Faculty, Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 114,000; Part time

Job summary

The British Columbia Institute of Technology seeks a temporary, part-time Faculty, Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence to enhance Indigenous perspectives in their School of Business and Media. This role entails leading storytelling sessions, mentoring students, and integrating Indigenous cultural teachings into course content.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation

Employer-paid extended health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to BCIT Flexible Learning courses

Wellness and Employee Assistance programs

Complimentary fitness membership

Qualifications

• Must be an Indigenous media professional with at least 10 years experience.
• Experience teaching or mentoring in post-secondary settings.
• Expertise in storytelling through various media.

Responsibilities

• Leads interactive storytelling sessions with students.
• Guides ethical Indigenous storytelling practices.
• Incorporates Indigenous principles into course content.

Skills

Storytelling

Community Engagement

Cultural Knowledge Sharing

Ethical Representation in Media

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related discipline

Job description

Who We Are

At BCIT , putting people at the core of everything we do is paramount. This idea is the foundation of BCIT’s People Vision , which describes the Institute’s goals and priorities in respect to our people. In a complex and uncertain world, it’s vital our people feel valued, supported and connected. BCIT champions a culture of innovation and global progress through people’s imagination and creativity. With a competitive compensation package, great work-life balance, and career advancement opportunities, see why we’ve earned the title of one of BC’s Top Employers for over ten years running.

Position Summary

BCIT’s School of Business and Media is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.6 FTE ) Faculty, Indigenous Storyteller-in-Residence. This position brings Indigenous ways of knowing and shares cultural knowledge, oral traditions and media storytelling expertise to programs to expand Indigenous knowledge and perspectives in the School. Engages with students and faculty on knowledge transmission, community connection, and truth-telling. Provides guidance on ethical Indigenous representation in media, the history of Indigenous storytelling traditions, and the role of media in truth and reconciliation.

Duties & Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Storytelling and knowledge sharing

• Leads interactive storytelling sessions, sharing oral histories, lived experiences, and perspectives grounded in Indigenous ways of knowing.
• Guides students in understanding and practicing ethical Indigenous storytelling and representation in media.
• Provides cultural context and teachings on Indigenous media history, including traditional and contemporary storytelling methods (e.g., oral traditions, documentary filmmaking, podcasting, journalism, radio).

Curriculum and learning integration

• Collaborates with faculty to incorporate Indigenous storytelling principles into course content.
• Offers guest lectures, workshops, and mentorship opportunities across programs.
• Supports students in developing projects that incorporate Indigenous knowledge, perspectives, and voices.

Community engagement and relationship building

• Connects students with Indigenous journalists, filmmakers, podcasters, and other media professionals.
• Encourages reciprocal learning by bringing Indigenous community voices into classroom discussions.

Truth and reconciliation in media

• Addresses the role of journalism, storytelling, and media in shaping Indigenous narratives, past and present.
• Educates students on media responsibility in covering Indigenous issues and communities.
• Provides insight into Indigenous media ethics, sovereignty in storytelling, and decolonizing media practices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• Experience teaching or mentoring in post-secondary, media, or community education settings.
• Must be an Indigenous media professional with at least 10 years experience.
• Expertise in storytelling (e.g., journalist, filmmaker, podcaster, documentarian, broadcaster, writer).
• Deep understanding of Indigenous oral traditions and storytelling practices.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and/or organizations.
• Strong knowledge of media ethics, Indigenous representation, and reconciliation efforts in Canada.

Other Skills/Attributes:

• Familiarity with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, particularly CTA 86.

Additional Information

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position )
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans !
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact [e-mail] . Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Email applications will not be accepted.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Range Salary Range: $65,045 - $113,545 per annum.

Additional Salary Information

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.

Posting Category

Posting Category Faculty

Department 2

Department 2 SOBM Broadcast Dept

Campus Location

Campus Location Burnaby campus

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit BCIT Faculty and Staff Association (FSA)

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained? Successful candidates will be required to submit official transcript(s) from the granting institution for verification.
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters Degree
  • PHD
• * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
  • 0-1
  • 1-2
  • 3-5
  • 6-9
  • 10+
• * Where a successful applicant places within the salary range is dependent on education, experience, and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement. Are you satisfied with being placed on this range?
  • Yes
  • No
• * All positions at BCIT require on campus presence at the applicable campus location(s). This means the successful candidate must be able to and willing to relocate to the Lower Mainland. Please select from the following that best describes your situation:
  • I currently reside in the Lower Mainland
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland, however I am willing and able to relocate if found to be the successful candidate
  • I do not currently reside in the Lower Mainland and I am unwilling to relocate
• This position is temporary with an anticipated end date. At the time of posting, there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date.
  • I acknowledge that there is no guarantee of extension past the anticipated end date of this temporary position.