Experiential Learning & Laboratory Facilitator – Veterinary Technology

Position Information

Location: Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range: $60,006 to $68,588 annually. Salary scale and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

In addition to performing the duties of the Laboratory Facilitator - Veterinary Technology, you champion supporting the process of facilitating practicum, clinical placement, experiential learning and/or other Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities for students in the Department of Veterinary Technology. You embody exceptional leadership qualities by overseeing operational management duties in order to recruit, assess, secure and place students in community sites. You also ensure you take pride in client-centered service with community members, faculty coordinators, faculty, students and other external stakeholder groups.

WHO WE ARE

Do what you love. Be good at it. That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC's Top Employers. We love what we do. And we're looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada's best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, 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.

• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development funding
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

WHAT IT TAKES

• A Diploma in Animal Health/Veterinary Technology from a CVMA/AVMA accredited Animal Health/Veterinary Technology Program combined with a passing grade on the Veterinarian Technician's National Examination (VTNE) and ongoing membership in the British Columbia Veterinary Technologists Association.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital facility.
• Previous experience working as an experiential learning facilitator, and/or prior experience collaborating with local (BC) veterinary industry partners to facilitate training, would be an asset.
• Good working knowledge of the English language (written and verbal).
• Demonstrated organizational skills, proven ability to plan and schedule work flow; ability to work in an ever-changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under minimum direct supervision, as well as establish priorities and achieve deadlines.

Additional Information

This temporary, full-time (35 hours per week) position is available starting June 1, 2025 to May 31, 2026. Regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm. Shift days and times may change depending on the Department's need. Occasional evening and/or weekend work may be required. The position is located at the Coquitlam campus; however, successful candidates must be available for occasional work at the New Westminster campus and off-site locations.

Posting Number: 02507SA

Position Title: Experiential Learning & Laboratory Facilitator - Veterinary Technology

Anticipated Start Date: 06/01/2025

End Date: 05/31/2026

Needs a Criminal Records Check: No

How To Apply

Open Date: 04/07/2025

Close Date: 04/11/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Minimum Number of References: N/A

Equity Statement

Douglas College is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable learning and working environment. In support of this journey, we welcome all people to apply, including people from groups that are experiencing inequity, including, but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, racialized or persons of colour, persons with mental or physical disabilities, persons who identify as women, and/or persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and persons of all faith identities, age, marital status, and parental status.

Important Note: Qualified internal applicants must apply by April 11, 2025 to be given first consideration. Please note that successful candidates will be required to provide a copy of their educational credentials and/or transcripts as part of the onboarding process.