Director Indigenous jobs in New Westminster, BC

NEC respects the ancestral and unceded territory of the xʷməθkwəyəm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səlílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. NEC is dedicated to the Peoples of these territories and beyond. We are centering our Nations, one learner at a time. In doing this work collectively, we demonstrate that commitment is more than just showing up.

NEC is committed to protecting and upholding the dignity, safety, and identities of our Indigenous learners. We honor traditional values and Indigenous knowledge, fostering learners’ identities, aspirations, and sense of belonging. Our academic programming and wrap-around supports are aligned with the Longhouse Values of the Host Nations.

Position Summary:
The Vice President is a senior executive leader responsible for advancing NEC’s priorities and ensuring coordinated, culturally grounded operations across the College. Working closely with the President and executive team, the VP turns strategic direction into institution-wide action, strengthens collaboration, and supports NEC’s commitments to learners, communities, and partners.

The VP leads organizational alignment, governance, and institutional performance, ensuring policies, operations, and major initiatives reflect NEC’s mission, Longhouse values, and Indigenous-centered approaches. Through integrated oversight and proactive risk monitoring, the Vice President supports NEC’s sustainability, accountability, and long-term success.

Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, with a Doctorate preferred for academic or institution-wide strategy portfolios.

Eight (8) to ten (10) years of senior executive leadership experience, demonstrating the ability to lead institution wide strategy, coordination, and organizational effectiveness.

Demonstrated experience in post-secondary education or a comparable complex sector, with proven ability to navigate multi-department environments and executive-level governance.

Strong understanding of Indigenous education, governance, and community engagement, ensuring alignment with NEC’s mission, Longhouse values, and Indigenous-centered approaches.

Experience working in complex, unionized environments, with the ability to support organizational alignment and resolve cross-functional issues.

Proven ability to lead large teams and complex portfolios, ensuring coordinated execution of strategic priorities and institutional initiatives.

Ability to pass a criminal record check as required for roles involving executive oversight and institutional accountability.

Experience working within Indigenous or community-based organizations is considered an asset.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.

Terms:

Appointment may require a criminal record check; results may affect final offer of employment.

Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for programming or events.

NEC welcomes applications from all qualified candidates; preference given to qualified Indigenous applicants

Closing Date: UNTIL FILLED

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm-35 hours per week, possibility of evening and weekend shifts

Salary: $140000-$165000/Yr.

Position: Excluded

Application Details:

Please submit your resume, names of three references from related work experience, and a cover letter, outlining your interest and detailing how you meet the above qualifications. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Address your application to:

Hiring Manager 285 East 5th Avenue NEC Native Education College

Vancouver, BC V5T 1H2 E-mail: hiring@necvancouver.org

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $140,000.00-$165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC V5T 1H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Leadership: 7 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (preferred)

Work Location: In person