Ilinniarvimmi Inuusiliriji bei Government of Nunavut

The Ilinniarvimmi Inuusiliriji facilitates communication links between the classroom, family, community and student and establishes and maintains a good rapport with all students, staff and parents. The Ilinniarvimmi Inuusiliriji supports students, supports parental engagement, and participates in the on-going work of the Community Interagency Committee as assigned by the Prinicpal. The Ilinniarvimmi Inuusiliriji also works with school staff, parents and/or an interagency team to develop culturally appropriate support strategies for students and acts as an interpreter in situations as directed.

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through completion of Grade 12 or of Adult Basic Education (ABE) equivalent to Grade 12 or higher; along with five (5) or more years of experience working at the community level. Ilinniarvimmi Inuusiliriji should also have a First Aid certificate, as well as completion of the Suicide Prevention training (ASIST) and Mental Health First Aid Training.  This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. 

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. 
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. 
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates. With one of the fastest growing and youngest populations in Canada, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory, committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement.