Tribal Governance and Business Management Faculty

SCOPE OF WORK:  
Northwest Indian College invites applicants for a full-time faculty position at the Lummi main campus in the Tribal Governance and Business Management (TGBM) department. The TGBM faculty member is responsible for teaching college-level Business and Tribal Governance courses in Native American leadership, sovereignty, economic development, entrepreneurship, and management. Experience teaching accounting as well as working with online hybrid modality, VCH and Canvas, is preferred.

Faculty shall acknowledge the cultural perspective of students and use a variety of methods to convey necessary knowledge and skills, and develop student self-esteem. The faculty member is expected to prepare students for developing the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to be productive and successful administrators in tribal community and business organizations. The faculty member is expected to prepare students for the completion of NWIC degrees.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  
1. Teaching and Student Success. The faculty member is expected to teach 15 credit hours of courses quarterly. Extra classes will be added if the student count in courses is low. The faculty member is expected to prepare students for completion of NW IC degrees and for transfer to four-year institutions. 
• Teach undergraduate courses in Tribal Governance and Business Management, both in person and online. 
• Maintain high-quality, culturally responsive instruction that incorporates Indigenous knowledge, values, and community-based learning.  
• Advise and mentor students regarding academic progress, career pathways, and transfer opportunities. 
• Assess student learning outcomes and participate in program assessment activities. 
• Maintain regular office hours and provide timely support to students. 
• Develop course syllabi and curricula. 
• Submit necessary reports where applicable such as enrollment, progress and grading information in a timely manner. 
• Maintain and update course canvas pages with assignments, course materials, and resources.  
• Order textbooks and supplies in advance of courses taught following established college timelines. 
• Create an environment, a presentation style and a pace in which learning is enhanced. 
• Participate in Professional Development Activities 
• Obtain working knowledge and skills concerning Canvas and educational systems. 

2. Site Liaison and Community Engagement 
• Serve as the primary TGBM liaison to instructional sites and extended campus locations. 
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with site coordinators, tribal education departments, and community partners. 
• Coordinate communication between the program, students, faculty, and site personnel. 
• Support recruitment, retention, and completion efforts across all sites.

3. Internship and Workforce Development 
• Establish and maintain partnerships with tribal governments, tribal enterprises, nonprofit organizations, and community agencies. 
• Identify, develop, and coordinate internship and practicum placements for students. 
• Assist students in securing internships aligned with their academic and career goals. 
• Monitor internship experiences and collaborate with supervisors to ensure meaningful learning outcomes. 
• Support workforce development initiatives and career readiness programming.

4. Program Development and Service 
• Participate in curriculum review, program planning, and accreditation activities. 
• Contribute to the development of new courses, certificates, and degree pathways. 
• Serve on college committees and participate in faculty governance. 
• Collaborate with faculty across disciplines to support interdisciplinary programming. 
• Participate in community outreach, recruitment, and college events 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED to perform this position successfully:  
Minimum Qualifications:   
• Master's degree in Business or Public Administration, or ongoing enrollment in Master’s degree program. 
• Experience teaching at the postsecondary or secondary level (TA experience acceptable; instructor experience preferred). 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal/people skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills, handling multiple tasks and numerous student tiles. 
• Ability to work well on an independent basis with minimal supervision. 

Preferred Qualifications:  
• Tribal Governance and Business Management Graduate  
• Experience working in a tribal college setting. 
• Experience working with and advising adult students. 
• Experience with and sensitivity to Native American people and cultural customs. 
• Experience working with adult distance learning programs, including online hybrid modality.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  
Interested individuals should submit the following application materials directly to the NWIC 
Human Resources Office only. 
1. Cover letter addressing how you meet the position qualifications 
2. NWIC Application 
3. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) form 
4. Current and complete professional resume 
5. Copies of colleges transcripts (official copy requested at time of hire) 
6. Three letters of recommendation from persons, who not members of your immediate family, who have firsthand knowledge of your qualifications for the position 
7. If applicable to the position, provide copies of certificates/licenses/credentials

The job announcement and application forms are available online at www.nwic.edu/aboutnwic/employment or may be requested from and submitted directly to:

Northwest Indian College 
Human Resources 
2522 Kwina Road Building 26 
Bellingham, WA 98226-9278 
Telephone/Fax: (360) 392-4230 
Email: employment@nwic.edu