ABOUT WILLIAMS LAKE FIRST NATION (WLFN)

The Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN), or the T’exelcemc (people of WLFN) have belonged to the Secwepemc (or Shuswap) Nation for over 6500 years. Today, the WLFN community includes a growing population of over 800 registered members who live on reserve in Sugar Cane, in nearby Williams Lake, BC, and across the globe.

We are Culturally Centered, Future Focused. WLFN provides staff with an excellent benefits package, RSP matching up to 8%, 3 weeks’ vacation upon completion of probationary period, and many other benefits.

Deadline for Applications: Open until filled.

POSITION

Reporting to the Stewardship Forester.

Employment Type

Term (May 5th – August 29th, 2025), Full Time, 35 hours per week.

Probation Period

3 months from the date of hire.

Education Required

Post-secondary education in Forestry and/or Environment, or related fields.

Experience Required

Minimum 1 year experience in forestry, field-based forestry, environmental or related experience.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1.  Works collaboratively with other researchers on data collection.
2. Works cooperatively with contractors and stakeholders, in addition to working independently in a field environment.
3. Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders regarding the status of projects.
4. Assists the Stewardship Forester, Silviculture Forester, and Natural Resource’s department where required.
5. Supports the mission, vision, and values of Williams Lake First Nation.
6. Contributes to Williams Lake First Nations ongoing success by accomplishing other duties as required or assigned.
7. Ministry staff collaboration days focused on vegetation.
8. Ministry staff collaboration days focused on field plots.
9. Ministry staff collaboration days focused on working with soil.
10. Several days of Fire Training with UBC.
11. Data Entry.

Salary: $25.00-$28.00/hour depending on experience.

To apply, please email: vanessa.clement@wlfn.ca

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry – per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We thank all those individuals who applied. Given the large number of applicants we receive for our job postings, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Project Facilitator – Revive Thrive Initiative

Contract Details

• Part-time (up to 6 hours/week), Two-Year Term
• Compensation: $30-$35 per hour, based on experience
• Contract Type: Independent contractor (responsible for own taxes and reporting)
• Reports to: Executive Director, Social Planning Council of Williams Lake and Area
• Flexible work schedule, in-person engagement required

Role Overview The Project Facilitator will coordinate and support the Revive Thrive Initiative, a community-driven poverty reduction project guided by the Communities Ending Poverty (CEP) Leadership Table. In partnership with Tamarack Community and the Western Canada Leads Initiative, the role focuses on community engagement, planning local pop-up service events, and developing a lived/living experience advisory group. The facilitator will help maintain momentum, foster collaboration, and ensure local voices and leadership stay central to the initiative.

Key Responsibilities
1. CEP Leadership Table Coordination

• Facilitate regular communication and engagement with the CEP Leadership Table.
• Support discussions, decision-making, and track collective commitments.
• Ensure community-driven guidance shapes the project.

2. Pop-Up Project Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate in-person pop-up events, including logistics and partner engagement.
• Work closely with service providers to ensure they are prepared and supported.
• Assist in maintaining project momentum and tracking milestones.

3. Lived/Living Experience Advisory Group

• Establish and support an advisory group of at least three people with lived or living experience.
• Coordinate meetings and facilitate meaningful input into project design and evaluation.
• Ensure their insights are integrated into project planning.

4. Community Engagement & Communication

• Work with SPC and the Leadership Table to share project updates locally.
• Provide content and photos to support communications and outreach materials.
• Maintain simple data tracking systems for project deliverables.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Experience in community development, project coordination, and/or social services.
• Ability to work independently and maintain local relationships with limited supervision.
• Familiarity with poverty reduction strategies and working with lived experience groups.
• Basic organizational skills and comfort using tracking tools.

Please submit your cover letter and resume to info@wlspc.ca by April 16, 2025

The Finance Assistant contributes to the overall success of the organization by providing effective provision of financial services to the organization.  The Assistant provides professional, accurate and timely information, and assists in accounts receivables, accounts payables, and assists with annual reporting requirements.  The Finance Assistant must have strong working relationships with staff and external clients, can verify information and process payments following appropriate protocols.

Employment Type

• Permanent full time – 35 hours per week.

Probation Period

• 3 months from the date of hire.

Education Required

• Diploma/certificate in bookkeeping, accounting, or related field.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience of progressively responsible experience in finance/accounting.
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working in Microsoft Office Software.

Overtime Status

• Non-exempt.

Salary

• $21.57 – $32.35 hourly

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide sophisticated calendar management for the CFO – Prioritize inquiries and requests while troubleshooting conflicts; make judgements and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day engagements.
• Act as a liaison and provide support to the CFO – Arrange and handle all logistics for the CFO meetings, Finance Audit Committee meetings and events: schedule meetings; draft agendas; develop, compile, and distribute presentation materials; and record meeting minutes.
• Complete a broad variety of administrative tasks that facilitate the CFO’s ability to effectively do tasks, including assisting with special projects; designing and producing complex documents, reports, and presentations; collecting and preparing information for meetings with staff and outside parties; composing and preparing correspondence; maintaining contact lists; making travel arrangements; and completing expense and mileage reports.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external constituencies on all matters pertaining to the CFO, including those of a highly confidential or critical nature. Prioritize and determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response, exercising judgement to reflect the CFO’s style and organization policy.
• Work closely with the CFO to keep well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Anticipate the CFO’s needs in advance of meetings, conferences, etc.
• Maintain open communications with the WLFN Finance team.
• Manage Finance Manual, Finance Support Manual, Finance presentation, FAL Work Plan, Tangible Capital Asset Ledger upkeep,
• Coordinate the CFO outreach activities.
• Assists CFO in policy development when required
• Credit Card Reconciliations: Manage credit card reconciliations for the CFO.
• Maintains RIMS filing and systems for CFO’s files such as correspondence, emails and reports creating and labelling files.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies for the CFO.
• Supports the mission, vision, and values of Williams Lake First Nation.
• Contributes to the WLFN’s ongoing success by accomplishing other duties as required or assigned.

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry – per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

To apply, please email: vanessa.clement@wlfn.ca

We thank all those individuals who applied. Given the large number of applicants we receive for our job postings, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.