Employment Opportunity
Esquimalt Nation

Position Title: Education Coordinator
Start Date: September 24, 2012
Location: Esquimalt Administrative Office
Closing Date: August 30, 2012 – 4:00 pm

Esquimalt Nation is seeking an outgoing, hard-working individual for the position of Education Coordinator. The position reports to the Administer, works closely with Administrative staff, school district staff, Esquimalt Nation K to Grade 12 students, and adult learners to achieve their education goals.

Definition and Nature of the Work
The Education Coordinator works under the direction of the Administrator to:

• Provide administrative and advisory support to Esquimalt Nation students
• Work cooperatively with school district staff, parents and students
• Coordinate and organize post secondary educational opportunities for adult learners
• Act as a liaison between the School District, post secondary institutions and the Administration
• Seek funding for the development of educational opportunities
• In liaison with the school district, monitor the progress and attendance of Esquimalt Nation students
• Coordinate meetings, communication and correspondence as required with parents and students
• Prepare project budgets, cash flows and work plans
• Monitor budget-to-actual performance of education projects; provide the Administrator with analysis reports to identify irregularities and/or strategies for corrective action
• Maintain an up-to-date information system/filing system for funding and flow-through arrangements
• Prepare financial and narrative reports for funders, including the nominal role and post secondary reports as required
• Administer school incentives and bus passes for students
• Other related duties

Competencies

• A highly self‐motivated, energetic, outcome‐oriented individual who demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to take initiative and work creatively
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Communicates clearly, verbally and in writing
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to deal professionally and sensitively with students and a wide range of contacts at different levels
• Ability to handle a number of projects and prioritize work
• Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new procedures
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Experience working in First Nation communities an asset
• Ability to promote a sense of trust with clients
• Valid Driver's License and vehicle an asset
• Knowledge and understanding of Coast Salish culture, heritage, values and history an asset
• Basic knowledge of conflict resolution methods an asset

Working Conditions
 64 hours bi-weekly until further notice.
 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
 3 month probationary period.

Earnings and Benefits
 Wage is $18.00 per hour + 4% holiday pay

To Apply
Please send your resume, cover letter, and contact information to:
Georgia Dixon
Administrator

1189 Kosapsum Crescent
Victoria, BC V9A 7K7
The closing date for receipt of resumes is August 30, 2012 at 4:00pm

Only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest.