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Indigenous Housing, Success & Retention Specialist
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22 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
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19 October 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
The Opportunity
Job classification: A5068 - Information Officer II
Salary range: $70566.71- 77398.10 (Placement within the range is typically based upon a review of skills experience and internal equity)
Hours per week: 36.25
Paid leave: 3 weeks vacation per year
Deadline to apply: end of day on July 26th 2026
The Indigenous Housing Success and Retention Specialist advances Indigenous student success by leading SAITs Indigenous Student Housing Program and developing retention initiatives that foster belonging wellbeing and academic achievement.
Working collaboratively with Student Services and campus partners this role delivers culturally grounded data-informed supports that help Indigenous learners navigate their educational journey while strengthening student persistence and completion outcomes. Through strategic programming partnership development and impact evaluation the Specialist contributes to a coordinated and culturally safe support system for Indigenous students.
Please note: This is a temporary full-time position.
How youll contribute
- Lead and oversee the Indigenous Student Housing Program including student selection bursary administration and program delivery aligned with student needs.
- Develop and implement proactive retention strategies that support Indigenous student persistence academic success and program completion.
- Identify and support students facing academic financial housing or personal challenges through early intervention and coordinated support services.
- Collaborate with Student Services and campus partners to provide holistic culturally safe and student-centered supports.
- Design and deliver culturally grounded programs and events that foster community belonging engagement and student success.
- Monitor student engagement and success indicators evaluate program outcomes and recommend enhancements to improve retention and completion rates.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships across the institution to align housing supports with broader Indigenous student success initiatives.
- Collect analyze and report on program data outcomes and impact for internal stakeholders funders and donors.
- Contribute to strategic planning continuous improvement and the development of evidence-based approaches to Indigenous student success.
- Identify emerging trends and opportunities and support funding proposals and partnerships through program insights and impact reporting.
What you bring
Minimum
- Bachelors degree in Indigenous Studies Social Sciences Social Work or related field
- 3-5 years experience working with Indigenous Peoples preferably in an education setting and demonstrating community involvement
Skills
- Strategic thinking with the ability to design and implement retention-focused programming
- Data analysis and interpretation to inform programming decision-making and student outcomes
- Program evaluation outcome measurement and continuous improvement
- Impact reporting and data-driven storytelling for internal and external partners
- Collaboration and partnership-building across Student Services and campus departments
- Strong verbal written and presentation communication skills
- Knowledge of Indigenous student experiences and culturally responsive practices
- Project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Sound judgment professionalism confidentiality and cultural humility
- Proficiency with data management reporting and administrative systems
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. We understand how important communication is and we are committed to following up with every candidate. Please know that each application is thoughtfully reviewed and you will hear from us either way.
Together we build bold futures
At SAIT we equip you with the resources you need to shape bold futures for yourself and our communities. We offer a comprehensive package including:
- Generous time off to pursue other passions and support your wellbeing
- SAIT paid premiums for medical dental and vision benefits so you and your family are well supported
- 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
About SAIT
At SAIT were building bold futures. Were a community of tenacious problem-solvers inventive thinkers and passionate collaborators who believe in doing work that matters.
Named one of Albertas Top Employers were driven by a desire to create an impact in our community. If youre looking for a place where purpose meets possibility youve found it here.
Were committed to community and belonging
Community and belonging is essential to achieving SAITs vision to be a global leader in applied education. We encourage applications from women Indigenous people racialized people people with disabilities people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. Learn more about Community and Belonging at SAIT.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
The Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) offers hands-on degree, diploma, certificate, continuing education and corporate training programs to develop the skills and knowledge employers demand.
