Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is Canada’s only polytechnic university, proudly serving the South Fraser region for more than 40 years. With campuses in Surrey, Richmond, Langley, and Cloverdale, KPU is deeply connected to the communities it serves and to the diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences of its students. Through academic excellence, applied learning, innovation, and strong industry and community partnerships, KPU prepares students for meaningful futures.

As an open-access university, KPU is powered by the people who live and work here. We believe every employee plays a meaningful role in supporting student learning and success. We are honoured to carry the name of the Kwantlen First Nation and are committed to equity, inclusion, reconciliation, and respectful relationships. As one of BC’s Top Employers, KPU is dedicated to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and engaged workplace where employees feel valued, connected to purpose, and empowered to make an impact.

We invite you to explore your next career opportunity at KPU and discover how your work can contribute to a university where thought truly meets action.

Competition ID:

4600

Internal Closing Date:

External Closing Date:

# of Openings:

1

• Salary Information:

Casual Employee - Hourly Rate

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

On-Site

Travel Frequency:

Employee Group:

Casual Employee

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to the Program Progressions and Events Coordinator.

SUMMARY

The Trades Camp Coordinator will be responsible for managing the delivery of KPU’s Trades Summer Camps. This role involves working closely with Continuing and Professional Studies (CPS) instructors and a team of Camp Leaders to support classroom management and ensure a positive, engaging experience for all camp participants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works under supervision and guidance of the Program Progressions Events Coordinator in conjunction with the Divisional Business Coordinator.
• Act as a liaison with the CPS office to support coordination of parent communication, feedback, and overall program experience.
• Involves training and mentoring camp leaders, conducting regular check-in meetings, and providing feedback and managing any necessary changes.
• Assists with planning, setup, coordination and operational logistics of Trades Summer Camps.
• Excellent verbal communication skills for interacting with staff, campers, and parents/guardians.
• Ability to address and resolve issues that arise during camp operations.
• Works closely with assigned CPS instructor and Camp Leaders to help manage activities throughout the day.
• Serves as a point of contact throughout the day for the Camp Leaders and camp attendees.
• Supports the day-to-day execution of summer camps, ensuring smooth operations, adherence to safety protocols, and a positive, inclusive environment for all participants.
• Documents the camp with photography and/or film (using video).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with younger kids/kids camps
• Creative, energetic and outgoing
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others
• Reliable, organized and detail oriented
• Problem solver, works independently and manages time effectively to meet deadlines

SALARY INFORMATION

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $25.00

Total Rewards

As a part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, inhouse training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit https://www.kpu.ca/hr for more information on KPU’s workplace, culture and total rewards.

Note to Applicants

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at talentacquisition@kpu.ca.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.