Indigenous Services Liaison: Competition #119
An Internal Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Friday, July 06, 2018
Closes: Friday, July 13, 2018
Reporting to the Department Head of Student Access and Support and utilizing a service excellence approach, the Indigenous Services Liaison plans/coordinates cultural activities and events at Selkirk College, provides programming for the Gathering Place, and provides support to Indigenous students.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in and/or develop grant proposals as required
- Plan and coordinate cultural activities and events at the College and in the Gathering Place
- Assist the Communications and Development Department with fundraising initiatives for the Gathering Place
- Act as a liaison between the Campus Manager and community groups for the purposes of booking the Gathering Place in accordance with the Gathering Place usage policy
- Work as a College liaison with community groups to coordinate and plan events, conferences, and workshops
- Develop a communication strategy for incoming students in collaboration with the SAS Department Head, Teaching and Learning Coordinator, and Registrar
- Research Indigenous internship program and other funding opportunities for student work
- Assist Indigenous Work-Study students with their assigned work
- Identify resources, programs and grants available for Indigenous learners
- Prepare and distribute the “Gathering Voices” Newsletter
- Organize and host activities for students such as Hand-Work Circles, Talking Stick, and Luncheons.
- Maintain Indigenous Students at Selkirk College Facebook page
- Research Indigenous student orientation programs from other institutions and contribute these ideas to College orientation activities
- Participate in the College-wide student orientation program "Get Connected"
- Complete other duties as assigned
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Experience with social media
- Interest in working with Indigenous students and communities
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
Education and Experience
- High School Graduation
- Completion of two (2) years of post-secondary education
- Two (2) years of relevant experience
- Candidates must be of Indigenous ancestry, participate in Indigenous networks and have extensive knowledge of Indigenous culture and issue
This is a 40% temporary position commencing immediately and ending July 31, 2019. Salary will be Pay Grade 8, $26.51 per hour in accordance with the Selkirk College PPWC Collective Agreement.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to email their chronological resume (along with cover letter, work references and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date to . The personal information provided by applicants is collected pursuant to Sections 26 and 27 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). The required personal information is collected for the purposes of supporting and evaluating your application for employment with Selkirk College and for aggregate statistical purposes. The personal information will be used, retained and only disclosed by Selkirk in accordance with FIPPA. The information is related directly to and needed by Selkirk to initiate the employment application process. The information will be used to contact references supplied by you, evaluate your qualifications, and complete the employment process by making a hiring decision.
Selkirk College is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to reach their full potential and where each member of the college community shares a responsibility for developing and maintaining a healthy work environment in which differences are valued. The college welcomes applications from persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and Aboriginal people. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
All résumés must be submitted via email.
This posting closes on Friday, July 13, 2018.