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: 4640
Internal Closing Date: June 11, 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: Permanent 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-4:00pm
Hours per Week (BCGEU): 35
We are currently seeking an Administrative Assistant, Faculty of Health to join our Faculty of Health team.
Job Overview
To provide administrative support for the Office of the Dean and designated department(s)/program(s) within the Faculty of Health.
Priority consideration will be given to BCGEU employees currently impacted by layoff at the same or lower pay grade.
Education and Experience
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.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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.
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.
