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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Competition ID: 4726
Internal Closing Date: July 25, 2026
External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
# of Openings: 1
- Salary Information: 8 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $29.53 to $32.94 per hour
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Travel Frequency: Occasional travel between campuses is required.
Employee Group: Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)
Days of Work (BCGEU): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Hours of Work (BCGEU): 8:30am-4:30pm
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35
We are currently seeking an International Admissions Assistant to join our KPU International team.
Job Overview
The International Admissions Assistant evaluates applications, transcripts, and supporting documentation for admissions and transfer credit in accordance with established policies and articulation agreements. The primary responsibilities of the International Admissions Assistant (IAA) include providing support to the Admissions Coordinators, the Transfer Credit Coordinator, and the Recruiters. As a member of the International team, the International Admissions Assistant (IAA) supports current and prospective students with general inquiries and processes various documentation as required.
Education and Experience
Successful completion of an undergraduate Diploma.
Minimum two years of experience working with international students, including an understanding of other cultures and the ability to communicate in a cross-cultural working environment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to build and maintain positive, cooperative, and service-oriented relationships with internal units with diverse situations and people.
Oral and written fluency in English and a secondary language in one of KPU’s target markets is required. The language requirements for the open role will be specified in the job posting.
Ability to multi-task, apply organizational skills to meet deadlines, and use problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility, work independently, establish own priorities, and meet deadlines.
In-depth knowledge of admission and registration processes and the ability to follow established processes. Ability to analyze and recommend improvements in business processes, practices, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated working knowledge of KPU programs as well as policies and processes relating to the current application, admission, and transfer processes.
Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the BC transfer system and transfer credit articulation processes.
Demonstrated experience assessing secondary and post-secondary transcripts for admissions and transfer credits.
Demonstrated working experience with and knowledge of International Admissions processes, international student services, immigration regulations, and transition programs.
Demonstrated proficiency with Student BANNER (intermediate level preferred) or a similar records-based system.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic Math.
Working knowledge of IRCC regulations and compliance requirements impacting international admissions processes
Demonstrated ability to evaluate international academic credentials and apply country specific grading equivalencies, especially in mature markets where KPU recruit international students from
Ability to assess the authenticity and completeness of international academic documentation
Excellent cross-cultural skills - proven ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically diverse population.
Proven ability to conduct oneself in a professional manner in a demanding, high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
Aptitude for exacting and detail-oriented work.
Demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong computer skills, including MS Word and Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
Ability to travel and/or work at various campuses.
Minimum of 45 wpm keyboarding skills with a high degree of accuracy.
Able to lift and carry materials in the range of 30 to 50 lbs.Possession of a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
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 Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
Total Rewards
As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!
Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.
Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.
Note to Applicants
Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at
[email protected].
Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
