Employment

Language Assistant - **Lekwungen members only

Esquimalt Nations mission is to build a legacy for present and future generations of Esquimalt Nation members by ensuring our work is rooted in the teachings and natural laws that flow from the Sacred Trust. We promote and advance holistic health, self-sufficiency and safety of Esquimalt Nation members by offering meaningful programs and services and working with our partners for mutually beneficial goals.

Language Assistant

Temporary, Casual                                                                      $20.00/hour

Full time: 32 hours per week

In collaboration with Director of Education and the Language Expert, the Language Assistant is responsible for documenting the Lekwungen language as recorded by the Expert. The language assistant is responsible for:

• Reviewing dictionary entries with the Expert to ensure they fit within the corresponding example sentences;
• Working with the Language Expert to review the spelling of words;
• Ensuring any updates, changes or additions are added to the language database;
• Conducting word searches within the language database;
• Participating in training sessions that help the language department in the accurate documentation of the Lekwungen language.

Successful candidates will:

• Be of Lekwungen descent
• Be willung to work 8 hours per day, 4 days per week

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