Indigenous Student Navigator

2 months ago


Cranbrook, Canada College of the Rockies Full time

College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our College community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.

Indigenous Student Navigator/Event & Elder Coordinator

Regular, Full-time

Duties: Reporting to the Executive Director of Indigenous Strategy and Reconciliation and receiving direction from the Indigenous Education team the Navigator will assist in the development of a recruitment strategy and deliver services and supports for Indigenous students. The Navigator will also examine how services and supports for Indigenous learners can be enhanced in conjunction with other colleagues and departments. The Navigator will work closely with the Ktunaxa Nation and Indigenous communities and organizations regarding culturally appropriate practices and protocols. One of the Navigator's main roles is to coordinate cultural activities and events for Indigenous students and the entire College community. The Indigenous Student Navigator also provides administrative and clerical support to the Indigenous Education team.

Qualifications: University Studies Certificate in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, Human Service Worker or equivalent; Indigenous Studies Preferred. Further study may be required of an incumbent to meet the desired education requirements. The selected candidate must have a minimum two years of related experience working with indigenous students, communities, and organizations.

A strong understanding and knowledge of Ktunaxa culture is expected with first-hand knowledge of local Indigenous communities and organizations. Additionally, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills, event planning and organization experience, focused on a high level of service and business delivery, excellent knowledge of MS Office, and valid Class 5 driver's license.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified persons who self-identify as Indigenous. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self-identify in their cover letter.

Please see the Full Job Description in the link below.

Successful candidates may be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Salary: CUPE Pay Level 5 with a starting wage of $48,994.40 per year as per CUPE Collective Agreement. The College also offers a comprehensive range of benefits including defined pension, generous vacation entitlements, health, and dental plan, and more.

Closing Date: August 1, 2024

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the College is currently reviewing applications as they are received, and this position will remain posted until a candidate is chosen. Should review of your application result in a decision to further explore your interest and qualifications, you will be contacted at that time.

Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible

Interested persons should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" Ensure you press "upload" after you add each document.

Please quote Competition #24-CU-19

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.





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