Northern College is seeking an Indigenous Student Advisor in our Advising department. The successful candidate will have knowledge about Indigenous culture. In addition, they will possess problem solving, negotiation, teamwork, excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced office environment.
At Northern College, we’re committed to the ongoing success and development of everyone who passes through our learning spaces, whether they be our students, employees or community members. We believe in investing in those who invest in us, constantly working to build a collaborative and friendly working environment while offering top tier benefits and generous pension packages to our eligible full-time employees with purposeful, rewarding work, supportive supervisors and positive, engaged work teams.
Reporting to the Moosonee Campus Manager, the incumbent provides academic, career, personal advising as well as referral services to prospective, current and transferring Indigenous students as needed.
What you will be doing:
* Develop and implement strategies specific to the Indigenous student population as well as strategies that promote an understanding of Indigenous culture and interests to the staff and students of Northern College in general;
* Provide support services as well as social and academic advice to Indigenous students on campus and at First Nations community-based program sites;
* Participate in the recruitment of Indigenous students, organization of events and promotion of Northern College programs and service to the First Nations community.
What you will need to be considered:
* 2-year Community College diploma, or related/equivalent;
* 4 years of practical experience.
The incumbent may be required to provide a criminal reference check.
As part of Northern College’s action on reconciliation, the College recognizes its responsibility to make a difference through increasing the number of Indigenous employees who work in the academic field. We encourage applicants who identify as Indigenous to apply.
Northern College is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. To request reasonable accommodation at any time during the selection process, please contact the Human Resource Services department. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Northern College values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Northern College, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
To apply, submit your covering letter and resume online at www.northerncollege.ca/careers/
CLASSIFICATION: Part Time Support Staff
STATUS: Regular Part Time
CAMPUS: Moosonee
STARTING SALARY: $ 35.14
HOURS OF WORK: 0-24 hrs/wk
START DATE: Immediately
CLOSING DATE: April 17th, 2025
COMPETITION#: 25-11
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