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:

4620

Internal Closing Date:

May 29, 2026

External Closing Date:

May 29, 2026

# of Openings:

1

• Salary Information:

5 – Administrative Salary Grid - $61,316 to $85,843

Employment Type:

Temporary Full Time

Workplace Type:

Hybrid

Travel Frequency:

Occasional travel between campuses is required.

Employee Group:

Administration/Management

Days of Work (BCGEU):

Hours of Work (BCGEU):

Hours per Week (BCGEU):

We are looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative HR Associate - Organizational Development to join our Human Resources team!

Are you passionate about creating meaningful employee experiences and building a workplace culture where people feel engaged, supported, and empowered to grow?

In this role, you will help bring employee engagement, learning, and development initiatives to life while supporting a vibrant and inclusive university community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys coordinating impactful programs, working with people across an organization, and contributing to a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Job Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Organizational Development and Employee Experience, the HR Associate - Organizational Development supports a wide range of employee engagement and learning initiatives that align with the university’s strategic goals and values.

You will play a key role in creating positive employee experiences by coordinating programs and events, supporting learning systems, developing resources and communications, and helping ensure employees have access to engaging and meaningful development opportunities.

What You Bring

You are organized, people-focused, and energized by creating exceptional employee experiences. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy balancing creativity with strong attention to detail.

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in human resources, organizational development, psychology or a related field of study.
• Minimum of two years of related experience supporting employee engagement and/or employee learning and development initiatives.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office tools, including demonstrated proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.
• Training or education related to adult learning is preferred.
• Public sector and/or post-secondary work experience is preferred.
• Learning Management System and HR Information System experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to valuing safe, respectful, equitable and inclusive environments.
• Direct experience in the coordination, development and delivery of employee engagement and/or learning program and supporting materials.
• Understanding of adult learning principles, learning design and various delivery methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to convey complex information in a clear, concise, engaging and accessible manner.
• Engaging and inclusive facilitation and presentation skills, both in-person and online.
• Ability to plan and organize inclusive and accessible in-person and online events.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work collaboratively as an effective team player and build relationships among all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information.
• Proven ability to identify, recommend, and present creative solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work independently, and achieve results.
• Proven ability to juggle and prioritize tasks, adhere to deadlines and demands, make responsible decisions and determine when to seek advice.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel between campuses as required.

Competencies

• Leadership: KPU employees inspire, coach, mentor, and support students, employees and KPU as a whole in achieving objectives.
• Accountability: KPU employees demonstrate fiscal accountability and take ownership for their actions, decisions and results.
• Continuous Improvement: KPU employees take a creative approach to opportunities, exploring unique ways to create optimal value for the KPU community.
• Collaboration: KPU employees work in functional and cross-functional teams, coming together to solve complex issues and accomplish objectives that will benefit the KPU community.

Salary Information

The above compensation range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Typically, initial salary placement is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum. This represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and approximately halfway of the salary range for a job with consideration given to internal equity. Annual salary increases are available through participation in the Administrative Performance Management program.

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Application Process

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document via KPU’s Career Centre.

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.