About Bow Valley College

Bow Valley College is Calgarys college with local impact and global reach, serving more than 15,000 students. We launch our studentsby preparing them for in-demand jobs through high-quality, future-oriented education. We advance our graduates into careers in healthcare, technology, business, entertainment arts, social services, and more, contributing to our economy and community. We evolve our students through work-integrated learning, upskilling, and reskilling.

Proud to be named one of Canadas Top 50 research colleges, our applied research focuses on health and educational technology, and social innovation. Home to the Digital Entertainment Nexus, Calgarys first esports arena, and the Bears varsity team, Bow Valley College is celebrating 60 years of student success. Learn more about the opportunities we create at bowvalleycollege.ca.

Position Summary

Bow Valley College is committed to fostering inclusive, supportive, and culturally respectful learning environments. We are currently seeking an Indigenous Learner Success Advisor to join our Student Services team. This vital position plays a central role in advancing Indigenous learner success by serving as the first point of contact for students seeking culturally grounded support services.

In this learner-centered role, the Indigenous Learner Success Advisor holistically supports at-risk Indigenous learners as they navigate barriers to access, retention, and graduation. Through strengths-based and trauma-informed practices, the Advisor connects learners to internal and external resources, while adapting individualized Learner Success Plans that address academic, social, and cultural needs. The Advisor also leads proactive outreach efforts to ensure Indigenous students are consistently engaged and supported throughout their academic journey.

This position is responsible for developing and maintaining a culturally respectful intake and support process. The Advisor conducts one-on-one and group meetings to address barriers to student success, coordinates safety and wellness supports, and triages students to appropriate services such as counselling, financial aid, and academic support. Additionally, the Advisor creates and monitors engagement programs, events, and data-driven interventions to enhance retention and overall student experience.

The Indigenous Learner Success Advisor fosters strong collaborative relationships across the College and with community organizations, Indigenous-serving agencies, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers. They ensure learners have access to traditional teachings, medicines, ceremonies, and cultural programming, and they play a key role in stewarding respectful use of traditional medicines. The Advisor also contributes to ongoing program planning, event coordination, reporting, and the continuous improvement of services based on student feedback and emerging trends.

This role requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a deep understanding of Indigenous student experiences in post-secondary education. The successful candidate will act as a key advocate and expert in Indigenous student support, participating in cross-departmental initiatives, delivering presentations, facilitating workshops, and raising awareness of Student Services programming through a variety of communication channels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelors degree and a minimum of three years of experience in a related field.
• Demonstrated active ties to an Indigenous community or Indigenous-serving networks.
• Experience working with Indigenous populations in an educational or support capacity.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, OneDrive, Forms, etc.).
• Strong writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• A combination of directly related education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in student advising, coaching, motivational interviewing, or barrier assessment.
• Training in anti-racism, suicide prevention, trauma-informed practice.
• Experience with event planning, project management, and platforms such as Mailchimp.
• A background in social work, community services, or social justice is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Indigenous learner barriers and culturally grounded supports in post-secondary contexts.
• Experience working with adult learners and demonstrated ability to connect them to relevant services and opportunities.

If you are passionate about empowering Indigenous learners and contributing to a culturally grounded and inclusive learning community, we invite you to apply for this impactful opportunity at Bow Valley College.

If your education was received internationally we will require you provide an international education assessment through IQAS, WES, or one of the other nationally designated organizations upon hire.

Closing Date: July 18, 2025

This opening is a continuous (AUPE) position. Please note all successful candidates will be required to provide copies of government issued identification and proof of educational qualifications upon hire and may be required to provide an enhanced police information check.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Bow Valley College is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusion within our community. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who would contribute to the further diversification of our employees including, but not limited to, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.