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Simon Fraser University

Writing Contest Program Assistant

Burnaby, BC, Canada

Pay: Local 3338 Pay range: $26.99 hourly plus 14% in lieu of benefits SFU Department Descr: Library -Student Learning Commons Position Grade: 5 # of openings: 1 Biweekly Hours: 5 Who We Are
Job type: Part-time
Apply by: Oct 30, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

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Union/Affiliation: C.U.P.E. Local 3338
Pay range: $26.99 hourly plus 14% in lieu of benefits
SFU Department Descr: Library -Student Learning Commons
Position Grade: 5
# of openings: 1
Biweekly Hours: 5
Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Aligned with SFU's goal to create an exceptional student learning experience, the Student Learning Commons (SLC) delivers services to SFU students in the areas of academic writing, learning and study strategies, and English as an Additional Language. SLC services include consultations, workshops, conversation groups, and learning resources. Our team works together collaboratively to deliver these services through our shared values of care, inclusion, and agency.
About The Role

To elevate and celebrate undergraduate student writing at SFU, the Student Learning Commons hosts an annual interdisciplinary Writing Contest. The Writing Contest Program Assistant plays a key administrative role in the contest, by processing students’ submissions; coordinating the contest pre-screening and judging processes; and assisting in planning the writing contest closing reception (March 2027).

Qualifications

High school graduation and general courses or training of moderate duration (one semester/equivalent) in word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications and office procedures and practices. Current enrollment in graduate program at SFU.

An equivalent combination of formal education, certificate/program of study ad experience is acceptable.

Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to work independently and to meet deadlines.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive material with discretion.
Good oral and written communications skills.
55 wpm keyboarding skills with a high degree of accuracy.
Ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet, database, internet and electronic applications (e.g., Word, Excel, FileMaker, SFU Connect) at an intermediate level.
Ability to use an online publication platform (e.g., Open Journal System) at an intermediate level.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 3338):

An additional 14% pay in lieu of benefits
Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is April 30, 2027.

Priority will be given to qualified registered SFU students who must submit a Fall 2026 class schedule with their application. This is a part-time position working 5 hours biweekly. Days/hours of work are mostly flexible; some required weekend work and meetings during regular hours; rare evenings. There is 1 position available.

Please include your cover letter, resume and class schedule in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to facilitating accessibility within our application and interview processes. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact people_strategies@sfu.ca.

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Responsibilities

Process student submissions for SFU’s annual interdisciplinary Writing Contest and coordinate its pre-screening and judging processes. Assist with planning the contest closing reception scheduled for March 2027.

Requirements

Applicants need high school graduation and training in word processing, database and spreadsheet applications, and office procedures; current enrollment in an SFU graduate program is also specified. They must be organized, able to work independently and meet deadlines, handle sensitive material discreetly, communicate well, type accurately at 55 words per minute, and use relevant office software and an online publication platform at an intermediate level.

Skills

Administrative Coordination
Submission Processing
Pre-Screening Coordination
Judging Process Coordination
Event Planning
Organization And Prioritization
Independent Work
Deadline Management
Confidentiality And Discretion
Oral Communication
Written Communication
Accurate Keyboarding
Word Processing
Spreadsheet Applications
Database Applications
Online Publication Platforms

Benefits

14% Pay In Lieu Of Benefits
Hybrid-Work Program For Eligible Positions

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Keywords

Student Learning Commons
Writing Contest
Undergraduate Student Writing
Submission Processing
Pre-Screening
Judging
Closing Reception
Administrative Support
Office Procedures
Word Processing
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Spreadsheets
Databases
FileMaker
SFU Connect
Internet Applications
Electronic Applications
Open Journal System
Online Publication Platform
Confidential Material
55 Wpm Keyboarding
Academic Writing
Higher Education

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