Jobs in Burnaby, BC and nearby

Jobs within 25 km of Burnaby, BC, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

22,922 listings · 3,714 employers Counted Oct 4, 2026. How we count

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Employers hiring include Vancouver Coastal Health (845 listings), Fraser Health (677 listings), Provincial Health Services Authority (402 listings).

Common roles: Registered nurse, Retail sales associate, Software engineer.

4,396 of these listings include employer-provided pay. Open a job to see its currency and pay period.

Advertised starting pay
Pay period	Median starting pay	Listings
CAD / hour	32.06	2,012
CAD / year	81,531.00	1,850
CAD / month	6,143.67	172
USD / hour	18.75	165
USD / year	91,200.00	85

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Workplace classifications: 0% remote, 20% hybrid, 80% on-site, 0% not specified. Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad.

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Retail Associate, SEAS - Nike McArthurglen
Nike
Vancouver, BC
- Part-time
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Senior Civil Engineer
GHD Group Pty Ltd
Vancouver, BC
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Transit Architect
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Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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QA Tester
Smoking Gun Interactive
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Senior QA Tester
Smoking Gun Interactive
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Executive Support - Senior Executive Assistant/Executive Assistant
Aritzia
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
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Vancouver, BC
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Vancouver, BC
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Quantitative Equity Analyst
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Vancouver, BC
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Infrastructure Software Engineer
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Vancouver, BC
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Warehouse Supervisor
CONA Services
Richmond, BC
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Product and Service Sales Manager
Finning
Surrey, BC
- Full-time
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Technical Staff Engineer-Applications
Microchip Technology Inc.
Burnaby, BC
- Full-time
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Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $41.42 to $55.91 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, BC
- $41.42 to $55.91 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $41.42 to $55.91 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Program Assistant - Adult Day Centre
Vancouver Coastal Health
North Vancouver, BC
- $26.42 to $28.25 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $41.42 to $55.91 CAD / hour
- Other
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Coordinator (RN/RPN) - Resident Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $49.2 to $63.47 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Lifeguard
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Registered Nurse/Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RN/RPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $41.42 to $55.91 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long Term Care
Vancouver Coastal Health
Vancouver, BC
- $32.84 to $41.35 CAD / hour
- Temporary
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Community Living Counsellor - Staffed Homes
Community Living Society
Surrey, BC
- Part-time

Provincial Health Services Authority

Program Assistant, Program/Department Std

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 2, 2026

Original job description

Job Summary

In accordance with the Mission, Vision and Values, and strategic directions of PHSA, safety, including both patient and employee safety, is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at PHSA. As such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

The Program Assistant reports to a Director and serves as a vital linkage and communication source to keep the program/department informed and aligned to its priorities. The position is accountable for providing confidential administrative and secretarial support for a program/department, following administrative policies and procedures and organizes the day-to-day administrative operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery of administrative services. Coordinates the flow of information, maintains the integrity and confidentiality of all information which flows through, communicates internally and externally to respond to inquires and clarify details, coordinates appointments and meetings, attends and records management meetings, arranges travel and accommodation, coordinates meeting logistics, submits HR and Finance information, and maintains office equipment and supplies. Designs, creates and maintains correspondence, documents, presentations, orientation packages, and spreadsheets (including data entry) for authorization by the management team; processes confidential and sensitive documents. The Program Assistant supports leadership in setting a positive, collaborative, efficient tone for the program/department.

Duties/Accountabilities

Responds to verbal and written communication and liaises internally and externally to respond to, share information, clarify details, and ensure follow-up by relevant personnel on emergent issues. Discusses inquiries for information with a variety of internal and external contacts in order to obtain and disclose information. Effectively triages visitors, telephone calls, correspondence and incoming materials by screening and prioritizing for immediate attention, distributing as appropriate, taking and relaying messages, and directing visitors.
Prepares and updates various documents such as reports, correspondence, presentation materials, spreadsheets, and website materials in an accurate and timely manner including material that is confidential or sensitive in nature. Utilizes a variety of software applications to ensure professional standards are maintained, relevant and current data is used and end product is appropriately and professionally formatted. Enters and collects data, and compiles relevant statistical information and reports.
Maintains a consistently updated and accurate meeting schedule for the program/department as required. Coordinates meetings ensuring well-defined and timely agendas, identification of and notification to interested parties, compilation of background information and supporting materials and preparation of packages/summary documents and meeting facilitation. Coordinates administrative meeting logistics and makes catering, travel and accommodation arrangements. Attends and acts as a recorder for confidential meetings such as management meetings and follows-up on action items and in-services as required.
Authorizes expense reimbursements and invoices up to a pre-determined limit, and utilizes an expenditure tracking system to ensure expenditures and invoices are authorized and processed in a timely and accurate manner. Completes purchase requisitions/online purchasing and forwards for processing, and ensures invoices are authorized for payment and submitted for payment. . Ensures appropriate supplies and support materials are available and equipment is in working order. Coordinates and standardizes the implementation of technology (new and existing) within the program.
Completes and submits eForms for designated Leaders; processes timekeeping for assigned staff; and liaises with Finance, Payroll and Human Resources as necessary.
Initiates follow-up processes with staff and others. Resolves day-to-day problems as required, evaluates operating procedures, and advises management as necessary. Provides assistance on projects by collecting data requiring the evaluation and determination of available sources. Actively participates in team meetings and provides input to new policies, processes, quality improvement activities, and the development of strategies.

Qualifications

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to Grade 12 plus graduation from a formal secretarial program plus three (3) years recent related experience.

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively, resolve administrative issues/problems, prioritize workload, and to be flexible to meet and adapt to changes in organizational priorities. Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office applications, including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, at an intermediate level. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload and work under time pressures to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, including the ability to respond professionally, courteously, and in a clear manner. Demonstrated interpersonal and time management skills. Demonstrated ability to record and transcribe minutes of meetings. Ability to type 60 words per minute.

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Responsibilities

Provides confidential administrative and secretarial support to program leadership, coordinating communications, schedules, meetings, documents, travel, purchasing, and office resources. Supports HR and finance processes, tracks follow-up actions and expenditures, assists with projects and data reporting, and contributes to operational improvements.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12, graduation from a formal secretarial program, and three years of recent related experience. Candidates must demonstrate intermediate Microsoft Office skills, strong organization and communication, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, meeting minute-taking ability, and typing speed of 60 words per minute.

Skills

Administrative Support
Secretarial Support
Communication
Meeting Coordination
Minute Taking
Document Preparation
Data Entry
Microsoft Office
Spreadsheet Software
Presentation Software
Time Management
Workload Prioritization
Confidentiality
Expense Tracking
Travel Coordination
Problem Solving

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Keywords

Program Administration
Confidential Administrative Support
Secretarial Program
Microsoft Office
Word Processing
Spreadsheets
Presentation Software
Data Entry
Statistical Reporting
Meeting Coordination
Agenda Preparation
Minute Taking
Document Preparation
Correspondence
Confidential Records
Expense Reimbursements
Invoice Processing
Purchase Requisitions
Expenditure Tracking
Timekeeping
Human Resources
Payroll
Finance
Travel Arrangements
Office Equipment
Quality Improvement
Project Support
Information Triage
Typing

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