Job Description

We are seeking a student assistant to work with us to support the on-going development of a digital text that will be an Open Education Resource used by students and other interested stakeholders.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use a variety of software to modify and create digital content
• Convert text for use in Pressbooks
• Gather, review, and annotate published information (text/media) that could be useful for learners
• Create video recordings based on Indigenous Elder, Knowledge Keeper, scholar, and community members interviews on a variety of topics
• Attend and capture content at Indigenous events that can be incorporated into the text
• Able to work shifts during the day, evening, and weekends as scheduled
• Provide project support in consultation, committee and review meetings to elevate the status of the OER to meet publishing standards

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enrolled as a full-time student at the University of Prince Edward Island
• Excellent reading and revision of textual content skills
• Strong command of grammar, citation formats, and survey data
• Able to work independently on assigned projects with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills
• Professional attitude and demeanor
• Experience using image, audio, and/or video editing software and where required, coding software to create professional web presence

Assets:

• Indigenous ancestry
• Knowledge of Indigenous protocols
• Completion of upper-level Indigenous courses
• Knowledge of local Indigenous communities and culture
• Interviewing skills
• Knowledge of the Pressbooks system (

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Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.
Application Instructions:
Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.
If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, University of Prince Edward Island, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.
UPEI is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation and believes in providing a positive learning and working environment where every person feels empowered to contribute. UPEI is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from underrepresented groups including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. If you require accommodation in any part of the process, please direct your inquiries, in confidence, to our HR Officer, . Applications will not be accepted via email.
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