Program Assistant II (The Training Group)
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Position Information
Location Surrey Training Centre Salary Range
$53,738 to $60,006 annually. Salary scale 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 ensuring students, faculty, and staff are supported. With your administrative strengths and incredible communication skills, your role is key to maintaining daily operations for the Training Group!
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Program Assistant II (The 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 01/19/2026 Close Date 01/23/2026 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 January 23, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.
Position Information
Location Surrey Training Centre Salary Range
$53,738 to $60,006 annually. Salary scale 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 ensuring students, faculty, and staff are supported. With your administrative strengths and incredible communication skills, your role is key to maintaining daily operations for the Training Group!
If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Program Assistant II (The 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
• Completion of one-year certificate in Office Administration or Administrative Diploma with a minimum of two years of directly related work experience in an educational institution and/or contract training environment; or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to keyboard 40 wpm accurately, together with proven ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint), Adobe Pro, and Web Survey tools.
• Experience using ministry/government databases and/or Client Relationship Management systems is an asset.
• Proficiency with Customer Service concepts such as building customer loyalty, handling difficult issues, and managing customer service.
• Proven ability to take and prepare minutes, organize and systemize office processes; as well as prepare general office correspondence, business letters, client satisfaction reports, and other related program/department documents.
Additional Information
• This temporary full-time (35 hours per week) position is available starting February 2, 2026 to August 17, 2026
• Hours of work will typically be scheduled Monday to Friday, between 8:30 am and 4:00 pm.
• This position is required to work a flexible schedule based on operational needs
• Shift days and times may change depending on operational needs
• Evening and occasional weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the Surrey TG location; and may be required to work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations based on operational needs.
How To Apply
Open Date 01/19/2026 Close Date 01/23/2026 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 January 23, 2026 to be given first consideration. Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.
At Douglas College, we believe in a personal touch and the importance of genuine interactions. Every application is carefully reviewed by a member of our team without the use of AI tools.
About Douglas College
Industry
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1001-5000 employees
Application closing date is 2026-03-20
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