Employment

Salish Kootenai College Seeks Applicants for: Custodian - Part-time
Salary Range: $20.00/hourly
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

General Summary:

Maintain a clean and safe working environment for all staff, faculty and students. This position will work under a Team System of cleaning all buildings on SKC campus. Position will follow policy and procedures.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Become familiar and follow SKC policies and procedures
• Maintain positive working relationships with administration, faculty, staff, supervisors and team members
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms, doors and door handles
• Clean carpets, mats, hard floors and walls
• Clean windows and light fixtures
• Dust and clean/sanitize furniture
• Remove all garbage and keep trash containers clean
• Empty cigarette butts in containers and pick-up those on the grounds
• Perform seasonal outside work as required
• Maintain and upkeep cleaning equipment
• Maintain and upkeep vehicles (check fluids and keep clean)

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have the ability to work as a team player and possess good work ethics

Must have a valid driver's license

Must pass pre-hire Drug test.

General Summary:

In accord with the Salish Kootenai College Mission Statement and College Vision, the Division of Natural Resources seeks to hire a hydrology instructor with fisheries experience in applied hydrological measurements, fluvial processes, general fisheries biology and hydrological and fisheries management tools for natural and cultural resource management for tribal organizations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Hydrology Instructor

• Modify or develop courses and curriculum in AS and BS programs.

• Teach classes on groundwater hydrology, soil science, introductory geology, and data visualization and analysis, in AS, BS, (and potentially) MS programs.

• Work with other faculty in Natural Resources to bridge curriculum for inclusion in classes across all-natural resource fields/departments.

• Serve on graduate research committees and closely advise undergraduate and graduate students conducting research in related fields.

• Develop course syllabi in accord with SKC policy/

• Incorporate student learning outcomes, department objectives and the 4 C’s into curriculum, in accord with SKC mission and department goals.

• Develop modules and instruct using hybrid and/or online technology, as needed.

COURSE SCHEDULING AND CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

• Develop curriculum in accord with SKC mission and goals.

• Update and maintain curriculum in accord with current catalog.

• Develop and teach support courses for other SKC departments, as needed.

• Coordinate with other departments to develop courses or shared courses, as needed.

• Evaluate challengeable courses.

• Maintain timely and correct paperwork, including quarterly book orders, time and leave reports, grades, syllabi, office hours, and other forms.

MEETINGS AND COMMITTEES

• Participate in SKC committees.

• Attend SKC general staff meetings.

• Attend SKC Administration meetings.

• Participate in Natural Resources graduate program meetings as appropriate.

ASSESSMENT OUTCOMES

• Assist in the preparation of yearly departmental outcomes and assessment reports.

• Collect and supply coursework outcomes assessment and evaluation data.

• Support the completion of program reviews (every 4 years).

STUDENT ADVISING

• Develop advising modules.

• Work with Enrollment Services to maintain current and correct institutional reports.

• Maintain current advising files for all advisees.

• Evaluate student transcripts for transfer students, as needed.

• Help prepare graduation paperwork, including course transfer, course waiver, course substitution and graduation applications.

• Keep current on changes that affect student advising and mentoring.

• Advise students in accord with department and college policies.

• Help identify and advise students into tutoring, as needed.

• Provide mentoring for students in the program.

OTHER

• Provide role modeling to students of professional working relationships, including (but not limited to):

-Interpersonal and professional written and verbal communication skills

-Organizational, conflict management and teamwork skills

-Citizenship skills

• Integrate culturally competent materials into coursework, with focus on issues related to Native experience, indigenous methodology and indigenous research methods

• Participate in grant-writing, grant administration, research and outreach and recruiting activities as assigned or approved.

• Understand appropriate role as representative of SKC outside the campus environment.

• Know and follow SKC administrative policies.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in geohydrology, hydrology, soil science, or closely related field in the natural resources.

• Three years’ experience in scientific research or science applications in natural resources (may include graduate research).

• Experience teaching undergraduates in sciences or natural resources, including field instruction.

• Experience mentoring and supporting Native students or co-workers, or equivalent.

• Demonstrated ability to function collegially in a team setting and to work cooperatively with faculty and staff.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies, software and methods relevant to natural resource management and incorporate them into classes.

• Ability to safely engage/participate in field-based classes that can be physically challenging, require specialized safety training, and require safe driving skills in remote areas.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email venessa_sandoval@skc.edu  david_miller@skc.edu  Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement.Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The role of the lab instructor is to facilitate individual and group opportunities of learning that allow students to meet the educational outcomes of the BSN Nursing Program. To achieve these outcomes, instructors and students form a partnership in an atmosphere of care and mutual respect.

The role of the lab instructor includes coordinating, managing, and teaching in the skills labs. The individual in this position will assure the effective and efficient operation of the lab, assess and provide for meeting program and student needs, and oversee the operation of high, medium, and low fidelity technology to ensure safe and effective use of the lab equipment. The individual in this position is expected to be generally present and available throughout the year during the normal business hours of the college, and may occasionally have work obligations outside of the college’s normal business hours. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, updates, and monitors lab policies, procedures, use, and operations

• Monitors and schedules use, signing out, and movement of ab equipment

• Develops, presents, evaluates and refines scenarios for student experiences, utilizing role playing, props and dialogue to create a realistic learning environment in conjunction with the diverse learning styles of students

• Develops and implements lab skills and scenarios to meet accreditation standards

• Creates and maintains a respectful and professional working environment, incorporating active learning, reflective thinking, and a confidential debriefing process

• Performs data analysis to evaluate learning and satisfaction with the provision of services

• Continuously updates and refines lab experiences based on identified needs and serves as a resource for didactic faculty to ensure alignment of course content with lab activities

• Monitors and assures appropriate standards of lab cleanliness, provides for equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement

• Orients instructors as appropriate in lab procedures, location, and use of materials, and operation of equipment

• Responsible for business development of the lab, establishes community partners, develops income generated projects, seeks grants and other funding sources in collaboration with the Director of Clinical, Lab, and Simulation

• Oversees lab supplies and materials management; orders supplies on a systematic basis to ensure seamless lab instruction with appropriate and essential materials

• Formulates budget recommendations

• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment, complies with college health and safety policies, practices, and programs in keeping with occupational health & safety legislation and regulations

• Models professional standards, including customer service, collaboration, communication, excellence, attendance, and cultural competence

• Performs remediation with students as needed

• Instructor will participate in nursing faculty meetings to identify program improvement needs relating to lab instruction

• Collaborates with the Director of Clinical, Lab, and Simulation to identify goals and evaluate student outcomes for the Clinical, Lab, and Simulation (CLS) and to incorporate lab experiences into each course to meet course learning outcomes

• Evaluates own learning needs and seeks educational opportunities to maintain competency

• Any other duties as may be appropriately assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications:

The nursing lab instructor will hold a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited nursing program and an accredited college. A Master of Science in Nursing degree is preferred. Experience with lab instruction program is preferred. Active in professional organizations related to nursing education is preferred.

The nursing skills lab instructor shall hold an unencumbered, active license as a Registered Nurse in Montana or be eligible to apply for one via reciprocity from another state. Nursing lab instructor will possess a clear background check.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855. Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement (E.I. cover letter, resume and transcripts). Information you provide will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The College and Career Ready Coach will provide comprehensive college and career preparatory services to middle and high school students in one or more of the following schools: Arlee, Charlo, Hot Springs, Polson, Ronan, St. Ignatius, and Two Eagle River.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Coordinate and implement college and career readiness activities to assist students in selecting and preparing for an academic or career pathway. Work within the school setting and with community partners to meet student, family, and program needs. Provide student mentorship, academic assistance, and career exploration activities. Plan and lead college tours and other experiential activities, connect students with academic and work-based learning opportunities, implement student portfolio projects, coordinate and lead guest speakers and other events, and complete record keeping and grant compliance tasks.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree; experience organizing and leading college/career preparatory or similar programs with middle/ high school students;

• ability to assist students with high school level academic work;

• familiarity with college and career application processes;

• ability to collaborate with students, parents, and other community partners; excellent writing, communication, computer, organizational, and time-management skills.

• Must successfully complete a background check (fingerprinting) due to working with minors and a pre-employment drug test.

• Must be willing to coordinate and lead academic and work-based learning field experiences during the academic year and summer.

Qualifications Preferred:

• Three years of teaching or related experience; experience working with Native American students and families.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email venessa_sandoval@skc.edu  david_miller@skc.edu  Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The purpose of the Grants and Contracts Manager position is to work with the

Grants and Contracts/Business Office on the financial and administrative

management of Federal, State, and Private funding sources.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and review specialized financial reports, invoices, and correspondence to outside funding agencies and campus departments on grant and contract related functions.

• Ensure financial compliance with Federal, State, and Private funding sources with monitoring and maintenance of sponsored programs.

• Make allowability determinations based on 2cfr200 and grant terms and conditions

• Manage grant submission approvals and processes

• Support college PI’s in all phases of grant management

• Interact with various federal and private grant portals for reports, approvals, and accounts management

• Review journal entries for grant and contract related adjustments, reclassifications and transfers.

• Assist with maintenance of up to date records of all grant and contract proposals submitted and all active grants and contracts.

• Coordinate and assist with grant and contract reporting for Administration, Board of Directors, Auditors and other sources as needed.

• Assist in the reconciliation for grant and contract accounts.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Grants or related field and 5 years’ experience in grant management

• 3 years’ experience with MS Office products and web-based applications

• Developed Communication Skills

• Must be detail orientated

• Able to maintain confidentiality

• Must be able to multi-task, work in a fast-paced environment efficiently

• Work in a team setting and independently

• Individual must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

• Must be flexible in meeting unusual situations with professionalism.

Supervision Responsibility: Potential supervision.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position.

General Summary:

In accordance with the SKC Mission Statement, the Infant/Toddler Teacher’s primary function is to provide a safe and healthy learning environment and interactions for children enrolled in the Salish Kootenai College Early Learning Center. The Infant/Toddler Teacher serves as the primary caregiver and educator, supporting the learning of children aged 0-23 months. They collaborate with parents, staff members, and other teachers at the Early Learning Center to support children’s developmental needs. The Infant/Toddler Teacher will support the development of lesson plans, implement activities, observe children’s progress, and document findings in accordance with the Center’s curriculum and assessment policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following—other duties as assigned.

• Promote, encourage, and guide a classroom environment that promotes healthy social- emotional, language, physical, cognitive, and creative development:Giving children support and demonstrating respect. Assist in the supervision of support staff and student observers.

• Prepares and carries out developmentally appropriate classroom lesson plans. Initiates daily activities that stimulate and challenge the children.

• Promotes healthy social-emotional, language, physical, cognitive, and creative development in children.

• Acting as Primary Care Giver to children assigned to your care.

• Promotes emerging language and literacy skills through positive and consistent interaction with the children.

• Organizing a positive and stimulating learning environment.

• Observes and documents the developmental progress of each child.

• Promotes sound nutrition and healthy hygiene practices, such as tooth brushing, hand washing, and healthy eating habits.

• Assuming an equal share of the Center housekeeping responsibilities Ensuring that children are supervised at all times indoors and outdoors.

• Complying with universal precautions in dealing with cleaning, sanitation, disinfecting, hand-washing, the use of disposable gloves, and the disposal of infectious wastes.

• Utilizing positive guidance techniques to teach children while guiding their behavior.

• Function as a contributing member of the Early Learning Center’s team by interacting with and supporting the program’s philosophy and policies through:

Attendance at all staff meetings and conferences

Meet and complete all State of Montana and STARS-mandated training and requirements.

Maintaining confidentiality regarding children, parents, families, and co-workers

Reporting and discussing incidents and issues with the director promptly

• Complying with all standards in operating the Childcare Center, including the SKC Mission Statement, Childcare Mission Statement, and the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct.

• Supports the development of classroom portfolios in accordance with the NAEYC Accreditation Standards.

• Participate in child screenings, including ASQ/SE Developmental Screening.

• Participate and effectively interact in all Infant activities, including but not limited to sitting and playing on the floor, crawling and walking, and supporting children.

• Standing up and sitting down frequently.

• Lifting and manipulating toys, equipment, and children up to 50 lbs.

• Engaging in play.

• Diaper changes are performed as needed, and the area is cleaned and disinfected as part of regular duties.

• Greet parents/guardians and other visitors.

• Develop a partnership relationship with parents/guardians to work as a cohesive team in supporting the child's and family's needs.

• Participating in special events and meetings for parents and children.

• Planning and implementation of parent participation activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, P-3 or Elementary Education, or working towards one, Or Child Development Associates.

• Documented 1-year experience working with children ages 0- 5 years in a formal early childhood setting, such as an Early Head Start classroom, childcare facility, family childcare setting, etc. (preferred).

• Knowledge of child development ages 0-3 years

• Good verbal and communication skills

• Current CPR and First Aid certification or willing to obtain certification upon hire.

• Current on required immunizations or ability to become current upon hire.

• Ability to work with people of varying backgrounds and ethnic groups.

• Ability to take direction and work independently.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, kneel, sit, and occasionally lift 25 to 50 pounds.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.edu or David_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement.

Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

The Salish Kootenai College Native American Studies department is seeking one full time faculty member for a 9month position teaching courses in the Native American Studies with emphasis on Tribal Governance and Administration program. Candidates must have successfully earned a minimum of a Master’s Degree or equivalency in a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have focused their studies on issues related to American Indian peoples, the Confederated Salish, Pend d’Oreille, and Kootenai Tribes, and tribes of Montana. Candidates will be required to meet all of the general duties of full-time instructors at Salish Kootenai College, as well as other assignments as needed.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and develop course materials such as course curriculum, assignments, textbook selection, syllabi and materials that are place- and community-based, as well as culturally sustaining and revitalizing for both in class and on-line course delivery.

• Review and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction in accordance with SKC mission and goals and the 4Cs.

• Prepare and deliver instruction to students using multiple instructional methods to include lecture, class projects, group work, guest speakers, place-based instruction, class presentations, and other appropriate strategies.

• Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.

• Evaluate the quality of student course work, essay/research paper assignments, and the class assignments, participation, etc.

• Collaborate with colleagues to design, enhance and improve teaching and research practices.

• Collaborate with department members to plan, implement, and participate in annual and long-term evaluation of program.

• Establish and maintain scheduled office hours. The instructor must be available to assist students in person, via email, online, and via phone with their academic and advising needs.

Advising

• Advise and mentor students in academic and vocational programs, career decisions, department and college policies, and maintain advising files for each advisee.

• Evaluate student transcripts to assure the student's academic record accurately reflects transfer credit earned, appropriate courses are taken for degree plans and graduation as needed. Submit appropriate paperwork, as necessary.

• Assist students to complete the graduation application, ensuring that all requirements are met and the application is filed within established timelines.

• Refer students to appropriate college and community resources.

• Work in conjunction with Enrollment Services and the Dean of the Native

• American Studies Division to ensure that the electronic advising module contains current, accurate course descriptions and degree requirements.

College/Committee Service

• Serve on academic and administrative committees to provide faculty input into institutional policies, departmental review, student retention and academic programs, and/or other appropriate areas.

• Attend Staff/Faculty, and departmental meetings.

• Participate in SKC campus and community events.

• Participate in college activities for students.

• Participate in college and reservation-wide cultural activities.

• Participate in professional development opportunities to increase knowledge in Selis, Ksanka, and Qlispe cultures and other areas relating to education and retention issues.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree is required, with an educational background in a related field such as:

  • Native American Studies

  • Integrative Indigenous Education

  • History

  • Political Science

  • American Indian Law & Policy

  • Natural Resource Law & Policy

  • Public Administration

  • Education

  • History

  • Tribal Governance

  • Environmental Studies

• Demonstrated studies on issues related to American Indian peoples, or Indigenous population, Confederated Salish, Pend d’Oreille, and Kootenai Tribes, and Montana tribes preferred.

• Experience working with Native American populations is preferred.

• Demonstrated experience and skill in teaching at undergraduate level is preferred

• Experience using Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, PPT, Access), the Google Suite, and various technologies to support instruction in the classroom, preferred experience working within Learning Management Systems (LMS).

• Ability to multi-task and independently organize and prioritize project activities.

• Must possess an understanding of culturally-sustaining and/or revitalizing educational strategies, communication, and critical-thinking skills.

• Work with students, faculty, and support service staff in diverse settings.

• Ability to work flexible hours.

• Excellent oral and written communication.

• The successful candidate is energetic, self-directed, and an effective team member with professional work habits.

To apply submit SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement (E.I. cover letter, resume and transcripts). Information you provide will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The Project Manager and Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs will be responsible for managing the completion of special projects for the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA), as well as serving as a confidential assistant for the VPAA and their office. The person in this position will be responsible for supporting the efforts of the Vice President in effectively and efficiently leading the Academic Affairs of Salish Kootenai College. This person will provide support for the oversight of grant work (including data processing and reporting) and other initiatives that cross organizational lines, and ensure College-wide initiatives led by the VPAA are completed successfully and in a timely manner.

The person in this position will assist in the coordination of projects and initiatives either directly involving or assigned by the VPAA and includes opportunities for direct involvement in campus-wide academic initiatives from early college through graduate education, special projects, and support for student success initiatives. This includes taking lead roles in community and campus meetings; co-writing project proposals; co-completion of grant and project reports.

The person in this position will frequently interact with students, faculty, staff, alumni, members of the community, and other internal and external stakeholders. This position requires self-direction, independent problem-solving skills, and professional work habits including but not limited to: timeliness; strong communication skills; contributing to a team; serving as a liaison between the VPAA and the public; and, creating and maintaining an environment that supports the administration, faculty, and staff in meeting the mission of Salish Kootenai College.

Project Manager and Assistant to the Vice President of Academic Affairs must possess and maintain a professional, approachable, and collegial appearance and demeanor, as well as extensive knowledge in computer operations.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the management of early college through graduate education initiatives through the co-writing of project applications and required reporting; organization, and sometimes leading, of Communities of Practice, campus and community meetings, and related committees; and assisting the VPAA with oversight of project implementation.

• Travel to project meetings and conferences, participate actively in project gatherings, and co-present on projects as appropriate.

• Perform clerical duties with accuracy and efficiency; Organize, maintain and prepare all department purchase requisitions, check requests and departmental expenditures including adjunct and part-time faculty mileage reimbursements and contracts for services.

• Organize, format and complete Adjunct and Part-time Teaching Agreements and Contract for Services on a quarterly basis.

• Coordinate quarterly scheduling and other affairs with Enrollment Services and efforts campus-wide.

• Greet and direct visitors in a kind and courteous manner.

• Provide information to students and make referrals to appropriate resources / people when appropriate.

• Screen incoming calls, take/deliver messages with confidentiality.

• Sort incoming mail and correspondence.

• Assist the VPAA with their urgent email and appointment calendar correspondence.

• Maintain an accurate filing system for the department.

• Format and compose written documents and communications, both electronically and in hard copy.

• Assist with grant reporting, as needed.

• Assist in monitoring and maintaining office equipment in operational mode and ordering office supplies and equipment as needed.

• Represent the VPAA at meetings in which, VPAA cannot attend.

• Attend events and other work functions outside of a traditional work schedule, including weekends and evening when required.

• Coordinate, oversee, and maintain course syllabi files on a quarterly basis.

• Schedule and coordinate appropriate video meetings and conferences for the VPAA.

• Work collaboratively with the VPAA to schedule and support team, committee, and other appropriate meetings.

• Support the Undergraduate Curriculum Committee and other applicable committees, including but not limited to: scheduling meetings, calling for agenda items, and recording, distributing, and filing minutes.

• Provide onboarding, training, and support for Adjunct Faculty.

• Other duties, as appropriate. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in one or more of the following specialties: public relations, business administration or management, communication, education, educational leadership, tribal governance and administration, media design, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.

• Five years of experience in customer service, office administration, management, recruitment, or similar interactive public position.

• Applied experience with business operations, procedures, and policies as well as experience with and email management software. Additional experience with student engagement and communication delivery systems, website, platform design, messaging, and other systems for digital communication will be expected.

• Ability to independently organize and prioritize activities of daily office operations.

• Excellent skills in communications, customer service, and public relations.

• Exceptional writing skills, ability to write and manage grants, and possess a comfortability using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• This position requires an individual who is energetic, self-directed, and demonstrates professional work habits.

• Knowledge of Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) education and SKC student population is preferred.

• Extensive project management and administrative assistant experience in office setting considered.

• Must have basic knowledge of office systems, filing procedures, and advanced computer skills.

• Must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and extreme discretion in frequently working with highly sensitive, proprietary information.

• Ability to complete projects accurately and problem solve while dealing professionally with numerous interruptions.

• Proficiency in higher education and workflow management platforms, specifically Jenzabar, Coursedog, Kissflow, and DocuSign, preferred.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The Housing Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the maintenance, safety, and overall functionality of SKC Student Housing facilities and its surrounding areas. This position performs general building maintenance, repairs, and upkeep of housing units, dormitories, and common areas to ensure a safe and well-maintained living environment for residents. This role functions as an equal member of the Housing Maintenance team and operates under the direct supervision of the Director of Housing. This position is not supervisory in nature and is expected to work efficiently and collaboratively within a team-based environment while maintaining accountability for individual assigned tasks.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain SKC Student Housing properties including; the laundry facilities, shared commons, dorms, housing units, storage units, maintenance office, and minor grounds maintenance (general pick up of garbage/trash).

• Complete repairs to maintain SKC Housing properties in good repair, which may include appliance repair, plumbing, electrical, furniture, painting, drywall, and floor repair.

• Work efficiently and effectively as an equal member of the Housing Maintenance team, collaborating with other maintenance technicians and staff to ensure timely completion of work orders and assignments.

• Complete Dorm(s) and unit inspections during the move-in/move-out process and at request ensuring complete and accurate documentation of findings.

• Stocking and preparing Dorms for move-in.

• Assist in training and supporting student employee(s) within the Housing Department in collaboration with the Director of Housing

• Assist with outside contractors and vendors in collaboration with the Director of Housing.

• Accept assignments

• Coordinate weekly with the Director of Housing and Housing staff to provide updates and progress reports on all assignments and duties.

• Attend all mandatory meetings and complete all mandatory training.

• Complete the Clery (CSA) Training within 60 days of hire.

• Become familiar and follow SKC and SKC Student Housing policies and procedures.

• Maintain and upkeep of SKC vehicles in coordination with SKC Transportation Department (check fluids and keep clean).

• Must maintain professional demeanor when interacting with students and employees including not engaging in confrontational or escalated communication.

• Quarterly performance reviews of assignments, work order completion time, documentation compliance, tool inventory audit accuracy, and vehicle compliance.

• All purchases of tools, equipment, parts, fuel, or supplies must receive prior written approval from the Director of Housing.

• Be accountable for tools, supplies, and equipment used in housing including but not limited to keeping them in good working condition, reporting issues within 48 hours, and keeping good records and inventory. All tools, supplies and equipment will be maintained on SKC property and available when needed.

• Maintain progress through the Kissflow system.

• Other duties as assigned provided they align with approved housing maintenance scope and policy.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Valid Montana Driver’s License.

• Three years’ experience in building repairs, including experience with plumbing and electrical.

• Six months experience in general house cleaning.

• Previous experience in building construction.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; e.g. with vendors, students, staff, and the public.

• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to use computer systems.

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team environment while maintaining accountability for individual assignments.

• Ability to collaborate respectfully with all maintenance technicians as an equal member.

• Work hours must be flexible to allow for working weekdays, weekends, days, evenings and holidays as needed due to emergency situations.

• Physically demanding position, the individual must be able to lift heavy objects over 50 lbs. and work in all types of weather.

• Experience with appliance repair is preferred, but not required.

To apply you must submit an SKC application and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The First-Year Experience Coordinator (FYEC) assists with the management, development, and execution of undergraduate student programs designed to increase first-year student retention. Reporting to the Director of Academic Success, the FYEC collaborates with multiple constituencies to provide a well-rounded, guided, and positive experience for all first-year students, helping students transition to and successfully navigate their first year at SKC.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate cultural, seasonally-based experiential learning activities on campus with Culture and Language Studies (CALS), Native American Studies (NAS), Department of Academic Success, and other campus programs. These activities may include, but not limited to beading, coyote stories, drum making, art, foods, drying meat, etc. to support and perpetuate the cultures of Séliš, Ksanka, and Qlispe’ people.

• Assist with the new Family Support Center coordination on campus and help develop family programs for new students.

• Assist the Admissions department with the coordination of creative programming elements for new student orientation, Bison Stampede, and other new student events, including cultural activities for new students.

• Co-teach SKC Seminar class to incoming students during F-W-S quarters.

• Assist with monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of new student programs and effect changes required for improvement.

• Attend student club meetings and engage students in activity planning and giving student clubs an opportunity to provide feedback on student activities.

• Assist with and help develop peer mentorship programs for first year students.

• Market activities on campus through social media, text and email.

• Collaborate with other SKC departments to support first-year students.

• Recruit, employ, train, supervise, and evaluate student workers who assist with campus activities coordinated by FYEC.

• Serve as a member of appropriate college committees.

• Represent the college professionally in the community.

• Support and help with Department of Academic Success events and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, or currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program with an expected completion date within three years.

• More than 1 year of experience working with college students in a role involving retention or a similar role.

• Experience assisting with the planning, development, and implementation of programs and resources for students to enhance student retention and success.

• Experience with the cultures of Séliš, Ksanka, and/or Qlispe’ peoples.

• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills and critical thinking skills.

• Strong organizational skills and detailed oriented.

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two or more years’ experience working in student retention or counseling role.

• Experience with grant and/or project management.

• Experience with visual communication.

• Experience with leadership or supervisory roles

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandova@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

Introduction:

Salish Kootenai College (SKC) was founded with a unique purpose: to serve the people of our communities in their workforce, academic, cultural, and language perpetuation needs. A decade ago, Atwen Incashola reminded us of the critical nature and duty of this work, and Kootenai Elders make a similar call today. Although we continually work to strengthen our collaborative contributions, the need has only grown. This work requires immediate, focused, and expanded support.

This moment provides an opportunity to serve our Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé communities in an even deeper way. Founded to serve the workforce, academic, and cultural perpetuation needs of our Tribes, Salish Kootenai College has the institutional capacity and is uniquely positioned to collaborate on and support the culture and language revitalization efforts of our Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé people. As an institution of higher learning grounded in our cultural and institutional values, SKC provides an environment guided by collaboration, innovation, research, and the long-term perpetuation and stewardship of language and culture. Therefore, SKC is prioritizing our efforts to collaboratively strengthen culture and language revitalization efforts for our Sqelixʷ and Ktunaxa languages and cultures.

Position Summary:

Acting in partnership with the President, the Director of Tribal Relations and Campus-wide Culture and Language Education serves two critical, interconnected functions. The first is to act as the primary strategic liaison between Salish Kootenai College (SKC) and our Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Ksanka culture committees, as well as other appropriate Tribal departments. The second critical function is to serve as the primary contact, facilitator, and lead for Salish Kootenai College’s culture and language education and revitalization efforts, supporting our campus, community, and affiliated network(s).

A central priority of this role is fostering deep, collaborative partnerships with the Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Ksanka Culture Committees, ensuring SKC remains a leader in self-determination and cultural vitality. Simultaneously, the Director will lead campus-wide culture and language efforts, potentially including the development of a dedicated Culture and Language Center and sustainable funding models to support these efforts into the future. These efforts will require strengthening our culture and language network while simultaneously coordinating a team of skilled speakers, scholars, educators, and cultural knowledge holders.

Given the advancing age of the remaining highly fluent speakers, this role carries significant urgency and responsibility. The Director will provide cultural, curricular, organizational, technical, and potentially intellectual leadership for language and culture revitalization—including fundraising, campus-wide culture and language perpetuation, curricula and resource development, documentation, and community engagement—while supporting the delivery of training in culture and language pedagogy and curriculum development, advocacy, documentation, archiving, and curation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cultural Leadership & Guided Collaboration This role serves as a key liaison between the Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Ksanka Culture Committees, our language communities, and the college. The goal is to ensure the collective wisdom and guidance of our people help shape the college’s strategic path while honoring the foundational work already being led by our community partners.

• Partner with Culture Committees and language speakers to design academic and institutional projects. This collaborative approach ensures that the college’s work complements and sustains cultural and linguistic integrity while supporting an environment of open learning and discovery.

• Work closely with the Culture Committees to review college frameworks—such as our "education-to-employment" pathways. This ensures that Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé values are meaningfully woven into the college's operations in a way that respects tribal authority and aligns with established community standards.

• Lead efforts to bring Native elders, cultural leaders, and community members into the college’s planning process. This ensures that the college remains responsive to the community and a place where the cultural priorities identified by our partners are honored.

• Lead coordination with CSKT’s sister tribes, Montana’s six other Tribal Colleges, and partnering Tribal Nations, ensuring all collaborations respect the sovereignty and unique protocols of each Tribal Nation and build upon shared regional successes.

1. Culture and Language Education Center Leadership & OperationsThis role serves as the founding Director of a potential Culture and Language Education Center at SKC, providing the operational and intellectual leadership required to build a sustainable revitalization hub that serves as a resource for the entire community.

• Leadership & Strategy

  • Facilitate appropriate conversations surrounding the possibility of establishing a Culture and Language Education Center at SKC. Then, secure funding, lead, and financially sustain the Culture and Language Education Center at SKC.

  • Support and strengthen our network of language scholars, highly fluent speakers, educators, and collaborators who support culture and language integration aligned with SKC’s mission.

  • Develop a written action plan with clear objectives, benchmarks, and timelines within the first weeks of the appointment, and regularly evolve it in collaboration with those in the language ecosystem.

  • Provide leadership and guidance for campus initiatives, including, but not limited to, recent and ongoing grant work to ensure they remain grounded and guided by cultural values, ways of being, CSKT’s Strategic Priorities, and feedback provided by the Culture Committees and other appropriate partners.

• Documentation, Curriculum, & Resource Development

  • In partnership with the Culture Committees and other language partners, support and amplify the documentation of our remaining highly fluent speakers and the translation of previously documented resources. This work will prioritize cultural safety, the comfort of our elders, and collaborative work with our partners to determine appropriate storage and use of shared knowledge.

  • Support the development of comprehensive curriculum materials. This work ensures that instructional lessons are not only linguistically accurate but are also culturally grounded and seamlessly integrate with existing language efforts in the community.

  • Coordinate the creation of language resources, including but not limited to digital and multimedia platforms and dictionaries that incorporate text, audio, and video, ensuring these tools are developed in accordance with the protocols and priorities as guided by the Culture Committees.

• Community Engagement & Advocacy

  • Coordinate mutual collaboration within SKC and with culture committees, Nk̓ʷusm, and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Tribal Education Department.

  • Educate and advocate alongside partnering leaders and entities to strengthen institutional and financial support for community-wide culture and language revitalization efforts.

  • Lead the organization of community-centered events that strengthen language use.

  • Support the expansion of community-requested language programming.

  • Support Culture Committees, language teachers, and advocates, as guided, in investigating priorities and community-supported strategies and language programming at SKC.

• Partnerships & Funding

  • Identify funding opportunities and lead proposal development and fundraising campaigns to secure supplemental resources.

  • Cultivate and sustain partnerships with the culture and language education network, especially those of our sister tribes and other TCUs.

  • Ensure that sustainability and cultural perpetuation strategies and revenue models align with SKC's mission, vision, and strategic plans, while being responsive to or considerate of the Tribe’s strategic priorities.

1. Strategic & Capital AdvisoryThis role provides the cultural lens through which the college's physical and financial future is viewed.

• Advise the President, Institutional Advancement Office (IAO), and other SKC departments and divisions on how the future capital campaign can prioritize cultural learning spaces and Indigenous-led workforce models.

• Advise the President to better ensure that institutional growth never outpaces or contradicts the College’s commitment to the values, ways of being, or self-determination of SKC and the CSKT.

• Advise and support the President and the campus about strengthening the culture and language foundation of campus-wide efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Eminent Scholarship, Bachelor’s, or Master’s Degree in: Education, Indigenous Language Education, Communication, Linguistics, Leadership, Native American Studies, Public Administration, or another related field required. Doctoral candidates in any of these or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Proven experience: 1) in leadership working with our Séliš, Ql̓ispé, and Ksanka communities or in culturally diverse settings with respect for local cultural protocols; 2) in or with an educational system, preferred higher education; 3) Project management and funding attainment (e.g., grant writing, philanthropic engagements, report writing, leading teams or collaborators toward mutual outcomes); 4) facilitating partnerships and collaborations among Tribal partners, especially within the CSKT.

• Deep fluency in the history, traditions, cultures, languages, and contemporary issues of the Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé peoples.

• Ability to navigate complex inter-institutional relationships between Tribal, State, and Federal entities with a critical focus on building and maintaining strong partnerships with both the Séliš-Ql̓ispé and Ksanka Culture Committees and other appropriate partners.

• A fierce commitment to the mission and vision of Salish Kootenai College.

• Open to Tribal Members and First-Generation Descendants of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants must provide explanation of experience as an Eminent Scholar in the cover letter. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position. The information you provide with your application and resume will be used as deciding factors in our employment process

General Summary:

Salish Kootenai College seeks a highly analytical and strategic Project Director to lead a short-term Strategic Initiatives and Institutional Readiness initiative that may lead to a more substantial project. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between education and employment for Native and rural youth by envisioning sustainable systems and coordinating external regional partnerships, especially those with the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes. A primary focus of this position is overseeing a campus-wide gaps analysis and provide collaborative reconsiderations for current organizational structures to ensure SKC is grounded in our mission, vision, values, and is operationally ready for multiple year implementation of sustainable education-to-employment frameworks and an accompanying capital campaign.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Governance & Compliance

• Manage the project’s timeline, ensuring all milestones are met.

• Work closely with the Institutional Advancement, Institutional Effectiveness, the Executive Council, and the President to establish baseline metrics, program success, and verify outcome data.

• Act as the primary liaison for the AMB Family Foundation regarding technical reporting, budget management, and summative evaluations.

1. Oversight of Organizational Assessment

• Oversee the external contract this includes managing the evaluation of current administrative procedures and staffing structures, as well as facilitating focus groups across all SKC departments.

• Lead the collaborative synthesis of gathered data to identify institutional assets, and barriers. A primary focus will be evaluating how existing structures support or hinder the integration of "education-to-employment" pathways for Native and rural youth.

• Oversee the development of collaboratively determined recommendations for SKC’s organizational structure, prioritizing data collection and operational efficiency while remaining grounded in SKC’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

• Ensure all recommendations support the long-term goal of strengthening and sustaining campus-wide efforts and youth development offerings.

1. Capital Campaign & Sustainability Planning

• Partner with the President, Executive Council, and Institutional Advancement to lead the development of a Comprehensive Sustainability and Capital Readiness Plan.

• Identify and prioritize critical infrastructure needs for a future capital campaign, including housing, academic facilities, technology, workforce development centers, and dedicated cultural spaces.

• Contribute to the design of long-term sustainability models, prioritizing innovative campus resource utilization and community-based revenue streams.

• Lead the collaborative development of high-level briefing materials, case statements, and prospectuses to secure funding from potential philanthropic partners.

• Collaboratively prepare grant submissions and contracts to ensure the continued sustainability of this position, ongoing research efforts, and the education-to-employment pipeline for Native and rural youth.

1. Workforce & Academic Integration

• Coordinate collaboration between appropriate SKC parties, Montana Tribal Colleges, and the Montana University System to build on SKC’s current articulation agreements and dual-enrollment pathways.

• Support the management and expansion of regional employer partnerships to secure additional formal internship and apprenticeship agreements.

• Collaborate with appropriate SKC parties to support workforce readiness workshops and student engagement events (targeting 200+ students).

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Education: Master’s degree and experience in Education, Leadership, Higher Education, Educational Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Development, Public Administration, Native American Studies, Leadership Development, and any Indigenous-centered or related field.

• Experience:

• Proven track record in coordination, leadership, organizational assessment, and/or change management in an Indigenous higher education setting.

• 3-5 years of experience in facilitation, project management, institutional advancement, Indigenous education/research, and/or leadership.

• Documented experience working with the Séliš, Ksanka, and Ql̓ispé communities, the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, and/or in culturally diverse settings, with respect for local community and cultural protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate or other terminal degree.

• Experience in Higher Education.

• Experience in capital campaign planning or large-scale institutional fundraising.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, cover letter, resume, three professional references and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement. Applicants are asked to provide copies of academic transcripts and any other educational, training or applicable credential or license, which may support your application for this position.

To apply you must submit an SKC application, resume and applicable transcripts to Human Resources, P.O. Box 70, Pablo, MT 59855 or email Venessa_sandoval@skc.eduDavid_miller@skc.edu Your application must include evidence that you have the skills, experiences and abilities indicated in this announcement (E.I. cover letter, resume and transcripts). Information you provide will be used as deciding factors in our employment process.

General Summary:

The role of the faculty is to facilitate individual and group opportunities of learning that allow students to meet the educational outcomes of the BSN Nursing Program. To achieve these outcomes, faculty and students form a partnership in an atmosphere of care and mutual respect.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Tutoring 60%

• Plan, prepare, and organize a variety of culturally relevant tutoring strategies and support for nursing students one-on-one or small groups.

• Plan and supervise learning activities for students

• Maintain scheduled office hours and availability to assist students with learning difficulties

• Respond to students in a timely manner

• Participate in retention program planning and development

Lab assisting 15%

• Assist lab instructor with restocking, cleaning lab supplies, and setting up lab stations.

• Provide student assistance at lab stations

• Assist lab instructor with monitoring students during open lab hours

• Assist with competency check-offs

Teaching 10%

• Plan, prepare, and organize a variety of culturally relevant teaching/learning strategies and instructional material for classroom, clinical, lab, and/or simulation

• Instruct students in classroom, clinical, lab, and/or simulation under the oversight of master’s prepared faculty.

• Prepare and maintain student records related to course room and learning activities.

• Maintain scheduled office hours and availability to assist students with learning difficulties.

• Responsible for: completing the syllabus according to department and college guidelines, placement of all course documents on Brightspace, posting final grades to JICS, and posting all course documents to Google Drive/Docs

• Participate in problem solving of student, course, exam, and department issues and other issues as they arise.

• Participate in the development and evaluation of Nursing Department policies and procedures. Participate in ongoing assessment and revision of the Student Nurse Handbook.

• Participate in Community Partner meetings.

• Attend nursing department meetings; responsible for various action plans arising from department meetings. Responsible for reporting back to the team on solutions/outcomes in the areas of responsibility.

• Demonstrate proficiency in Learning Management System, instructional technology, computer programs, and other computerized teaching tools as needed for their particular

• Demonstrate teamwork; assist others, communicate and collaborate to contribute to the overall functioning of the department.

• Mentoring new faculty as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned.

Advising 5%

• Advise students on a program of study.

• Refer students to appropriate college and community resources.

• Assist students in the course registration process.

• Help students explore their program of study and specific courses based on the students’ short and long-term career and educational plans.

College Service 5%

• Serve on college committees as appropriate.

• Participate in college activities for students.

• Participate in college and reservation-wide cultural activities.

• Attend college-wide staff/faculty meetings and in-services.

Professional Development 5%

• Participate in professional organizations.

• Achieve advanced degrees and certification.

• Maintain proficiency in areas of responsibility of teaching and/or clinical practice.

• Attends selected professional development activities.

• Utilizes ongoing peer review in self-evaluation.

Required Qualifications:

• The applicant shall hold an unencumbered, active license as a Registered Nurse in Montana or be eligible to apply for one via reciprocity from another state.

• The applicant shall hold a minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is preferred.

• Experience with tutoring, teaching, and/or lab instruction is preferred.

• The applicant will possess a clear background check.