Job Description

Indigenous Traditional Knowledge Keeper

Indigenous Social Work

Tenure Track

Saskatoon Campus



First Nations University of Canada provides an opportunity for students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life, and to preserve, protect and interpret the history, language, culture, and artistic heritage of First Nations people. The University is a unique place of learning specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students alike within a culturally supportive environment. First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution. Wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality are the values of the First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv).



The School of Indigenous Social Work (SISW) at the FNUniv invites applications for a tenure-track Indigenous Traditional Knowledge Keeper position. The SISW is seeking candidates who have a strong Indigenous knowledge base and experience in the areas of philosophy, spirituality, treaties, self-government, residential schools and healing. Areas of particular interest include field education practice and supervision, Indigenous child welfare, health and mental health, Indigenous social work practice with individuals, families and communities. The successful candidate will teach at the BINSW and MISW levels.



The SISW provides a Diploma of Indigenous Social Work (DINSW), Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work (BINSW) and a Master of Indigenous Social Work (MISW) through the cooperation of the Faculty of Social Work, University of Regina and the First Nations University of Canada. The School of Indigenous Social Work program is accredited through the Canadian Association of Social Work Education (CASWE). The SISW provides the academic and cultural training for social work students to work in First Nations and non-First Nations communities.

Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a master's degree along with a BINSW or MISW, and those with a PhD in Social Work are preferred. A minimum of five years of post-MISW/MSW social work experience is required.



The ideal candidate will have an established record of teaching experience and demonstrate a strong background in working, teaching, or living within Indigenous environments. The ability to speak an Indigenous language is considered a valuable asset. The successful candidate will be a recognized Knowledge Keeper within the broader community, able to hold ceremonies as needed and as recommended for the Indigenous Social Work (INSW) program. They will also coordinate the cultural components of INSW culture camps, act as a cultural knowledge resource for both students and faculty and organize and compile cultural resources to support learning and community engagement.



If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.

Closing Date:

November 30, 2025

Start Date:

January 1, 2026



We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position. Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.



Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.