Coordinator Ii

**Pclass #**
- F9847

**Area**
- Library Indigenous Initiatives

**Who We Are**
- We acknowledge that Vancouver Community College (_VCC_) is located on the traditional unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of this land from time immemorial._

For over 55 years, VCC has been a leader in innovative, experiential post-secondary learning. We’re one of B.C’s top employers and we are proud to inspire students to discover their passions, gain essential skills, and learn what it takes to succeed in a competitive workforce.

At VCC, we respect and celebrate our differences, and are committed to the work of decolonization, accessibility, and inclusivity for all. Be a part of creating an inclusive community that provides equitable opportunities for Indigenous and diverse representation, participation, and success for everyone.

**The posting will remain opened until position is filled**

**Position Summary**
- This position is responsible for providing leadership and coordination for projects and services related to Library Indigenous Initiatives. The Coordinator is responsible for the planning and development, oversight and direction, training and implementation of ongoing projects and services. The Coordinator is a member of the faculty librarian team and works in collaboration and cooperation with the team in the approval and implementation of project proposals/charters, policy initiatives and planning priorities.This position is a faculty position and is therefore covered by the Collective Agreement between the College and the Vancouver Community College Faculty Association.The position shall be evaluated during the incumbent’s probationary year and the incumbent ill have a Performance Appraisal conducted thereafter in accordance with procedures set under the Collective Agreement. The specific responsibilities listed below are not intended to be a complete and definitive listing. The incumbent is expected to use their discretion and initiative to deal with situations as they arise and to assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Additionally, some of the duties may be delegated to individuals within the department.

**Duties & Responsibilities**

**A.**PLANNING**AND**DEVELOPMENT**
- Leads the planning and development of projects that decolonize and Indigenize the Library.
- Advances the values and goals outlined the College’s Strategic Innovation Plan, Academic Plan, and any other planning documents.
- Plans and develops services in accordance with library and industry standards.
- Participates in ongoing review of services.
- Collaborates with the Department Head, Library Public Services to advise and assist the Director, Library and Learning Centre in departmental budgeting.
- Provides leadership in a changing library environment by advancing new information technologies and library service standards.

**B.**FACULTY**,**STAFF**AND**STUDENT**RELATIONS**
- Develops and maintains relationships with relevant Indigenous programs, services and initiatives throughout the College, as well as with relevant student, employee and community groups.
- Builds relationships and consults with stakeholders.
- Serves as a resource and support for Indigenous research methodologies and traditional knowledge.
- Serves as a resource and facilitator for Library employees providing support for Indigenous teaching and learning, and to College and Library instructors seeking to decolonize and Indigenize their Library-related instruction and assessment.
- Participates in communities of practice related to decolonizing, Indigenizing, and disrupting colonialism.

**C.**LIBRARY**PROJECT**MANAGEMENT**AND**ADMINISTRATION**
- Coordinates and provides leadership for projects and services related to the area. Collaborates with coordinators and others on shared projects.
- Communicates significant developments in projects to the faculty librarian team. When developments require a change in overall direction/prioritization in a project, brings a recommendation to the faculty librarian team for decision.
- Trains and provides direction to library staff assigned to projects and services. Communicates any concerns related to performance of duties to the library employee’s supervisor.
- Prepares, submits and monitors budget and expenditures related to projects.
- Collaborates with relevant coordinators, supervisors and staff to ensure backup and coverage during absences.
- Writes and revises job duties and responsibilities as needed.
- Oversees development and maintenance of guidelines and written procedures. Works closely with relevant coordinators, supervisors and staff to ensure workflow processes are efficient, relevant and documented.
- Promotes effective communication between all Library and Learning Centre personnel.
- Provides updates to the Library and Learning Centre Management Group as needed.

**D.**PROFESSIONAL**RESPONSIBILITIE