Centre Director – Tarsakallak School & Kiluutaq School (2 Positions)
Top Benefits
About the role
Open until filled
CD040&1302603-01
Department
General Administration
BEFORE
June 30th, 2026 at 4pm
LOCATION
Aupaluk & Umiujaq
SALARY
FROM $100,606
TO $134,139
STATUS
Full-Time Regular
START DATE
March 2026
It’s definitely a challenge. […] but I believe in what we are doing here. I get feedback from people who visit our school. They like the atmosphere, tell me how we have such great students, great resources and, all in all, things are going well. That moves me.
THOMASSIE MANGIOK
Centre Director - Nuvviti School
FUNCTION & DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director General, the Centre Director is the senior administrator of the Board in his/her community and is responsible for all aspects of the organization and administration of the community school and its related services. Other duties include:
Responsible for the implementation of Board and local policy as determined by the Commissioners and the local Education Committee.
Is the liaison between the community and the
Responsible for the organization and supervision of the physical plant including school, residences, shops, warehouse, vehicles and equipment.
Is the Secretary-Treasurer of the local Education
Supervise, mentor and manage employees under their responsibility.
Is responsible for all aspects of the organization and administration of Board activities within his/her
QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study certifying a minimum three (3)-year university program or hold a senior or senior executive staff position, excluding a position as manager, in a board.
The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned qualification requirements if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.
REQUIREMENTS:
Fluency in Inuktitut and either French or English
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the field of administration or education or equivalent relevant experience recognized by the Board
Must have been a full-time resident of an Inuit community of Nunavik for at least ten (10) years
An understanding of the Quebec Education system and Chapter 17 of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement is an asset.
CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:
Class 00-08 as per the working conditions of managers at KI: from $100,606 to $134,139 annually depending on qualifications and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.
You may be eligible to benefits such as:
-
30 days paid vacation
-
Up to 10 paid recuperation days
-
2-week paid holiday period
-
Free parking
-
Employee and Family Assistance Program
-
Career development opportunities
and, when applicable, other benefits such as:
-
Summer schedule
-
Northern premium
-
Food transportation allocation
-
Paid relocation benefits
-
Retention and attraction premium
-
Up to three (3) round trips to and from Nunavik
Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Nakurmiik!
About Kativik School Board
The Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, the school board of Nunavik, was created in 1975, under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA).
Under the JBNQA, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is granted the power and jurisdiction to develop and deliver specific educational services and programs consistent with Inuit culture. The mission of the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is therefore twofold. On the one hand, it acts as a regular regional school board for all Nunavik residents. On the other hand, it also acts as an exclusive Inuit institution with unique powers and jurisdictions that aim to protect, maintain, and develop the Inuit language, culture, and way of life.
Since 1978, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has been the exclusive provider of academic services to the population of Nunavik. The education programs developed by the school board are offered in all schools of the 14 Nunavik communities, in Inuktitut as first language and in French and English as second languages. The school board operates 17 primary and secondary schools as well as 5 adult education center.
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Centre Director – Tarsakallak School & Kiluutaq School (2 Positions)
Top Benefits
About the role
Open until filled
CD040&1302603-01
Department
General Administration
BEFORE
June 30th, 2026 at 4pm
LOCATION
Aupaluk & Umiujaq
SALARY
FROM $100,606
TO $134,139
STATUS
Full-Time Regular
START DATE
March 2026
It’s definitely a challenge. […] but I believe in what we are doing here. I get feedback from people who visit our school. They like the atmosphere, tell me how we have such great students, great resources and, all in all, things are going well. That moves me.
THOMASSIE MANGIOK
Centre Director - Nuvviti School
FUNCTION & DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director General, the Centre Director is the senior administrator of the Board in his/her community and is responsible for all aspects of the organization and administration of the community school and its related services. Other duties include:
Responsible for the implementation of Board and local policy as determined by the Commissioners and the local Education Committee.
Is the liaison between the community and the
Responsible for the organization and supervision of the physical plant including school, residences, shops, warehouse, vehicles and equipment.
Is the Secretary-Treasurer of the local Education
Supervise, mentor and manage employees under their responsibility.
Is responsible for all aspects of the organization and administration of Board activities within his/her
QUALIFICATIONS:
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field of study certifying a minimum three (3)-year university program or hold a senior or senior executive staff position, excluding a position as manager, in a board.
The Board may, at its discretion, waive any or all of the aforementioned qualification requirements if it finds a suitable candidate who is a beneficiary of the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement and who accepts, as a condition of employment, to follow a training plan determined by the Board.
REQUIREMENTS:
Fluency in Inuktitut and either French or English
A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the field of administration or education or equivalent relevant experience recognized by the Board
Must have been a full-time resident of an Inuit community of Nunavik for at least ten (10) years
An understanding of the Quebec Education system and Chapter 17 of the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement is an asset.
CLASSIFICATION / SALARY / BENEFITS:
Class 00-08 as per the working conditions of managers at KI: from $100,606 to $134,139 annually depending on qualifications and experience. All benefits are prorated based on the percentage of the task.
You may be eligible to benefits such as:
-
30 days paid vacation
-
Up to 10 paid recuperation days
-
2-week paid holiday period
-
Free parking
-
Employee and Family Assistance Program
-
Career development opportunities
and, when applicable, other benefits such as:
-
Summer schedule
-
Northern premium
-
Food transportation allocation
-
Paid relocation benefits
-
Retention and attraction premium
-
Up to three (3) round trips to and from Nunavik
Only the candidates under consideration will be contacted.
Nakurmiik!
About Kativik School Board
The Kativik Ilisarniliriniq, the school board of Nunavik, was created in 1975, under the James Bay and Northern Quebec Agreement (JBNQA).
Under the JBNQA, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is granted the power and jurisdiction to develop and deliver specific educational services and programs consistent with Inuit culture. The mission of the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq is therefore twofold. On the one hand, it acts as a regular regional school board for all Nunavik residents. On the other hand, it also acts as an exclusive Inuit institution with unique powers and jurisdictions that aim to protect, maintain, and develop the Inuit language, culture, and way of life.
Since 1978, the Kativik Ilisarniliriniq has been the exclusive provider of academic services to the population of Nunavik. The education programs developed by the school board are offered in all schools of the 14 Nunavik communities, in Inuktitut as first language and in French and English as second languages. The school board operates 17 primary and secondary schools as well as 5 adult education center.