Indigenous Student Services and Wellness Coordinator

Calgary - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 45786 - 50706

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SAITs Student Services department unlocks learner potential within a vibrant campus culture. Join a team driven by student success offering holistic services from academic support and counselling to financial advising and social engagement.

The Opportunity

Job classification: A5904 Administrative Assistant II

Salary range: $45786.65 - $50706.50

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

Position End Date: June 30 2027

Deadline to apply: 4:00PM February 2 2026

The Indigenous Student Services & Wellness Coordinator is a key member of Natoysopoyiis SAITs Indigenous Student Support Centre and serves as the first point of contact for students staff and community members.

Positioned at the front desk this role is the welcoming face of Natoysopoyiis and plays a critical part in creating an inclusive supportive and culturally respectful environment. Reporting to the Manager of Natoysopoyiis the Coordinator provides essential administrative support while actively contributing to SAITs Strategic Plan priorities of student success equity and community engagement.

This position ensures smooth day-to-day operations manages inquiries and coordinates events workshops and cultural activities that promote Indigenous student wellness and success. By integrating a holistic approach to well-being addressing spiritual emotional mental and physical health the Coordinator helps Indigenous learners access resources build community and thrive academically and personally.

As a front-facing member of the team this role is critical to our success. It bridges administrative excellence with student-centered service ensuring that every interaction reflects SAITs commitment to reconciliation accessibility and fostering a sense of belonging for Indigenous students

How youll contribute

Front Desk Services and Communications:
Serve as the first point of contact for students staff and community members visiting Natoysopoyiis.
Provide information on Indigenous student resources services supports and programming.
Ensure a welcoming respectful and studentcentered environment at all times.
Develop and distribute the Indigenous Student Newsletter sharing programming details cultural events employment opportunities and financial aid information.
Maintain consistent timely communication of relevant opportunities and updates for Indigenous learners.

Student Wellness Resources and Referrals:
Identify student needs and refer learners to appropriate academic social or wellness supports.
Prepare private and secure spaces for counseling and host scheduled mental health supports.
Oversee food security supports including the student pantry and emergency grocery cards.
Manage distribution of technology resources (e.g. laptops) coordinating with IT to ensure student access and equipment functionality.

Cultural Programming Events and Community Support:
Assist in planning and hosting programs workshops and cultural activities that enhance wellness belonging and academic success.
Coordinate feasts luncheons and community-building events grounded in Indigenous cultural practices.
Provide cultural support to students through mentorship guidance and the creation of inclusive cultural spaces.

Traditional Medicines Protocols and Elder Engagement:
Maintain and replenish traditional medicines and smudge supplies to uphold culturally grounded wellness practices.
Organize visits and engagements with Elders and Knowledge Keepers ensuring cultural protocols relationship care and respectful hosting.
Prepare honorariums gifting and other culturally appropriate offerings in alignment with Indigenous traditions.

Operational Coordination and Student Support Logistics:
Ensure smooth daytoday operations of Natoysopoyiis including scheduling organization and resource management.
Maintain tracking systems for resources supplies appointments and student service needs.
Support both routine and emergent operational tasks to ensure efficient accessible and culturally informed services.

What you bring

Diploma in Social Sciences Social Work Humanities or a related field.
3 years of experience working with Indigenous peoples preferably in an educational setting.
Equivalent work experience and community involvement will be considered in place of formal education requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality professionalism and cultural sensitivity.
Crisis management skills are considered an asset.
Public speaking and presentation skills would be an asset.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines and demonstrate commitment to task completion.
Demonstrate flexibility patience empathy and adaptability in a dynamic environment.
Strong teamwork skills including open and respectful communication.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team! We know being ghosted is the worst so be assured youll hear from us either way. We take time to review each submission carefully and promise not to vanish.

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

And the perks keep on coming!

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. 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.

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