Student Assistant, New Student Transition

4 weeks ago


New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada Douglas College Full time
New Student Transition Program Overview

The Student Life department at Douglas College is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Student Assistant to support the planning and implementation of new student transitional programming and other related events. The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work with limited supervision and maintain a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment for all attendees.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in planning and delivering transitional programming on campus, specifically First Year Fridays.
  • Collaborate with the Student Life Communications Team to design and develop promotional materials.
  • Develop and present educational content for First Year Friday and other related programming.
  • Plan and facilitate activities during events, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for attendees.
  • Meet with the Student Life Coordinator weekly to discuss progress and receive feedback.

Requirements:
  • Availability to attend First Year Friday events (every other Friday).
  • Maturity and thoughtfulness in dealing with issues as they arise.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, responsible, professional, and flexible.
  • Comfortable working with limited supervision and an open mind to cultures, practices, and sexual orientations different from your own.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to inclusion and cultural sensitivity to the unique challenges of diverse student groups.
  • Basic working knowledge of Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.

Eligibility Criteria:
  • Domestic students must meet one of the following criteria: enrolled in a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College throughout the work term, or have been enrolled in a minimum of one or more (3 credit) courses at Douglas College in the term immediately preceding the work term and have indicated an intention to enroll at the college in the term immediately following the work term.
  • International students must meet one of the following criteria: enrolled in full-time studies at Douglas College throughout the academic year, or an international student at another accredited public post-secondary institution in B.C. with 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."


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