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Administrative Assistant & Receptionist
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- $29.53–$32.94 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Administrative Assistant, Faculty of Health
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Langley, BC
- $29.53–$32.94 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Research Analyst
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- $39.53–$43.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Student Assistant, KPU International
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Surrey, BC
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- English
- Research
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Confidential Assistant, Human Resources
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Langley, BC
- $58,750–$82,250 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Project management
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Instructional Associate, Fine Arts
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Surrey, BC
- $33.88–$37.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory management
- English
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Communications and Marketing Services Student Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Surrey, BC
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Trades Camp Leader
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Surrey, BC
- $20 an hour
- Temporary
- Working with children
- Disability insurance
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Facilities Interior Designer
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Surrey, BC
- $34.78–$38.87 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- AutoCAD
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- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
President's Ambassadorial Team
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- Public speaking
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- Disability insurance
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Laboratory Instructor, Biology
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- $33.88–$37.81 an hour
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- Laboratory experience
- English
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Automotive Instructor
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- Immediate opening
- Travel
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- Disability insurance
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Sustainable Agriculture Instructor - NR2 75%
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- Doctoral degree
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- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
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Navigator Primary Care & Wellness Services
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Manager, Financial Operations
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Langley, BC
- $94,443–$138,516 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Finance
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Farm Site Management Assistant
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Richmond, BC
- $18.25 an hour
- Temporary
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Manager, Design
Earls Head Office —Vancouver, BC
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- AutoCAD
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Lab Instructor, Faculty of Arts
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Richmond, BC
- $33.88–$37.81 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Sustainable Agriculture Instructor - NR2 100%
Kwantlen Polytechnic University —Richmond, BC
- Temporary
- Doctoral degree
- English
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Electrical Instructor
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- Part-time
- Assembly
- Construction
- Teaching
- Disability insurance
- Dental care

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Administrative Assistant & Receptionist

Kwantlen Polytechnic University -
Surrey, BC

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
$29.53–$32.94 an hour
12 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Computer operation
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Post-secondary education
Filing
English
Administrative experience
High school diploma or GED
SharePoint
Front desk
Typing
Budgeting

Full job description

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.

Competition ID:

4656

Internal Closing Date:

June 21, 2026

External Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

# of Openings:

Salary Information:

8 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $29.53 to $32.94 per hour

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

On-Site

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-4:00pm

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant & Receptionist to join our Office of the Registrar team.

Job Overview

To provide administrative support and perform first point of contact reception duties for Future Students’ Office as well as supporting the broader FSO team to ensure effective day to day operations. To provide information, support, resources and advice regarding admission requirements and procedures, programs and services to walk-ins and phone inquiries for the purpose of generating prospective student applications.

Education and Experience

Completion of Grade 12 and at least one year of post-secondary education supplemented by two years’ experience in a receptionist and administrative support capacity, preferably in a fast-paced student services oriented department.
Completion of a certificate or diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution and a minimum of three years of administrative experience demonstrating progressive increases in responsibility; post-secondary work experience is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Proven ability in managing multiple demands within a large and complex organization.
Demonstrated high quality organizational, planning, coordination, problem-solving and follow-up skills.
Superior accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in editing documents.
Proven ability to address confidential matters and materials with discretion and tact.
Proven ability to meet changing priorities, and multiple demands while maintaining high levels of customer service.
Ability to independently draft correspondence, meeting minutes, reports, notices and other business communications based on knowledge of established styles, practices and policies.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Advanced level of competency using computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Outlook, electronic calendars, e-mail and web browsers.
Familiarity with BANNER and MS SharePoint is an asset.
Typing speed of 50 wpm with high degree of accuracy
Be able to work independently with minimal supervision to achieve assigned deadlines.
Proven ability to successfully recognize, analyze and solve problems.
Have a good working knowledge of routine office systems and procedures for particular reference filing systems, clerical control systems, record keeping, etc.
Demonstrated ability to accurately record and transcribe minutes of meetings.
Ability to work effectively as a constructive and cooperative team member.
Demonstrated ability to use sound judgment to answer questions and refer matters to appropriate team member.
Proven excellence in interpersonal skills, with the ability to patiently and effectively deal with a diverse range of people in a professional and pleasant manner.
Experience with financial budgets is an asset.
Familiarity with the collective agreement and University policies.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

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.

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