Assistant, Professional Development

Job Summary

The Assistant Professional Development is the primary support to the Joint Professional Development Committee (JPDC) and is responsible for the administration of in-service professional development staff educational leave included Tuition Assistance and the Training and Development Allowance.

The Assistant also coordinates logistics for all Learning and Development Workshops both virtual and in person.

Qualifications

• Diploma in human resources is required. Completion of an HR designation (CPHR) is preferred.
• Two (2) years related experience.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues identify options and exercise sound judgment to make effective timely decisions balancing policy requirements stakeholder needs and operational constraints.
• Demonstrated experience with meeting coordination including agendas minutes and action item tracking.
• Advanced proficiency in managing information related to professional development funds. Experience working with Adele is preferred.
• Experience working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Experience with ERP Banner and FAST systems are preferred.
• Experience with digital engagement and web development platforms. Experience with Terminal 4 is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience adjudicating expense claims. Using Emburse for expense management is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong word processing skills.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proven administrative support experience especially supporting committees.
• Strong written interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and to provide service to employees in a professional respectful positive and courteous manner.
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to work independently with frequent interruptions.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter by the application deadline.

About UFV

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the traditional territory of the Halqeméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in Stó:lo Tém:éxw (Stó:lo Land; Stó:lo World). In all that we do UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and Integrated Strategic Plan: IYAQAWTXW which means House of Transformation. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization recognizing our responsibilities to community and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty staff and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has campus locations in Abbotsford Chilliwack Mission and Hope in the beautiful British Columbia and in Chandigarh India. Recognized as one of BCs top employers UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1400 passionate professionals who value integrity inclusivity and excellence. At UFV you will serve a vibrant community and shape the future of 15000 students.

Indigenization equity and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples members of groups that experience discrimination due to race colour place of origin ancestry and/or religion persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.