Indigenous Student Success & Development Coordinator, Student Transitions

As a member of the Office of Indigenous Initiatives, the Indigenous Student Success & Development Coordinator, Student Transitions, is responsible for developing, coordinating, supervising, and evaluating Indigenous student support programs and services both independently, and in conjunction with other colleagues and departments, for Indigenous (First Nations, Metis and Inuit) students enrolled in Indigenous student transition programs. As a member of the Nipissing University team, the coordinator will be an ambassador for the University community.

Indigenous student transition programs have academic and holistic support components. The coordinator will assist Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, and Inuit) students in enrolling in university courses to prepare them for successful entrance into a degree program. Indigenous student transition programs also provide students with academic, personal and cultural supports, through an Indigenous programming framework for their success.

An additional area of responsibility is to act as a liaison between the University and Indigenous communities and organizations on behalf of students as well as for the purposes of successful recruitment and retention of Indigenous students. As a member of the Office of Indigenous Initiatives team, the coordinator's work will also support the key goals and objectives identified in the Indigenous Strategic Plan and the University strategic plan.

The successful candidate will have a university degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, or Indigenous Studies, along with two to three years of related experience. They will have a deep understanding and experience in supporting students who have experienced oppression and racism and connect to their community. Additionally, they must possess a strong understanding and proven experience with Indigenous wellness and holistic supports and the ability to apply it to program development and delivery.

A comprehensive group benefits and pension plan is offered, as well as a tuition subsidy for eligible dependents.

Please submit your letter of application and resume in one document, via email to careers@nipissingu.ca by 4:00 p.m., April 14, 2026.

Hiring is subject to final budgetary approval. In accordance with Article 12.05 (b) of the OPSEU Full-Time Support Staff Collective Agreement and OPSEU Part-Time Staff Collective Agreement first consideration is given to those internal applicants. The search committee would like to thank all applications for their interest in Nipissing University. Please note that only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted.

Nipissing University is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages applications, which may include self-identification in a cover letter from Indigenous peoples, women, persons with disabilities, persons who identify as 2SLGBTQI+ and racialized minorities.

Nipissing University must gather information from applicants to determine eligibility to work in Canada. Please include a statement in your application to identify whether you are a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident or are otherwise legally eligible to work in Canada. The search committee would like to thank all applicants for their interest in Nipissing University.

Nipissing University will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation please contact Human Resources at access@nipissingu.ca.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $2+.78 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Disability insurance
Extended health care
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person