Program Coordinator Continuing Education

Douglas College; New Westminster; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in New Westminster is seeking a Program Coordinator for Continuing Education. This temporary part-time role offers $29.53 per hour, with a maximum rate of $32.97. The position requires strong organizational and communication skills to support students and staff. Responsibilities include organizing programs and ensuring smooth daily operations. Ideal candidates should have a relevant diploma and experience in education programming. Applications close on February 9, 2026.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangements

Health and Dental Benefits

Defined-Benefit Pension Plan

Professional Development funding

Access to Fitness Centres and Classes

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Continuing Education health & fitness programming.
• Ability to hire and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Organize and provide exceptional customer service.
• Ensure daily operations are maintained for the department.
• Support students, faculty, and staff effectively.

Skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Knowledge of course budgeting systems

Education

Two year diploma at a recognized post-secondary institution

Degree in a related field (preferred)

Tools

FAST

PeopleAdmin

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Information

Location

Salary Range

$29.53 per hour (with wage increments to a max of $32.97 per hour). 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 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 department you are part of.

If this sounds like you, we need your talents! Apply to the Program Coordinator, Continuing Education 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
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined‑Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes
• To have successfully completed a two year diploma at a recognized post‑secondary institution in a related field; degree preferred.
• A minimum of two years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Experience with and knowledge of Continuing Education health & fitness and youth related programming.
• Supervisory skills with the ability to hire, train and ensure employees follow procedures and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of course budgeting systems in Continuing Education and accounting and budgeting procedures (i.e. FAST , PeopleAdmin, etc.)
• This temporary part‑time (17.5 hours per week) position is available starting February 9, 2026 to September 30, 2026.
• Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8am – 4pm. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department’s need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required.
• The position is located at the New Westminster campus; however, successful candidate must be available for work at the Coquitlam campus.
• Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees. A modified/flexible schedule and/or hybrid work from home arrangement may be considered, subject to the terms of the College’s Work From Home Policy.

Posting Number 02703SA

Position Title

Anticipated Start Date 02/09/2026

End Date 09/30/2026

Needs a Criminal Records Check Yes

Open Date 02/03/2026

Close Date 02/09/2026

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.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Criminal Record Check/Vulnerable Sector Verification