Job Description

Interested in a career at Langara College?Our employees exemplify Langara's values of excellence, collegiality, innovation and integrity. If you think this position fits your qualifications, we encourage you to apply!Langara College is located in Vancouver, B.C.: applicants to postings must be located in BC or willing to move to BC to accept work with Langara College. Exceptions to this will be clearly outlined in the event Langara College requires work (or positions to be based) to be performed outside BC or Canada.Current employee? Apply through Careers in your account. xe2x80x8bJob Title: Department Assistant, CSEmployee Group: CUPEEmployee Type: Temporary (Fixed Term)Start Date: Monday, April 14 2025End Date (if applicable): Tuesday, March 31 2026: The Department Assistant provides administrative support to the Director and Program Coordinators within designated program areas.The Department Assistant supports administrative functions such as: providing information to students and the general public, arranging learning resources and facilities, and providing support services for the respective programs. The incumbent liaises with the Continuing Studies Registration Office, Printshop, Bookstore, Information Technology, Communication & Marketing, Langara Global, Library Services, Registrar & Enrolment Services, and other relevant departments.Qualifications Required:Education & Experience

• Grade 12 plus successful completion of a one (1) year certification in office administration, business or a related discipline.
• Four (4) years recent related administrative experience, preferably providing customer service to students in an educational setting.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in creating documents using various desktop publishing applications (e.g. Adobe Publisher).
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, in English with tact, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people who have limited English language proficiency.
• Proven organization, prioritization, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work well under pressure with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to ascertain information from clients and probing individuals to direct them to the appropriate services.
• Ability to provide administrative support to create presentations and workshops.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail when entering data.
• Ability to write, revise and proofread promotional materials.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a variety of internal and external contacts.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and to operate with sensitivity when dealing with students requiring special assistance.
• Ability to u online learning management platforms.
• Intermediate computer skills using computer applications including word processing (MS Word), Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Dreamweaver.
• Accurate keyboarding skills (50 wpm).

Why Join Langara?At Langara College, we support the Collegexe2x80x99s vision of promoting wellness and fostering personal and professional growth for our employees. We are dedicated to embracing, honoring, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, while offering a competitive and inclusive benefits package that reflects our commitment to overall health, financial security, and work-life balance.** Eligibility and entitlements may vary based on the employment group, and if the position is temporary, part-time, or casual **We offer the following benefits:

• Extensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Generous vacation package plus paid time off during college winter closure (1 week in December)
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• Potential eligibility for educational, training, and developmental programs
• Access to on-site daycare subject to availability
• Tuition waivers for courses at Langara College, subject to space availability
• Course/program tuition reimbursements
• Wellness classes and campus engagement events

To obtain the full job description, please our recruitment team.Salary Range: $29.83 - $33.91 per hourPay Grade: CUPE Paygrade 20Scheduled Weekly Hours: 35Hours may vary according to the needs of the department.Compressed Workweek (Fortnight): NoClosing Date: Wednesday, March 26 2025People and Culture is committed to embracing, honoring, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We remain dedicated to focusing our efforts on creating an inclusive employee community that fosters a sense of safety and belonging for everyone. We humbly acknowledge that we are just beginning our journey, which includes engaging in our own internal learning and creating a data-driven action plan that supports the integration of EDI practice into the work of People and Culture and the work we do with employees and leaders. Langara College welcomes applications from everyone including people from groups that are experiencing inequity including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ 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 us.If you were a temporary employee with CUPE Local 15 at Langara College who has worked within the last five (5) months of the closing date on this posting, please our recruitment team if you meet the criteria for internal status (850 hours worked) as per Article III.7.g in the . Please quote the job requisition title and number with your previous employee ID and last day worked at the College. Please do not email if you worked at the College more than 5 months ago or if you worked in a different union.Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials noted on their resume. In addition, those shortlisted with international credentials must have their education credentials evaluated through WES (World Education Services) and provide Langara College, People & Culture document evaluation access for employment purposes.We thank you for your interest in Langara College and for taking the time to complete an application. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Please be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the number of applications received.Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse workforce.

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