Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS)

Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS)

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please include the following:

• Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C.
• Domestic or International student status 
• Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for: 

1.      Fall Semester 2026 – September 8, 2026 – December 19, 20262.      Winter Semester 2027 – January 4, 2027 – April 23, 20273.      Summer Semester 2027 – May 10, 2027 – August 21, 2027 

• If selected for an interview please bring one of the following:

1. Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR 
2. Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR 
3. Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Location	New Westminster/Coquitlam Campus
Salary Range	$18.42 per hour
The Opportunity	The Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA &HSS) will work closely with anadministrative staff supervisor as well as faculty members to assist in creating various forms of content, including social media posts, newsletters and printed materials. The candidate will also assist the Faculties at various events hosted throughout the semester.
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 For more benefits information, click here!
WHAT IT TAKES	Responsibilities: Assists with putting together timely and original content of interest to current students and faculty in Language, Literature, and Performing Arts and Humanities and Social Sciences Assists with creating an integrated social media plan each semester for the Faculties’ Instagram accounts and other social media accounts. Takes photos and videos at events hosted by the Faculties Coordinates social media interviews with students and staff in courses and clubs associated with the Faculties. Supports the Administrative Officers in the Faculties on related projects. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need: Experience creating high quality Instagram grid posts, stories and reels Experience using Canva, Marq, or other design software Interested in photography and videography Experience in photography, videography, and video editing Comfortable being behind and in front of the camera Strong public speaking skills Strong copywriting skills Collaborative approach to content creation Able to work independently while following guidelines and meet deadlines Able to receive and appropriately respond to feedback in a collaborative approach to content creation Successful completion of courses in document design, social media, and communication planning is an asset Domestic students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant: The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term; OR The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term; OR The domestic student must be enrolled in, and maintain a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. throughout the work term; OR The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term International students must meet ONE of the following criteria, to be eligible to work as a Student Assistant/Student Research Assistant: The international student is enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College, throughout the academic year; OR The international student, who is not a Douglas College student, but is an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C., has a valid Study Permit that has the notation – “May accept employment on or off campus if meeting eligibility criteria as per R186 (F), (V) or (W). Must cease working if no longer meeting these criteria.” Proof of enrollment in full-time studies from the other post-secondary institution is required. An original copy of a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and an original Study Permit are required by law before commencing work at Douglas College.Qualified Douglas College students meeting the above criteria will be given first preference over students of other qualifying institutions.
Additional Information	The position is located at the New Westminster and Coquitlam Campus Campus. Hours of work: up to a maximum of 20 hours/week. The work terms for this position are: 1.      Fall Semester 2026 – September 8, 2026 – December 19, 20262.      Winter Semester 2027 – January 4, 2027 – April 23, 20273.      Summer Semester 2027 – May 10, 2027 – August 21, 2027
Posting Number	02857SA
Position Title	Student Assistant, Communications (LLPA & HSS)
Anticipated Start Date	09/08/2026
End Date
Needs a Criminal Records Check	No

How To Apply

Open Date	09/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
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	Click the link at the top of this page to apply directly to this posting.  Please include the following: Douglas College Student ID number or indicate if you are enrolled in another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. Domestic or International student status Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for: Fall 2026 or Winter 2027 or Summer 2027  If selected for an interview, please bring one of the following: Proof of enrollment for work term from Douglas College OR Proof of enrollment for work term from another post-secondary institution OR Domestic students only: proof of registration for the term immediately preceding the work term and indication of intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term OR The domestic student must have been enrolled in, and maintained, a minimum of two or more (3 credit) courses at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. in the term immediately preceding the work term and has indicated an intention to enroll at the institution in the term immediately following the work term.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you first find out about this employment opportunity?
   • Douglas College Careers Site
   • LinkedIn
   • Indeed
   • Social Media (Facebook, Instagram)
   • Personal Referral
   • Agency Referral
   • Professional Association Website
   • Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICAN)
   • Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT)
   • Douglas College CareerHUB
   • Career Fair or Other Hiring Event
   • Other
   • Glassdoor
2. * If you are a current/former employee/student, enter your ID number. (Type in N/A if not applicable.)

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * If you are not a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, do you currently have a valid Canadian work permit?
   • Yes
   • No
   • Not Applicable
4. * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Being eligible to work please indicate the work terms you are applying for: Fall, Winter, Summer or combination of the above.

   (Open Ended Question)

6. * Employees are required to report to the college in person, promptly and reliably, as required by their position. To meet this obligation, they must reside within a commutable distance to the college for the duration of their employment. Please confirm that you can fulfill this requirement.
   • Yes, I can fulfill this requirement
   • No, I cannot fulfill this requirement
7. * If you have a valid Canadian work permit, please indicate expiry date and the type of work permit you hold. (Type N/A if not applicable).

   (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. References with Contact Information