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Job Type: Temporary (For Future Vacancies) 

Full-time/Part-time: Varying 

Campus: Milton (If you are also interested in opportunities at another campus please apply directly to that posting) 

Application Deadline: 05/31/2026 

Requisition ID: 10845 

Wilfrid Laurier University is a leading multi-campus university that excels at educating with purpose. Through its exceptional employees, students, researchers, leaders, and educators, Laurier has built a reputation as a world-class institution known for its rich student experience, academic excellence, and global impact. With a commitment to Indigenization and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, Laurier's thriving community has a place for everyone.

Laurier has more than 21,000 students and 2,100 faculty and staff across campuses in Waterloo and Brantford, as well locations in Kitchener and Milton. The university is committed to providing an inclusive workplace, a flexible work policy and employing a workforce that is reflective of local and national demographics. Laurier's Waterloo, Kitchener, and Brantford campuses are located on the shared traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishnaabe, and Haudenosaunee peoples. This land is part of the Dish with One Spoon Treaty between the Haudenosaunee and Anishnaabe peoples and symbolizes the agreement to share, protect our resources, and not to engage in conflict. Laurier's Milton campus is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit, and part of the Nanfan Treaty of 1701 between the British Crown and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy.

The temporary pool at Laurier is a great way to explore new areas, use and build on your experience, and get to know the university and its people. Laurier is recruiting talented individuals who can bring diverse perspectives, skills and lived experiences to the Laurier Community. Temporary assignments in the university are needed during periods of temporary rush, for special assignments, or when replacements are needed for absent employees. Temporary assignments are for a maximum of 70 working days. The assignments could be located at the Milton campus. Please note that if selected for the temporary pool, work assignments are not guaranteed on an on-going basis.

• Administration

• Business Development

• Communications

• Data Entry/Analysis

• Financial Administration

• Human Resources

• Information Technology Services

• Office Management

• Project Coordination

• Customer Service

• Retail Operations

• Demonstrates strong organizational skills including the ability to multitask, prioritize and strong attention to detail

• Works effectively with others for the team and organizational success

• Demonstrate a positive attitude, working as an inclusive and accepting team member to promote a healthy work environment

• Actively listen and understands others/new perspectives

• Works effectively independently and in diverse team environments requiring collaboration and communication

• Takes initiative and pride in the work they perform, learns from setbacks and is willing to try again when faced with obstacles

• Open-minded to change

• Willing to advance professional skills, demonstrating a dedication to learning

There is a range of temporary opportunities that may include full-time and/or part-time assignments up to 35 hours a week.  The range of hours can vary, depending on the assignment. 

Rate of Pay: $18.30 - $23.34 per hour

Wilfrid Laurier University endeavors to fill positions with qualified candidates who have a combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position while demonstrating Laurier's Employee Success Factors.

Equity, diversity and creating a culture of inclusion are part of Laurier's core values and central to the Laurier Strategy. Laurier is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty and staff and welcomes applications from candidates who identify as Indigenous, racialized, having disabilities, and from persons of any minority sexual and gender identities. Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact the Office of Indigenous Initiatives. Candidates from other equity deserving groups who would like to learn more about equity and inclusive programing at Laurier are welcomed to contact Equity & Accessibility. We have strived to make our application process accessible, however if you require any assistance applying for a position or would like this job posting in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources. Contact information can be found at careers.wlu.ca/content/How-to-apply/

Should you be interested in learning more about this opportunity, please visit www.wlu.ca/careers for additional information and the online application system. All applications must be submitted online. Please note, a resume and cover letter will be required in electronic form.

Please note, when pre-screening questions are used as part of the application process, AI is utilized to score responses. All other aspects of the hiring process are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team.