Education Coordinator

The Lax Kw'alaams Education Department is hiring a 1-Year Term Full-Time Education Coordinator to coordinate and support community education programs and services. As a key member of the education team, the successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the Education Manager with the planning, coordination, and administration of educational services and programs for the Lax Kw'alaams community.

Responsibilities

Maintain education files and ensure proper record keeping including data entry to the database to record student history; Submit reports to ISC (such as nominal roll and PSSR-Post Secondary Student Report), as required and requested; Apply for grants/proposals to get education programs in Lax Kw'alaams and work closely with the instructor(s) and institutes; Complete the required interim & final reports for successful grants/proposals; Apply for grants/proposals for the Lax Kw'alaams Wap Suwilaawksa School to get additional funds; Work closely with the grade 12 students as they prepare to enter post-secondary; Supervise the summer student program (including applying for funds, monitoring students, completing final reports); Assist students with applying for bursaries/scholarships; Follow through on deadlines for funding applications and liaise with applicants on application progress; Assemble (prepare financial summary) and present student application packages to the CAO for approval; Administer the Band education policies and procedures for Post Secondary Student and bring forward any concerns to the CAO; Do not release monthly cheques on any student concern until approved by the administration; Prepare all letters of acceptance or otherwise for funding purposes; Liaise with Post-Secondary Institutions regarding student sponsorship regarding tuition fees, books and supplies; Maintain a projected and current budget/expense on programs on computerized spreadsheets; Liaise between students/teachers/counsellors/administrators/parents/institutions concerning sponsored students; Perform all other duties within the scope of the position and as requested by the Education Manager

Requirements

Degree or Post-secondary diploma in Public, Business or Education Administration, or a relevant combination of experience and credentials; Two years of experience in a similar position; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Strong work ethics; Strong organization skills; Ability and willingness to learn and adapt to a changing work environment; Ability to work individually and as part of a team; Excellent time management skills; ability to meet deadlines; Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills; Excellent technological skills, including Microsoft Office and equipment like calculators, photocopiers, fax machines, and printers; High attention to detail and accuracy; Commitment to continuous learning and improvement; Passion for education and community development; Work location is the Lax Kw'alaams Band Office; Adhere to the Lax Kw'alaams Band Code of Conduct, Code of Confidentiality, Social Media Policy and any other Policies in the Human Resource Manual; Acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search; Valid Driver's License (Class 5)

Nice to have

Knowledge of Adagio or willingness to learn it

Benefits

Supportive work environment; Extended health and dental benefits; Pension plan