Post Secondary Education Coordinator

Katzie has lived and thrived in our territory for thousands of years. To this day, Katzie maintains deep connections to our lands and the rivers, sloughs, creeks, and wetlands that run like veins through the heart of our territory. With a strong and growing community of 614 members, Katzie First Nation is looking for a skilled **Post Secondary Education Coordinator (PSEC)** to ensure that post-secondary students are provided support and guidance as they navigate their educational pursuits.

Reporting directly to the Manager of Human and Social Services, this role is responsible for daily administrative operations of the Katzie First Nation Education Program, which includes providing support to the K-12 Education Assistant.

The PSEC administers Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) funding for post-secondary and supports the K-12 education (nominal role) program. In addition to student support, this role will also work with Katzie band members to help provide steps to obtaining necessary employment skills by way of referral to the appropriate skills development agencies (SASET or WorkBC) and coordinating short-term certificate training.

**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Be the knowledge expert on Katzie First Nations Post Secondary Policy standards, practices, and procedures.
- Ensure that Katzie Post Secondary Education programs adhere to Indigenous Service Canada (ISC) National program guidelines.
- Data Collection Information (DCI) & Katzie PSE general pool funding for the post-secondary program.
- Support and facilitate quarterly meetings with the Katzie Education Committee - K-12 & PSE.
- Encourage, foster, and model cooperative approaches for the well-being of the Katzie First Nation community and members.
- Provide additional support to the Education Program Assistant to ensure that the Education program supports the needs of students.
- Provide guidance and support with the annual Education Awards (K-12/PSE) and Career & Skills Development Fair.
- Respect the confidential nature of the position and ensure the program adheres to confidentiality and privacy requirements.
- Maintain and promote genuine respect for Katzie First Nation culture and protocols.

**Funding Agreements**
- Submit an annual proposal to ISC general pool funding for post-secondary students.
- Administer and monitor the PSE budget for tuition, mandatory fees, books, and student living allowance.
- Reviews and provides input into the annual nominal Roll submit ISC for each student in K-12 for school funding and submits to the HSS Manager for approval and submission to ISC.
- Refers Post-Secondary Students to the appropriate skills development agencies and coordinates short-term certificate training.
- Connects post-secondary students with Indigenous Student Liaison staff at educational facilities.

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Knowledge gained through post-secondary education in Educational Support, Career Development Planning, or related field, plus three years of relevant, progressive work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Proficient with Adobe and Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including seeking and establishing relationships, mediating, and resolving disputes.
- Ability to work and communicate with people with varying backgrounds and levels of expertise.
- Advanced written and verbal communication skills focusing on presenting complex information in plain language suitable for identified audiences.
- Experience in providing sound advice and recommendations.
- Demonstrated ability to gather, understand, and break down data.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in teams to complete tasks using sound judgment.
- Embraces and actively promotes an inclusive and equitable work environment.
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing work priorities, ensuring prioritizing and completing tasks on time.
- Demonstrated genuine respect for Katzie First Nations culture and protocols.
- Knowledge of Indigenous Culture and urban communities.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector)
- Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract
- A willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, in some cases if an event requires it.

**Application Deadline**: Until filled.

**Expected Start Date**: Immediate

**Job Type**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $22 - $30 per hour