Job description
Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Nation of the Coast Salish Peoples. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses are located on the territories of the LíỈwat, xʷməθkʷəỷəm (Musqueam), shíshálh (Sechelt), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and SəỈílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
At CapU we are committed to supporting a campus community that is both diverse and inclusive. We believe that diversity within our workforce is essential in creating both an exceptional student, and employee experience. As part of this ongoing commitment, we strive to ensure that our recruitment campaigns are proudly reflective of the community we serve.
We actively seek applications from Indigenous peoples, the 2SLGBTQ+ community, persons with disabilities as well as members of groups that experience discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, place of origin, ancestry, and religion as we acknowledge the value each individual brings to the CapU community through their lived experiences.
To help us focus our efforts, we ask all applicants, should they wish, to complete a short anonymous questionnaire. The questionnaire results are not connected to you or your application, and do not form part of the selection process. Simply, the goal of collecting this anonymous data is to better understand our organizational reach, while continuously aiming to improve the diversity of our applicant pool All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Should you require accommodations during the hiring process please reach out to Jeremy Orsted, Manager, Talent Acquisition at jeremyorsted@capilanou.ca. Competition Number: JR100094 Position Title: CapU Rec Social Media Assistant Employment Group: Student Employee Position Status: Casual (Fixed Term) Part time Position Start Date: September 1, 2026 Position End Date: April 30, 2027 Department: Athletics and Recreation Location: North Vancouver Job Description Summary: The Cap.
Urec Student Social Media Assistant will assist with all Cap. Urec social media promotional posts, Cap. Urec posters and any other promotional material. Job Description: Key Responsibilities Assist in program promotions Help facilitate focus groups, feedback forums, and program evaluation Meet with the Campus Recreation Programmer on a regular basis Provide input for improvement and changes to recreation programs Help organize recreation events and recreation programs Additional Details: Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for student employment, a student must be in good academic standing with the University.
Good standing is defined as having a GPA of 2.0 and no current notations regarding academic standing, student conduct or outstanding fees per policy S2003-003 Academic Standing, a copy of which can be found on the University's website. Domestic students must be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of two or more (6 credits) courses at Capilano University throughout the work term; international students must: during the fall and winter semesters, be enrolled in, and maintain, a minimum of 9 credits at Capilano University throughout the work term; have a valid Study Permit.
Student employees are not required to be enrolled in courses during the summer term to maintain eligibility for employment; however, they must have been enrolled in a minimum of six credits during the preceding spring term. Furthermore, international students must abide by the terms of their work or study visas. Students who complete their studies in the spring or summer terms may have their appointments extended until August 31 of the same year; students who complete their studies in the fall term may have their appointments extended until December 31 of the same year.
Please be sure to include the following: Your student ID number, and confirm that you meet the student employee eligibility requirements outlined in the posting. Please provide the answer to the following question: Are you currently employed at Capilano University as a student employee in another role? Posting Detail Information: Hours of Work Per Week: 35 Pay Group: SS006 Union: MoveUP Job Open Date: July 06, 2026 Job Close Date: August 24, 2026