Community Connections Indigenous Advisor

​COMPETITION NUMBER: 1745
CLOSING DATE: July 5, 2026 @ 11:59pm MST

FACULTY OF SKILLS & FOUNDATIONAL LEARNING

At NorQuest College, the Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada (LINC) program fulfills the “we’ll meet you where you’re at” commitment to newcomer students by offering a wide variety of language/settlement/essential skills/Indigenous programming, scheduling, and delivery modes as well as comprehensive student support options that meet the varied needs of our diverse newcomer student population, with the ultimate goal of helping them build social capital, and empower them to become self-sufficient, independent, and active members of the community and labour market. Just as the entire NorQuest College, the LINC program is passionately committed to creating a positive educational learner experience in a welcoming environment committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and decolonization.  

NorQuesters being difference makers, we are searching for someone dedicated to supporting our efforts to join our LINC team as a full-time Community Connections Indigenous Advisor. If you have demonstrable expertise, formal qualifications, a passion for supporting the newcomer students’ settlement process, experience and understanding in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), anti-racism and anti-oppressive practices, and creating vibrant and welcoming educational environments, we invite you to connect with us by applying for this opportunity.  

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE 

• Build and maintain strong relationships between LINC students, community members, and partner organizations, including Indigenous communities
• Collaborate with program leadership and Elders to ensure activities reflect program goals and incorporate Indigenous perspectives, culture, and ways of life
• Promote the program and recruit participants through meaningful engagement with community and sector partners
• Foster connections between students and diverse community groups, supporting cultural understanding and integration
• Plan and coordinate community-based learning activities, such as exercises and field trips, that promote shared knowledge and exposure to Indigenous and local community topics
• Organize and deliver weekly Community Connections webinars, including sessions highlighting Indigenous communities, culture, and lived experiences
• Support opportunities for students to build social capital, cultural awareness, and ongoing relationships within both Indigenous and broader community networks

WHAT YOU BRING

• You have a diploma or degree in settlement studies, social work, social sciences and humanities, or related discipline or experience.  
• Minimum 3 years of experience working, and communicating effectively, with newcomers from diverse backgrounds and/or collaborating with community partners for whom English is an additional language

• You have an understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion as well as anti-racism and anti-oppressive practices.  
• You have the knowledge of Canada’s colonial history and its impact on Indigenous communities.  
• You have a strong knowledge of Indigenous community resources  

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER?

As a difference maker you bring:

• Prioritize student and community learning needs while managing multiple timelines and competing priorities
• Work both independently and collaboratively with internal teams, leadership, and external community partners
• Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, instructors, Indigenous Elders, and community organizations
• Coordinate and deliver community engagement activities, including field trips and learning events
• Communicate and collaborate with instructors on needs assessments, scheduling, and program planning
• Seek guidance from Indigenous Elders and support the inclusion of Indigenous learning across programming
• Follow policies, procedures, and best practices to resolve issues, while using leadership as a resource
• Contribute to program operations, reporting, goal reviews, and continuous improvement through innovation and professional development

 
AUPE Band Level 7 | Advisor I | $2,205 - $2,864 bi-weekly reflective upon what you bring AKA your education and experience. This is a full time, term position until March 31, 2027 with the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). For more information regarding the AUPE Collective Agreement, please check out this link. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended they obtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

• International Qualifications Assessment Service https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment
• World Education Services https://www.wes.org/ca/

We encourage applicants to include the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to Careers@norquest.ca.

Apply to Become a NorQuester: If this opportunity delights you and your expertise will shine in this role, we invite you to apply for this position online by uploading your resume and cover letter combined as one document.

PSST: Only candidates shortlisted for an interview will be contacted and we’ll make sure to do this within 28 days of the closing date.