Indigenous Student Advisor
About The Position
The Indigenous Student Advisor supports Indigenous learner success by providing holistic, student-centered advising that promotes transition, engagement, persistence, and program completion. Working closely with students, faculty, Student Services, Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and community partners, this role helps students navigate academic, personal, financial, and cultural challenges while fostering a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Through proactive support, referrals, and culturally responsive programming, the Advisor contributes to a welcoming environment that empowers Indigenous students to achieve their educational goals and thrive at SAIT.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Indigenous Studies, Social Work
- 2-3 years working with Indigenous Peoples
- Strong relationship-building, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Ability to deliver student-centered, culturally responsive support services
- Demonstrated empathy, sound judgment, professionalism, and confidentiality
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate with diverse partners
- Collaborative approach to working with students, colleagues, and community partners
- Commitment to Indigenous learner success, reconciliation, and continuous learning
- Ability to foster inclusive, culturally safe, and welcoming environments
Responsibilities
- Provide holistic advising, coaching, and support to Indigenous students to promote academic success, retention, and program completion.
- Monitor student progress, identify barriers to success, and coordinate timely interventions and referrals to academic, wellness, financial, accessibility, and community resources.
- Support students through key transition points, including recruitment, orientation, onboarding, and progression through their programs.
- Foster a culturally safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment that promotes student engagement, belonging, leadership, and wellbeing.
- Design and deliver workshops, programs, and initiatives that enhance student success, persistence, and the overall learner experience.
- Coordinate and support Indigenous cultural programming and facilitate connections with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, Indigenous communities, and community organizations.
- Build collaborative relationships with faculty, Student Services, academic schools, and external partners to ensure seamless and coordinated student support.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services that advance Indigenous student engagement, retention, and success.
- Maintain accurate student records and case documentation while collecting and reporting on student engagement and success outcomes.
- Stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in Indigenous post-secondary education and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Benefits
- Generous time off
- SAIT paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Benefits supporting mental health and access to Greenshield + for virtual therapy at a reduced rate
- Access to a Health Spending or Taxable Spending Account
- Professional development opportunities through our Free Seat Program, tuition support, access to LinkedIn Learning and discounted Continuing Education & Professional Studies courses
- Defined Benefit pension through LAPP to help you retire with confidence
- Excellent dining options on campus
- Free access to our fitness facilities and group fitness classes
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
