The Indigenous Student Services Representative (ISSR) functions as the cornerstone of the First Nations Centre’s (FNC) operations, bridging the gap between institutional systems and Indigenous community values through authentic, relationship-centered service delivery from an Indigenous lens.

This role requires an individual who can simultaneously serve as a cultural interpreter, administrative coordinator, crisis responder, and community builder, while balancing university requirements with Indigenous protocols. At its core, this position exists to ensure that Indigenous students can access pathways to academic success without compromising their cultural identity.

The ISSR transforms institutional spaces into culturally responsive environments where Indigenous ways of knowing are respected and integrated into daily practice. The incumbent provides holistic support that encompasses cultural validation, emotional safety, and overall wellbeing, directly impacting Indigenous student retention, trust, and empowerment at the University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). 

For information including application instructions, please see the below link to the job posting.