Type of position: Volunteer
Term: Maximum of 2 years with the possibility of renewal
Time Commitment: Meetings of the Judicial Board are called as-needed. Applicants must be available prior to the start of the Fall term for training.
Location: Concordia University – Montreal
Start date: Fall 2026
Deadline to Apply: August 7th at 17:00h
Responsibilities:
Members of the Judicial Board are guided by the Judicial Board Code of Procedures. Details about composition and procedures can also be found in Section 8 of the CSU By-Laws.
The Judicial Board of the Student Union shall, upon the written request of any member or member association, convene to:
- Interpret these by-laws and the validity of regulations and resolutions enacted by the Council.
- Declare invalid any act of any member who through his or her action derogates from these by-laws or from the constitution of any member association of the Student Union.
- Settle disputes on matters concerning the Student Union between its members, officials and/or constituted bodies.
It is the duty of the Judicial Board to act upon any violation to By-Laws and constitutions of member associations that come to light stemming from an ongoing investigation, even if such violations are not directly related to the original complaint.
The Judicial Board may issue provisional decisions to safeguard the rights of the parties in the course of proceedings. Provisional decisions are issued when they are urgent and necessary to avoid an irreparable prejudice which the final decision could not effectively remedy. Such provisional decisions require a two-thirds majority vote of the Judicial Board. Provisional decisions remain in effect until the final decision is rendered, save earlier revocation by the Judicial Board.
Essential Requirements
- Must be an undergraduate student enrolled at Concordia University and a member of CSU.
- Applicants must not serve as an executive on any CSU clubs, hold any positions in Concordia student/university associations, or be a regular employee of these associations.
- Knowledge of or desire to learn about the CSU By-Laws, Standing Regulations and the rules of natural justice.
- Must maintain strict attendance at all called Judicial Board hearings and mandatory training sessions.
- Capacity to objectively evaluate case evidence, interpret policy papers, handle joint submissions and differentiate first-hand accounts from hearsay.
- Capacity to display the highest level of integrity and act as a neutral arbiter, free from financial or personal conflicts of interest.
- Ability to properly handle sensitive, private and nominative information during closed-session deliberations.
- Excellent communication abilities, particularly when producing reports and serving on committees
How to Apply
Please fill out the Judicial Board Member Application Form by August 7th at 17:00. Supporting documents should be sent by email to appointments@csu.qc.ca with the subject line ‘Judicial Board Application_July 2026_[Candidate Name]’
Selected candidates must be available between August 10th and August 21st for an interview.
Please read the full position description, responsibilities, eligibility requirements, and time commitment carefully before applying. Before the application deadline, interested candidates must fill out the application form and provide any necessary supporting documentation. Before submitting their application, candidates are urged to confirm that they meet all qualifying requirements.