Board of Directors

They are also responsible got Student Activity Fees and chair the Student Activity Fee Review Committee, which determines which student fees are eligible for referendum

They oversee the service head managers, who in turn oversee the corporate services that the AMS offers

Get to know your Vice-President of Operations…

What made you want to run for this position?

“As an Assistant Manager in the AMS last year, being able to support each employee and see them flourish in their roles inspired me to be able to contribute to others’ growth across all of the services!”

What are you excited to do this year?

“I’m very excited to gain knowledge about the operations across the different services, and support each manager in executing their goals and vision for their services throughout the year. I’m also excited to be able to contribute to the operational and financial sustainability of each service, to promote long term success.”

What do you hope to get out of this role?

“I’m hoping to become a leader that understands the individual needs of each service and manager. I’m hoping to build strong connections and ensure that all managers feel supported in a way that works for them, allowing them to grow as leaders themselves!”

What advice do you have for someone who wants to run in the election?

“Definitely to consult with each service to get an understanding of any changes that they would like to see from AMS leadership in the following years. Firsthand experiences from student leaders are crucial to ensure that all decisions and goals are aligned with each services’ needs =)”