Food Sovereignty Program Assistant

Required Qualifications: 

• Interest in Indigenous food systems, community-based research, or Indigenous Science.  

• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.  

• Ability to work effectively with community members, including Elders, students, and staff.  

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Basic computer skills (email, word processing, spreadsheets).  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Valid driver’s license.  

• Experience working with local Ojibwe communities and/or other Indigenous communities.  

• Background in agriculture, environmental studies, Indigenous Studies, or related fields.  

• Experience with community outreach, event coordination, or research support.  

• Familiarity with Indigenous data sovereignty or community-based research methods.  

• Assist with planning and implementing workshops, classes, and community events related to gardening, seed saving, traditional foods, and land-based learning.  
• Support the maintenance of gardens, greenhouses, and outdoor teaching areas, including planting, harvesting, and general upkeep.  
• Prepare materials, set up spaces, and assist with logistics for events and activities.  
• Help with community outreach, including scheduling, creating flyers, managing sign-ups, and communicating with participants.  
• Collect and organize basic program data for reports, grants, and evaluations.  
• Assist faculty and staff with organizing research meetings, taking notes, tracking tasks, and maintaining project documentation.  
• Support communication with tribal departments, community partners, and external researchers.  
• Help ensure research activities follow tribal protocols, community values, and data sovereignty principles.  
• Draft outreach materials such as flyers, newsletters, and social media posts.  
• Assist with preparing presentations, posters, and reports for community events or conferences.  
• Maintain organized digital files and communication records. 

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified American Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934, (Title 25, USC Section 472).

Leech Lake Tribal College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.