College of the Rockies serves the communities of the East Kootenay. We acknowledge all our campuses are located in the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people which is also home to the Kinbasket and Metis people. We welcome you to be part of our College community of employees who are Rocky Mountain Inspired, Small College Proud.

Indigenous Cultural Coordinator

Regular, Full-time

Cranbrook, BC

Duties: Reporting to the Executive Director of Indigenous Strategy and Reconciliation, the Indigenous Cultural Coordinator supports student well-being through culturally grounded programming, while advancing Indigenous ways of knowing across the College. The role fosters strong relationships with students, Elders, communities, and employees, and collaborates closely with the Indigenous Student Success Coordinator to provide reciprocal cross-coverage during absences and key events.

Qualifications: Certificate in Indigenous Studies, Social Work, or a related discipline. University Studies Diploma or an Associate of Arts Degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Work is desirable. Minimum three years of experience planning and delivering cultural programming and events and experience providing holistic support to Indigenous learners.

A strong understanding of Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing is expected. Competence in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines in fast-paced environments. Strong understanding of cultural safety. Additionally, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong organizational skills, excellent knowledge of MS Office, and valid Class 5 driver's license.

All interested candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to qualified persons who self-identify as Indigenous. We encourage Indigenous candidates to self-identify in their cover letter.

Please see the Full Job Description in the link below.

Successful candidates may be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.

Salary: CUPE Pay Level 5 with a starting wage of $50,468.60 per year as per CUPE Collective Agreement. The College also offers a comprehensive range of benefits including defined pension, generous vacation entitlements, health, and dental plan, and more.

Closing Date: July 22, 2025

Preferred Start Date: August 18, 2025

Interested persons should submit both a cover letter and resume directly through the College website under "Work Here" http://www.cotr.bc.ca/HRD/ Ensure you press "upload" after you add each document.

Please quote Competition #25-CU-25

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we encourage all qualified applicants, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, women, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity at College of the Rockies.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we are committed to increasing Indigenous representation throughout the institution and encourage applicants to self-identify as First Nation, Metis or Inuit within cover letters and/or resume.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.