Job Description
About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary:
The Language Data Entry & Community Programming Assistant is responsible for supporting the digitization and promotion of hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ by inputting accurate language data into designated computer programs and contributing to community-based programming efforts. This role is ideal for someone with early experience in Musqueam’s language and a passion for language revitalization.
This is a full time permanent position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Input hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language data, including words, phrases, and sample sentences, into software and a language database.
Collaborate with the Language Manager and department team to support the development and delivery of community-based language programs.
Assist in coordinating and facilitating community workshops or gatherings that promote the use and learning of hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Ensure data is accurate and culturally appropriate, reflecting Musqueam values.
Support general administrative tasks within the Language Department as needed.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for future language projects.
This position will require collaboration within multiple departments.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of experience learning the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language. Minimum of two years of UBC CIS MLP-FNEL program (101/102, 201/202).
Ability to read and write words, phrases, and sentences in hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Willingness to learn language documentation software and tools.
Must have a basic understanding in typing hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Strong organizational and computer skills.
Must work onsite at the Musqueam administration office to remain accessible to internal staff.
Demonstrated interest in language revitalization and community engagement.
Must maintain expressed interest in continuing to learn hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and related dialects.
Willing to learn regional historical orthographies.
Some experience in community engagement and program delivery considered an asset.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Be willing to work in collaboration with others to achieve project goals.
Uses tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.
Understand and be able to manage issues relating to cultural sensitivity.
Criminal Records Check
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary:
The Language Data Entry & Community Programming Assistant is responsible for supporting the digitization and promotion of hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ by inputting accurate language data into designated computer programs and contributing to community-based programming efforts. This role is ideal for someone with early experience in Musqueam’s language and a passion for language revitalization.
This is a full time permanent position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Input hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language data, including words, phrases, and sample sentences, into software and a language database.
Collaborate with the Language Manager and department team to support the development and delivery of community-based language programs.
Assist in coordinating and facilitating community workshops or gatherings that promote the use and learning of hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Ensure data is accurate and culturally appropriate, reflecting Musqueam values.
Support general administrative tasks within the Language Department as needed.
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas for future language projects.
This position will require collaboration within multiple departments.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of experience learning the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ language. Minimum of two years of UBC CIS MLP-FNEL program (101/102, 201/202).
Ability to read and write words, phrases, and sentences in hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Willingness to learn language documentation software and tools.
Must have a basic understanding in typing hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓.
Strong organizational and computer skills.
Must work onsite at the Musqueam administration office to remain accessible to internal staff.
Demonstrated interest in language revitalization and community engagement.
Must maintain expressed interest in continuing to learn hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and related dialects.
Willing to learn regional historical orthographies.
Some experience in community engagement and program delivery considered an asset.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Be willing to work in collaboration with others to achieve project goals.
Uses tact and good judgment in dealing with sensitive and complex issues.
Understand and be able to manage issues relating to cultural sensitivity.
Criminal Records Check
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Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Language Data Entry & Community Programming Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in British Columbia offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
