International Student Advisor

Location: New Westminster

Location New Westminster Campus  Salary Range  $62,006 annually (with wage increments to a max of $70,588 annually) which includes a special allowance of $2,000 per annum. Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
The Opportunity  You're a wizard when it comes to using your interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills. A natural people-person, students from different backgrounds feel comfortable speaking with you. Your exceptional service and extensive knowledge of policies and procedures, relevant to international students, make you a trusted advisor and a valuable member of our team. In the face of challenging situations, you navigate through them with sound judgement, confidentiality, and professionalism.
Who We Are  Do what you love. Be good t'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 It Takes   Bachelor's degree in a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
A minimum of 3-4 years of progressively responsible experience advising students in a post-secondary or regulatory environment.
Certification as a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant ( RCIC ) or Regulated International Student Immigration Advisor ( RISIA ).
Must be in good standing with the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council ( ICCRC ).
Extensive knowledge of Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Immigration and Refugee Protection Act/Regulations, and policies and procedures pertaining to international students.
Additional Information   This regular, full-time (35 hours per week) position is available starting December 7, 2026.
Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm or 9:00am - 5:00pm. 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; however, successful candidate must be available for occasional work at all Douglas College campuses and offsite locations.
Douglas College is committed to supporting a healthy work/life balance for employees. A modified/flexible schedule may be considered after successful completion of probationary period, subject to the terms of the College's Work From Home Policy.