Indigenous Access and Support Assistant : Competition #193
An Internal/External Posting in the PPWC Employee Group.
Castlegar
Posted:
Friday, September 27, 2019
Closes: Friday, October 04, 2019
Reporting to the SAS Department Head and utilizing a service excellence approach, this position provides support and services to current and prospective Indigenous students who are requiring information and connection with the College community. This position supports the Indigenous Services Liaison with programming and activities including cultural gatherings, the Gathering Place facilities and the Elders Program.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and delivers cultural activities and wellness programming services including:
- co-planning, implementing and coordinating related activities for students, staff and the community
- engaging with the Healthy Campus online community and other similar organizations for the purpose of bringing resources and ideas to Selkirk student life initiatives
- contributing to the promotion of all related activities
- coordinating the Elders program including: scheduling and assisting with hosting guests and Elders for cultural activities; organizing logistics; completing the associated administrative duties; and ensuring the Elders are comfortable while supporting the students and programs
- producing marketing materials as needed for events through the online marketing requests system
Performs Gathering Place facility services including:
- Setting up, taking down and cleaning up after craft activities and gatherings as required.
- providing guidance to facilities users according to College and department policies and regulations
- scheduling Gathering Place facility usage and providing usage policy and cultural protocols for internal and external groups using the space
- problem-solving issues that arise from time to time related to assigned duties and/or the Gathering Place facility
Provides student life services including:
- contributing to the Student Experience Team and executing related activities and initiatives
- assisting with the facilitation of cultural events
- assisting with the development and facilitation of student leadership initiatives
- engaging with Indigenous students and referring them to services both within and outside the college
- fulfilling assigned roles for Get Connected
Supports the Indigenous Services Liaison by:
- Assisting the Communications and Development Department with fundraising initiatives for the Gathering Place
- Researching Indigenous internship program and other funding opportunities for student work
- Assisting Indigenous Work-Study students with their assigned work
- Organizing and hosting activities for students such as Hand-Work Circles, Talking Stick, and luncheons.
- Maintaining Indigenous Students at Selkirk College Facebook page
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Sound knowledge of Indigenous culture
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to manage and be responsive to high volumes of email communications
- Physical ability to perform job duties
- Excellent customer service and organizational skills
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
- Able to work comfortably and effectively with other College systems and applications including online help tickets and room booking
Education and Experience
- Completion of a two-year post-secondary program in Human Services (or related two- year credential).
- Minimum one year related experience
- Connections/networks within the Indigenous Community
- Valid Class 4 drivers’ licence
*Preference will be given to candidates of Indigenous Ancestry
This is a temporary, full-time position commencing as soon as possible and ending March 2020. Salary will be Pay Grade 7, $25.95 per hour in accordance with the 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, October 04, 2019.