Business Unit: Education Department
Location: Lax Kw’alaams, British Columbia
Reporting to: Education Manager
The Lax Kw’alaams Education Department has an exciting and immediate opening for a 1-year Term Full-Time Education Coordinator position. As a key member of the education team, the successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the Education Manager with the planning, coordination, and administration of educational services and programs for the Lax Kw’alaams community.
Responsibilities:
General
- Maintain education files and ensure proper record keeping including data entry to the database to record student history
- Submit reports to ISC (such as nominal roll and PSSR-Post Secondary Student Report), as required and requested
- Apply for grants/proposals to get education programs in Lax Kw’alaams and work closely with the instructor(s) and institutes. Complete the required interim & final reports for successful grants/proposals
- Apply for grants/proposals for the Lax Kw'alaams Wap Suwilaawksa School to get additional funds. Work closely with the grade 12 students as they prepare to enter post-secondary
- Supervise the summer student program (including applying for funds, monitoring students, completing final reports)
- Assist students with applying for bursaries/scholarships (e.g., availability list support letter, etc.)
- Follow through on deadlines for funding applications and liaise with applicants on application progress
- Assemble (prepare financial summary) and present student application packages to the CAO for approval
- Administer the Band education policies and procedures for Post Secondary Student and bring forward any concerns (student performance, including but not limited to, attendance, reporting and performance) to the CAO. Do not release monthly cheques on any student concern until approved by the administration. Prepare all letters of acceptance or otherwise for funding purposes
- Liaise with Post-Secondary Institutions regarding student sponsorship regarding Tuition fees, books and supplies
- Maintain a projected and current budget/expense on programs on computerized spreadsheets
- Liaise between students/teachers/counsellors/administrators/parents/institutions concerning sponsored students
Note: Perform all other duties within the scope of the position and as requested by the Education Manager
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- Degree or Post-secondary diploma in Public, Business or Education Administration, or a relevant combination of experience and credentials.
Experience
- Two years of experience in a similar position
Competency
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong work ethics
- Strong organization skills
- Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to a changing work environment
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team
- Excellent time management skills; ability to meet deadliness
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent technological skills, including Microsoft Office and equipment like calculators, photocopiers, fax machines, and printers
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Knowledge of Adagio or willing to learn it is an asset
- Commitment to continuous learning and improvement
- Passion for education and community development
Physical Demands and Working Environment:
Physical Demand
- You may have to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment
Mental Demands
- You will have to complete several tasks and responsibilities at one time and must be prepared to deal with emergencies and stressful situations at any time
Condition of Employment
- Work location is the Lax Kw’alaams Band Office
- You will adhere to the Lax Kw’alaams Band Code of Conduct, Code of Confidentiality, Social Media Policy and any other Policies in the Human Resource Manual
- Follow all guidelines harmoniously and cooperatively, creating a team approach in their duties for the Band’s future success
- Acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
- Valid Driver’s License (Class 5)
Classification/Pay Scale
- $34.88 per hour
- As per the Canadian Union of Public Employees’ Local 2365 Collective Agreement
- You can expect a supportive work environment, a total compensation package which includes a competitive wage, extended health and dental benefits and a pension plan
Submission Deadline:
- Open until filled
- We invite all interested parties to reply in the strictest confidence to Human Resources: hr_resume@laxband.com
** Preference will be given to Lax Kw’alaams Band Members or qualified applicants of Indigenous ancestry. However, we invite all qualified individuals to apply.
