Employment Opportunity
Language Program Resource Administrator
Aligning with the BQ philosophy, vision and mission statements this individual will be responsible for:
DESCRIPTION:
• University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills is seeking a Resource Administrator for the Language Program. The position will commence once a suitable candidate is secured and will be mentored by the LP Administrative Assistant.
The responsibilities of the Assistant will include but are not limited to:
• Assist in overseeing the practicum requirements of all concurrent BA in nêhiyawêwin and the ITEP nêhiyaw okiskinahamâkêwin
• Ensuring student files are up to date
• Assist with the Miromaa Dictionary Project (be willing to train)
• Establishing partnership and relationships with relevant agencies and supervisors;
• Organizing and facilitating practicum seminars;
• In the course of their duties, will: engage and counseling students in their learning journeys, and
• Participating in research and course development opportunities.
• Will assist in the Resource Department as needed (be willing to train)
• Any other duties as requested by the Language Program Administrative Assistant
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Must have an BA in nêhiyawêwin (completed or in progress)
• Must have extensive understanding and commitment of issues affecting Indigenous peoples; this knowledge and practice base is a priority for all candidates.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills or willingness to train
• Commitment to adult learning principles
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language is an asset but is not required.
Posted: August 1/25. Salary will depend on experience and education. Closing date is August 15/25 or until successful candidate is found.
Please submit resumes to: Sheila Poitras, Executive [email protected], University nuhelot’įne thaiyots’į nistameyimâkanak Blue Quills, Box 279, St. Paul, AB. T0A 3A0 Fax (780) 645-5215 or email [email protected]
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
