First Nations Access Coordinator (Term half time)

Coast Mountain College (CMTN), Terrace campus, invites applications for a term First Nations Access Coordinator. The appointment will commence November 25, 2024, and end April 30, 2026.  Regular scheduled weekly hours of 17.50 Monday – Friday afternoons with flexibility required to accommodate evening events/activities as they occur. Salary will be in accordance with the BCGEU Support Staff Level 11 ($35.32 per hour).

Reporting to Indigenous Relations, this position will:

• Provide support, information, and assistance to Indigenous students; assist students with funding, orientation, and transition to college programs
• Support the culturally inclusive environment at CMTN and create and organize cultural activities on campus
• Liaise with schools, local Indigenous organizations and communities, high schools, and at inter-agency meetings
• Participate in general student recruitment and support services
• Other related duties of similar scope and complexity as assigned

Successful completion of a post-secondary degree program is required. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Required skills, abilities, and knowledge includes:

• In-depth understanding of the history, cultural values, traditions, and protocols of Northwest Coast Indigenous peoples
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with First Nations Cultural activities relevant to the six First Nations in our service region
• Knowledge and understanding of the barriers Indigenous students face in accessing and succeeding in post-secondary education
• Knowledge and enthusiasm for the best practices in equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Demonstrated ability to support others in achieving a common goal demonstrating well developed conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of various funding opportunities for Indigenous students
• The ability to serve as an appropriate role model for students

To apply please send a cover letter quoting competition #24.147B and an up-to-date resume. The cover letter must include your knowledge and practice of culture, and an in-depth description of your cultural experiences within our service region.

Coast Mountain College, Human Resources, Email: apply@coastmountaincollege.ca

NOTE: Only complete applications (with a cover letter and resume included) received to the above noted email address will be considered.

CMTN provides quality learning experiences that help prepare our students for successful, positive futures.  We celebrate the diversity of our northern and Indigenous populations and reflect this diversity in our programs, services and workforce. In accordance with CMTN’s strategic plan, we encourage applications from Indigenous individuals.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  

• Indigenization

• Terrace