Program Assistant I (The Training Group)
Posted 6 days ago
Job Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position Information
Location Coquitlam Campus Salary Range
$26.86 to $29.53 hourly. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
You're a pro when it comes to organizing, planning, and providing exceptional customer service. You're passionate about helping others and you're committed to delivering customized training, services and employment solutions for individuals, businesses, industry and government. With your administrative strengths and incredible communication skills, your role is key to provide client-centered service on a consistent basis for the Training Group.
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Program Assistant I (Training Group) position, and join our dedicated and supportive team.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
WHAT IT TAKES
Additional Information
How To Apply
Open Date 03/26/2026 Close Date 04/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by April 2, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
Position Information
Location Coquitlam Campus Salary Range
$26.86 to $29.53 hourly. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity
You're a pro when it comes to organizing, planning, and providing exceptional customer service. You're passionate about helping others and you're committed to delivering customized training, services and employment solutions for individuals, businesses, industry and government. With your administrative strengths and incredible communication skills, your role is key to provide client-centered service on a consistent basis for the Training Group.
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Program Assistant I (Training Group) position, and join our dedicated and supportive team.
WHO WE ARE
Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.
Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.
WHAT WE OFFER
We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
WHAT IT TAKES
• A high school diploma plus a certificate in office administration training.
• A minimum of two years' experience working in a high volume, fast-paced educational environment servicing the general public. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
• Experience working within a multi-cultural setting.
• Fluency in the English language and the ability to speak Farsi or Mandarin would be a strong asset.
• Understand and respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse group of clients, some who may be on income assistance, unemployed and/or recently immigrated.
Additional Information
• This temporary part-time (4 hours per week) position is available starting April 11, 2026
• Regular hours of work are Saturdays, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
• Shift days and times may change depending on the operational needs
• The position is located at the Coquitlam campus; and will be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations
How To Apply
Open Date 03/26/2026 Close Date 04/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Maximum Number of References 3 Minimum Number of References 3 Equity Statement
Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited, to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.
Important Note
Qualified internal applicants must apply by April 2, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
About Douglas College
Industry
EducationCompany Size
1001-5000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-05-29
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