President's Ambassadorial Team - Competition

Position: President's Ambassadorial Team - Competition ID: 4658
Competition :  4658

Internal Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

External Closing Date:  Open Until Filled

# of Openings:  10

Salary Information:  Student Assistant Pay Scale

Employment Type:

Temporary Part Time

Workplace Type:  On-Site

Travel Frequency:  Regular travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:  Student Assistant

POSITION NAME:  President’s Ambassadorial Team

DEPARTMENT/FACULTY:  Office of the President

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Student Assistant

DATE REVISED:  April 2026

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:  These roles report to the Business Manager, Office of the President.

SUMMARY
The President’s Ambassadorial Team (PAT) is a group of outstanding Kwantlen Polytechnic University students employed as paid student assistants within the Office of the President. Working under the direction of the President and designated staff, Ambassadors represent KPU at official university and community events. As an extension of the Office of the President, PAT members help strengthen relationships, enhance KPU’s visibility, and support institutional engagement.

Students are uniquely positioned to serve as authentic ambassadors of KPU because they represent the university’s academic life, student experience, and learning community firsthand. The role is designed specifically for currently enrolled students who bring this lived perspective to their interactions and engagements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Represent KPU and the Office of the President at official university and external events

Serve as a professional and engaging ambassador for KPU

Welcome and engage with guests, partners, and community members

Support event coordination, logistics, and on-site execution

Provide general administrative and event support, as required

Assist with protocol, hosting duties, and VIP engagement

Promote a positive image of KPU through all interactions

Support special initiatives and activities of the Office of the President, as assigned

TIME COMMITMENT

Variable, based on event schedules and operational needs (anticipated modest monthly commitment)

Some evening and weekend availability required

Applicants must be able to balance academic responsibilities with scheduled duties

Duration:
Semester-based appointment, subject to extension based on performance and program needs

QUALIFICATIONS

Current KPU student in good academic standing (Honour Roll or equivalent preferred)

Demonstrated leadership ability and initiative

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Interest in public speaking, community advocacy, and engagement

Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Professionalism, maturity, and sound judgment

Ability to travel between campuses and to external events

SALARY INFORMATION
Student Assistants Are Paid As Per The Following

Less than one year of post-secondary (less than 30 credits) – BC Minimum Wage

One year of post-secondary (30-60 credits) – BC Minimum Wage plus 8%

With a post-secondary diploma or degree – BC Minimum Wage plus 21%

TOTAL REWARDS
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, in-house training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more. 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.

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  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.

We are 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.

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