UBC Hiring Solutions Opportunities

"At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.​​​​​​"​

UBC Hiring Solutions is part of Human Resources at the University of British Columbia.

UBC Hiring Solutions is responsible for providing the campus community with a qualified talent pool to meet their temporary employment needs. We manage the temporary staffing needs of various departments on the Point Grey campus as well as Robson Square (downtown) and the UBC units at Vancouver Hospital and Children’s hospital.

At UBC Hiring Solutions, each assignment will differ in the work performed according to classification. We have determined the core competencies needed to perform various roles in a way that best supports the goals of the University.

The basic skills requirements are:

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook,)
• Ability to type at least 40 nwpm
• Internet access and usage experience
• Standard office equipment (e.g., photocopiers, calculators)

Applicants chosen for a face to face interview will be tested onsite using a software and typing simulation program to confirm knowledge and skill level.

In addition to the above, other skills that can be an asset are:

• Finance
• Scheduling
• Web design software
• Databases
• Editing

To help you understand a bit more about what we are looking for, please read the following standards that our employees are expected to adhere to:

• Adaptability to various office environments – conform to the established standards of conduct in each department.
• Provide respectful, tactful, fair and efficient service to a culturally diverse group of clients including students, faculty, staff, colleagues, affiliates, suppliers and campus visitors.
• Communicate (orally and written) effectively.
• Exercise good judgment.
• Work co-operatively within a departmental team
• Work well under pressure.
• Maintain and upgrade skills.

Employment Equity

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.  An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.  We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you are interested in working for UBC Hiring Solutions please see the list of positions we have available below:

Thank you for your interest in joining UBC; we hope you stay well and healthy and look forward to connecting with you.