Hul'qumi'num' Language Technician (3020)

Employment Group

Project Worker

Position Number

00280

Division

Provost and Vice-President Academic

Department

Library Administration

Campus

Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

temporary part-time

Workload

3 hours per week

Appointment Start Date

28-Sep-2026

Appointment End Date

02-Apr-2027

Additional Information

Salary information: $360 biweekly plus 4% vacation pay. Appointment may end early or be extended.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Qualifications , Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference

Posted Date

30-Jul-2026

Closing Date

12-Aug-2026

Job Reference

3020

Duties:

• Attend scheduled sessions to role model and offer introductory Hul'qumi'num' language training and associated cultural teachings and protocols to students, staff, and community members.
• Collaborate with library faculty to organize the nature of engagement with participants during sessions.
• Participate in, and support, the use of Hul'qumi'num' language during Library activities including: gatherings and departmental meetings.
• Help the Library cultivate and deepen reciprocal recognition and respectful relationships with Hul'qumi'num' language speakers in local communities for the purpose of building additional language supports and contributing to the strengthening of responsible and relevant relationships.
• The successful candidate may also participate in sharing language and related teachings with other areas on campus based on invitation, preference, and availability.

Required Qualifications:

For this position, we also want to highlight that First Nations, Inuit, or Metis ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for excellence in the position. Pursuant to Section 41 of the British Columbia Human Rights Code, priority will be given to applicants of Indigenous ancestry.

• High School Diploma.
• Post-secondary training from an appropriately accredited institution.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Hul'qumi'num' language and language teaching strategies.
• Demonstrated experience working closely with Elders and Knowledge Keepers in community.
• Demonstrated experience working with youth and Hul'qumi'num' language.
• Understanding of local Indigenous pedagogies and ethics.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with Aboriginal ancestry and an understanding and awareness of Indigenous people on Vancouver Island and local protocols. Previous experience in a post-secondary setting.

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.