Indigenous STEM Access Coordinator, Office of Indigenous Initiatives, Competition # SCHII-21-34, Thunder Bay, ON

Indigenous STEM Access Coordinator

Office of Indigenous Initiatives

Thunder Bay Campus
Full Time, Contract

Schedule II

Competition # SCHII-21-34

You are a creative, organized and self-motivated individual who is excited to recruit and support Indigenous students' entry into the Indigenous STEM Access Program (STEM) and Asin Certificate in Geological Studies (Asin) and ensure successful transition to an undergraduate program at Lakehead University and to establish collaborative relationships with specific University departments, First Nation communities, Indigenous organizations, high schools locally, regionally and provincially, First Nation Funders, and Industry Partners.

The overall purpose of this role is the coordination of the STEM and Asin program in planning, delivery & evaluation, as well as to facilitate the development of policies, guidelines, criteria around selection, attendance, probation, leaves of absence, etc. The incumbent will collect data, document program strengths and weaknesses and implement changes to improve program delivery. The ISTEM Coordinator will support Indigenous STEM Access Students through out the academic year, track students’ progress and success, including conducting exit interviews, when possible, and identify staff training and professional development needs as it pertains to working with Indigenous students. The incumbent will collaborate and partner with various departments to ensure support systems are in place for STEM and Asin students and develop internal and external details pertaining to STEM and Asin.

The successful candidate has:

-A Master’s degree in a related field and Undergraduate degree in related field (Bachelor of Education    degree would be an asset)

-At least two years of related experience in Indigenous education

-A thorough understanding of the public education system from high school to post-secondary including adult education.

-An understanding of Indigenous STEM would be an asset

-Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication

-understanding of public education system, able to work in a team and independently with little supervision

-excellent time management

-research skills to keep up to date on current issues in Indigenous education, retention & recruitment.

-experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail applications

-Valid driver's license and good driving record

-comfortability with public speaking & community engagement

-willingness to travel

Interested applicants are invited to submit a single PDF document, quoting competition # SCHII-21-34, that includes cover letter, resume, along with the contact information of three references by 4:30 p.m. on August 9, 2021 to:

Office of Human Resources

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.