Scheduling Assistant | Casual - #2066

Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA); Richmond; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading employer in BC’s social services sector is seeking a Casual Scheduling Assistant to coordinate scheduling for the Client Services Department. The ideal candidate will have a diploma related to Staff Scheduling and at least one year of relevant experience. Required skills include proficiency in MS Office, excellent English communication, and organizational skills. Positions are casual with weekday/weekend shifts, offering an hourly wage of $28.25.

Benefits

On-the-job Training

Educational and training opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in a similar position or related duties.
• Experience with shift management and staff scheduling activities is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with accurate processing of data.

Responsibilities

• Assign on-call shifts on a daily basis.
• Assist in the coordination of scheduling for the Client Services Department.
• Maintain strict confidence and work under pressure.

Skills

Staff Scheduling

MS Office

English proficiency

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate or diploma related to Staff Scheduling

Tools

Staff Scheduling systems

Job description

Overview

The Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA) is a leading employer in BC’s social services sector. With over 50 community-based programs and services for children, youths, and adults in Vancouver and Richmond, we offer programs and services to enable people with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential.

Job Title: CASUAL SCHEDULING ASSISTANT | #2066

Service Area: Scheduling

Location: Head Office

Start Date: September 15, 2025

Term / Status: Casual

Schedule / Hours: Weekdays and/or Weekends; 06:00–14:00 or 08:30–16:30 (shift times may vary based on department need); 7.5 hours per shift

Hourly Wage: $28.25 as per Collective Agreement

THE ROLE:

The Scheduling Assistant assigns on-call shifts on a daily basis and assists in the coordination of scheduling for the Client Services Department.

REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

• Minimum certificate or diploma related to Staff Scheduling.
• Minimum one year experience in a similar position or related duties.
• Proficient in MS Office, and intranet applications; Staff Scheduling systems an asset.
• Experience with shift management and staff scheduling activities is preferred.
• Detail-oriented with accurate processing of data and ability to detect irregularities.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in the English language.
• Excellent organizational and strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and maintain strict confidence.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience in a unionized environment is preferred.

Standard requirements of the Scheduling Assistant include:

• Criminal Record Clearance
• Medical Clearance
• Demonstrated competency in English
• Basic computer literacy
• Eligible to work in Canada

WHAT WE OFFER:

• On-the-job Training
• Educational and training opportunities
• Community Involvement
• Inclusive work environment
• This position requires Union membership

For more information, please visit our website at www.develop.bc.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.