attacks. In order to do so, you must have JavaScript enabled in your web browser otherwise this site will fail to work correctly for you. See details of your web browser for how to enable JavaScript.Current OpportunitiesAttention Safari users: This site requires cookies to function. Please click to accept the cookie. Cookies will be used strictly for the functioning of the site.Toggle navigationJob DetailsAssociate Director, Indigenous Engagement and Citizenship - (01473.1)Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Application RestrictionsOpen to both Internal and externalJob TypeAdministrative/ManagementPosting In effect from29/8/2025Closing Application Date12/9/2025Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.Full/Part TimeFull TimeAdmin TypeTerm-CertainAnticipated Start Date1/10/2025Position End Date (If Applicable)30/9/2026DUTIESReporting to the Vice-Provost, Open, Learning, Teaching and Innovation, the Associate Director, Indigenous Engagement and Citizenship is responsible for ensuring TRU is undertaking active and responsible Indigenous engagement in curriculum processes, with exceptional consideration for the Secwépemc worldview. The position will also have primary responsibility for working with Indigenous communities toward the creation and implementation of an Indigenous Citizenship process, will play a key role in ensuring that Indigenous students, staff, and faculty are supported across TRU, and will help build stronger and more meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities (with special consideration for T'kemlups te Secwépemc (TteS) and T'exelc).MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES
Assists and advises the Vice-Provost OLTI and the Office of the Provost on Indigenous knowledges, approaches and respectful engagement
Fosters strong relationships with Indigenous communities, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers, as well as with internal interest holders
Liaises with TRU's first houses, TteS and T'exelc, and is committed to maintaining a respectful and transparent relationship
Creates and implements a process for curriculum engagement with Indigenous communities, with special consideration for TteS and T'exelc
Works with the Office of the VP Research (S7extekékstmen) to ensure curriculum and research engagement processes are aligned
Works with community toward creation and implementation of an Indigenous Citizenship process at TRU
Once implemented, provides direct support to ensure the strong functioning of the Indigenous Citizenship process
Works with groups across campus to provide advice and assistance in supporting Indigenous students, staff and faculty
Works with groups across campus to increase communication and understanding regarding respectful engagement with Indigenous communities, with exceptional consideration for engagement with TteS and T'exelc
Advances Indigenization and decolonization at TRU, with exceptional consideration for Secwépemc worldview
Ensures compliance with TRU policies
Participates on designated internal and external committees
QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Master's degree or equivalent is preferred; however, bachelor's degree or equivalent may be considered depending on level of knowledge and experience.
Minimum five years of direct experience working within Indigenous communities, combined with experience in a post-secondary learning environment.
Direct lived experience of Indigenous worldviews, cultures, and values, with exceptional consideration for Secwépemc worldview
Knowledge of cultural protocols to appropriately engage and foster respectful, reciprocal, ongoing relationships with Indigenous community, with exceptional consideration for TteS and T'exelc.
Significant knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to education with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities, and an appreciation and respect for the diversity of Indigenous peoples
Strong organizational and engagement skills, sense of humour, and approach that will facilitate credibility and foster trust and strong, productive working relationships
Excellent leadership, respect for diversity, relationship, consensus building and interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Strong report writing and data analysis abilities
Strong presentation skills
EXPERIENCE
Experience working with Indigenous curriculum engagement in a post-secondary environment
Experience working on Indigenous Citizenship engagements toward creation and implementation of process
Experience supporting post-secondary Indigenous students, staff and faculty
Experience supporting and advising senior academic administrators
Pay Band$99,151.00 - $111,375.00 ( Admin Pay Band CL )LocationKamloops, BC CA (Primary)# of Hires Needed1Organizational UnitThompson Rivers University -> Open Learning -> Vice Provost Open LearningDiversity and Inclusion Commitment:Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.
