Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

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April 3, 2026

Open Until Filled

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• Salary Information: 8 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $29.53 to $32.94 per hour

Temporary Full Time

Hybrid

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

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We are currently seeking a Administrative Assistant o join our Faculty of Health team.

To provide administrative support for the Office of the Dean and designated department(s)/program(s) within the Faculty of Health.

• Completion of four-year baccalaureate degree from a publically accredited post-secondary institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years recent related experience that demonstrates increasing levels of responsibility. Experience working in highly complex administrative environments is an asset.

• Typing speed of 55 wpm.
• Excellent working knowledge of English, both verbal and written.
• Working knowledge of routine office systems and procedures, including standard filing systems, record- keeping, etc.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in editing documents.
• Proven ability with time-management skills in coordinating projects and meeting multiple overlapping deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to effectively prioritize tasks in an office environment with changing demands and frequent interruptions.
• Effective communication skills, both spoken and written, exhibiting a high level of tact, professionalism and diplomacy.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to patiently and effectively deal with a diverse range of people in a respectful and professional manner.
• Proven ability to take direction and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Proven ability to work independently under minimal supervision, exercising good judgment and initiative.
• Proven ability to handle confidential matters and materials with tact and discretion.
• Proven ability to compose standard forms of business communication such as memoranda, business correspondence, minutes of meetings, etc.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within an administrative team.
• Ability to comprehend, communicate and comply with established policies, practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability at the intermediate level with MS Office package and website maintenance.
• Inherent ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and rapidly changing work environments.
• Proven ability at the intermediate level with MS Office including MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint as well as demonstrated experience with database and website maintenance systems such as SharePoint, Drupal website maintenance and internet.
• Proven ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and rapidly changing work environments.
• Experience with financial budgets.
• Familiarity with Collective Agreements.

As per the KPU-BCGEU Collective Agreement, qualified internal applicants within the BCGEU bargaining unit are given first consideration in filling this position. Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on the internal closing date in order to be considered as an internal applicant. Internal applications received after the closing date will be considered as an external applicant.

Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension