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:

4536

Internal Closing Date:

March 30, 2026

External Closing Date:

April 20, 2026

# of Openings:

1

-Salary Information:

11 - BCGEU Pay Grid - $32.01 to $35.76 per hour

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Employee Group:

Support Staff (BC General Employees Union)

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

8:30-4:30

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

35

We are currently seeking aCoordinator, Transition Programsto join ourOrientation and Transitionsteam.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Student Life and Success, this position is responsible for the coordination of programming that assists new students with the transition to the University and student life at KPU. In addition to new student orientation event management, the Coordinator is responsible for orientation events in support of special student populations such as mature students, transfer students, parent/family orientation and others., and for communication to new students regarding orientation events and new student resources. The Coordinator organizes presenters, facilities reservations, catering, staffing, purchasing of supplies, program delivery, volunteer recruitment, and is lead on the design, development and evaluation of all orientation publications including online orientation resources and supplementary resources such as the annual student handbook.

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate Degree in a relevant discipline supplemented by a minimum of three years related experience.
• Minimum two years’ supervisory experience which includes training, staff development and conducting performance reviews.
• Minimum two years’ experience recruiting, coordinating and leading volunteer teams.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of leadership development for volunteer-based programs.
• Demonstrated understanding of strategic enrolment management and student engagement principles.
• Demonstrated experience with event programing, organizing and implementation of activities and events, preferably with adults or young adults.
• Demonstrated experience with content management, CMS software applications, Windows based programs and database systems. Experience with InDesign or Creative Suite and basic design and layout for pint and web publication considered an asset.
• Functional understanding of social media applications.
• Ability to exercise a high level of initiative, responsibility and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills; including the ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, and provide exceptional customer service to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Superior communication skills written and verbal; as well as confidence with public speaking to groups of greater than 30 are required.
• Ability to communicate patiently and effectively with a diverse range of people and situations and relate to students with different cultural and social backgrounds.
• Must be able to work independently and as a team player.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience managing event budgets of $10,000 or greater.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Must be able to work on multiple campuses and must be able to work a flexible schedule including occasional 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 talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

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.