Technology Officer

Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our nine Career Centres across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career. Nature and ScopeThe Technology Officer provides technical delivery, coordination, and administrative support for pawâcikêwikamik's technology-based initiatives, including the Maker Lodge and mâmawinitowin community technology deliveries. This position will positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission, and mandate. General AccountabilityThe Technology Officer works collaboratively with the department and is responsible for technical operations and logistics support across the Maker Lodge, mâmawinitowin community deliveries, and satellite technology access points at other SIIT campuses. The incumbent organizes user access and training for students, faculty, staff, and community participants on the proper use of technology, tools, and materials; provides maintenance of equipment; oversees materials inventory; and ensures compliance with safety rules and policy guidelines.The Technology Officer is responsible for providing technical support to Maker Lodge and mâmawinitowin users, and for the delivery of safety and equipment training. Working under the direction of the Coordinator, the incumbent shares responsibility for continuity of technical delivery knowledge across the team, and provides technical input into program design and future equipment planning. This role effectively combines relevant technical know-how with excellent interpersonal skills and proven self-drive. This role provides additional support as required and includes the following broad range of accountabilities: Specific AccountabilitiesTechnical Operations & AdministrationCoordinate the installation, maintenance, repairs, calibration, troubleshooting, training, access, and operation of Maker Lodge and mâmawinitowin equipment and infrastructureWith the Coordinator, help organize the purchase, asset management, stock control, and safe disposal of equipment and consumablesPrepare, pack, transport, set up, and reconcile technology kits and equipment for community deliveries and off-site eventsOversee day-to-day access to program spaces, ensuring equipment is functioning, safe, and appropriately supervisedSupport the maintenance and stocking of satellite technology access points at other SIIT campusesContribute to developing and maintaining systems to plan use of technology resources, including equipment bookings, training, and schedulingProvide technical support for events, workshops, and space rentals as requiredProvide technical support for fabrication and product orders, including machine setup, production, and quality checksDocument items made in the Maker Lodge and share on open-source sharing platformsIdentify and plan for additional expertise as needed, including 3D modelling and digital fabrication, physical computing, extended reality, soft circuits, and makerspace craftTraining, Safety & FacilitationDeliver introductory and equipment-specific sessions enabling students, staff, and community members to safely use Maker Lodge tools and equipmentSupport the design and delivery of safety training, and ensure users complete required orientation before equipment access is grantedMonitor compliance with safety rules, policies, and applicable regulatory guidelines, and report incidents and near-misses as requiredCo-facilitate community technology delivery sessions, including train-the-trainer components that build local capacity to sustain technology use after deliveryDeliver sessions with and for partner organizations within the Maker LodgeMaintain current knowledge of equipment operation, safe work practices, and emerging technologies relevant to program deliveryResearch & ReportingAssist with research as it relates to the improvement of pawâcikêwikamik technology and initiativesAssess and make recommendations for future technology and equipment needsAssist with the development and implementation of reports, and complete period-ending reports as requiredCollect participation, usage, and evaluation data for assigned programs and deliveriesGather and share feedback regarding technical and project needsResearch facilitators, trainers, and vendors for projects as directed by the CoordinatorSupport the Coordinator to develop new concepts, particularly with relevant technical inputContribute to documentation of technical processes and procedures to support program continuityClient FocusLiaise with facilitators, students, and community participants as required, providing quality technical services that enable them to develop their projectsWork collaboratively across the SIIT learning community to contribute to a culture of innovation and entrepreneurshipEvaluate existing equipment, infrastructure, and service delivery to identify opportunities for improvementSupport users to realize projects, from concept to prototypeProvide client and stakeholder services in a timely, efficient, and tactful mannerDevelop and maintain positive working relationships with all clients, stakeholders, and fundersEnsure strict confidentiality and privacy of information as it relates to students, clients, staff, the Institute, and other third partiesEnsure a positive, diverse, and inclusive work and learning environmentRequired Competencies: Flexible and Adaptable, Effective Communication, Relationship Building, Results Oriented, Client Focus, Teamwork, Innovation, Knowledge and Expertise.This is a full time, term position up to a one year term.