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.

We welcome applications interested in joining the Indigenous Education and Community Engagement department at VCC, who are ready to embark on a journey of growth, impact, and collaboration focused on advancing:

• Indigenous student services that promote inclusive, culturally appropriate educational pathways,
• Initiatives aimed at advancing educational reconciliation, Indigenization, and decolonization,
• Reciprocal and respectful partnerships with Indigenous communities, organizations, and knowledge holders.

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.”

This role may include fortnight which allows employees to work 7-3/4 hours each regularly scheduled workday allowing for an additional day off every 2-week period.
 

After successfully completing the probationary period, this role may be subject to a hybrid work arrangement based on Department needs.

Here are some of the great work that has been done in the College

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TgzJBBJezs – Angel Bates
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wiralGkNwM&t=1s – First Nations Ground Blessing

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provides academic, financial and cultural support services to Indigenous students that include pre-admission/admission planning and support, education and career planning and transition assistance.
2. Advises, supports and informs Indigenous students on a wide range of courses, programs, admission information and appropriate support services. Assists in the development of realistic, complete and appropriate educational plans that meet the students’ educational and career goals.
3. Represents and promotes the College through liaisons with First Nation’s communities and organizations and participation in community events.
4. Supports proactive planning and development of students for retention/completion.
5. Maintains good communications and effective working relationships with all stakeholders and acts as a liaison between students and band/tribal/community agencies, College programs and other services.
6. Supervises and trains staff. Plans, schedules, allocates and prioritizes workload to meet operating requirements and monitors and evaluates performance ensuring requirements are met.
7. Assists students who have learning challenges by coordinating appropriate support.
8. Organizes and participates in community-based marketing on behalf of the College. Provides informational workshops on skills training specific to Indigenous learner needs.
9. Maintains records of duties and activities for learners and provides regular reports with the goal of continuous improvement of student-centered services.
10. Organizes cultural workshops with the College and Consortium Elders.
11. Plans, develops and implements Community needs-based programs.
12. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Experience and understanding of Indigenous culture, issues, social structure and knowledge of local Indigenous communities.
• Bachelor’s degree, and over 3 years’ related experience working collaboratively with a variety of Indigenous and non-Indigenous groups and organizations or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience may be substituted for the required qualifications.

Skills and Abilities

• Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and other key stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment and to handle potentially delicate situations with tact and diplomacy.
• In-depth understanding of Indigenous culture, issues and social structure and knowledge of local Indigenous organizations.
• Knowledge of College’s educational offerings, admissions criteria, sponsorship and other forms of assistance available to Indigenous students.
• Knowledge of and the ability to practice a learner/community/service centered approach.
• Ability to supervise, train and motivate staff effectively and to promote a positive and respectful work environment.
• Strong conflict resolution, mediation, and negotiation skills.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with MS Word and Excel.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of interviewing techniques and procedures.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be willing to work at both the Downtown and Broadway campuses or off campus to attend events.