2025-26 Aquatics Lifeguard/Instructor II

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Department: Community Services

External Posting Date: March 21, 2025
External Closing Date: April 6, 2025
Hourly Rate: $39.10 after probation
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week
Competition No.: 2025-26

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for a permanent part-time Lifeguard/Instructor II position.

Under the general supervision of the Aquatics Coordinator or designate, a Lifeguard/Instructor II performs lifeguarding duties, as well as minor maintenance, and provides instruction in several aquatic programs and skills at the Kenn Borek Aquatic Centre.

Requirements:

·        Current National Lifeguard Award (Pool Option).

·        Current Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor Certification.

·        Current Lifesaving Instructor Certification

·        Current Standard First Aid, Level C CPR (OFA Level 1 equivalent).

·        Pool Operator Certification Level 1.

·        Completion of Grade 12, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

·        1000 hours of experience as a Lifeguard/Instructor.

The ideal candidate possesses the capacity to perform all duties in a safe manner while fostering positive relationships with both the public and fellow staff. Please include copies of any relevant certification with your application.

Candidates should submit a résumé by emailing a pdf to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 11:59 pm on the closing date referenced above. The City thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The City of Dawson Creek is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities whenever reasonably possible during the selection and employment process. You must be legally entitled to work for any employer in Canada to be eligible for this position. By applying for this position, you are giving permission for the City to contact your previous employers and references.

Bookkeeper/Office Administrative Assistant

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Reports To: Owner

Job Summary: The Office Administrative Assistant is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the office, including managing administrative tasks, coordinating office services, and supporting staff to ensure a positive and productive work environment.

Extended Health Benefits available

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:
Bookkeeping and financial record-keeping.
Process invoices and payments.

Administrative Support:
Manage and maintain office records, files, and databases.
Prepare and distribute correspondence, reports, and presentations.
Handle incoming and outgoing mail and communications.
Schedule meetings, appointments, and events.
Payroll processing.

Office Operations:
Order and manage office supplies and equipment.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe office environment.
Oversee and coordinate office services, such as cleaning, maintenance, and repairs.
Manage vendor relationships for office supplies and services.

Staff Support:
Provide administrative support to employees, as needed.
Assist with onboarding new employees.
Maintain employee records and information.
Address employee inquiries and concerns.

Other Duties:
Answer phones and direct calls.
Greet visitors and provide customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bookkeeping certification preferred

Working knowledge of Quickbooks Desktop Pro
Proven experience in office administration or a related field.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Skills:

Bookkeeping/Accounting
Administrative, Organizational, & Time Management Skills
Communication Skills:  Must be able to write, read and speak fluent English
Interpersonal Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Customer Service Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of the Construction Industry an asset

Application email: accounts@titanbuilt.ca

 

 

Sales Associate

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Cariboo Country Manufactured Homes is a family owned retailer for SRI Homes selling Manufactured and Modular homes

Our company is seeking a permanent full-time (35 hours/week) experienced Sales Associate to assist clients in finding the right home to suit their needs by explaining standard features and various available options. The successful candidate will be part of a small, dynamic team in a rewarding work environment. Sales Associates establish relationships with clients, assist with marketing, have a strong knowledge of products, provide quotes, and have excellent communication and time management skills.

Job requirements include:

  • Experience in office or sales environment
  • Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision
  • Proficient with Word, Excel, Database Entry, and Microsoft Teams
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Self-starter, highly motivated, well organized
  • Solution oriented, works well in a team environment
  • Optimistic and cheerful outlook
  • Be available 2 Saturdays per month during summer months with Mondays off.

We offer starting at $40,000 plus bonuses and a standard benefits package consisting of extended health, dental, vision and life insurance through the Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan.

 

Nuxalk Nation – Jordans Principle Coordinator

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Jordans Principle Coordinator – Full Time

-Thorough knowledge of Jordan’s Principle

-Knowledge of racism in all its forms

-Thorough understanding of the impact of residential and day schools

-Clear understanding and awareness around colonization

-Experience with and knowledge of Nuxalk culture, traditions, and viewpoints

-Understanding of the impact of poverty on families and family functioning

-Thorough knowledge of community, provincial and federal resources

-Work in collaboration with families served to empower advocacy and assist in navigating the Jordan’s Principle application process

-Participate in internal and external committees as require or requested

-Liaise and work effectively with the communities served, service providers, collateral agencies, organizations, and Elders

-Coordinate the workflow process from intake, ongoing case management, and discharge in conjunction with the Nation’s policies and Jordan’s Principle guidelines

-Act as a liaison and provide education and information sessions to Nation’s staff and others in relation to Jordan’s Principle

-Make decisions within the scope of practice and consistent with the program guidelines, ethical framework, policies, and procedures of the agency

-Ability to interpret all relevant legislation and regulations pertaining to Jordan’s Principle

-Utilize software and hardware in an efficient fashion as a means to complete tasks, plans, records, reports, statistics, and any and all required documentation

-Ability to meet deadlines and accomplish assignments and duties within allocated working hours

-Proposal writing

-Ability to clearly document all the work in a clear, organized, logical, concise manner

-Demonstrate and role model personal and professional boundaries and maintain the privacy and confidentiality of client information

-Employ an ethical framework as prescribed by policy and procedures

-Positively represent the program and the Nation when dealing with internal and external stakeholders

-Present information to various internal and external audiences in an organized, easily understood manner

-Other duties as may be required

 

WHAT YOU GET

  • A 35-hour work week; Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with a lunch hour. Salary is $30 per hour.
  • A generous benefit package

Closing Date: April 4th at 4pm.

For further information, please contact Amy Haller at jp.coordinator@nuxalknation.ca

Graveyard Shift Fingerjoint Production Workers

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Division: Parallel Wood Products Ltd., Williams Lake, BC

 

Division: Parallel Wood Products Ltd., Williams Lake, BC

 

FULL-TIME Positions: GRAVEYARD SHIFT

FINGERJOINT PRODUCTION WORKERS

 

We Provide: COMPREHENSIVE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING.

 

If you have always wanted to work in a mill but you did not apply because you thought previous experience was needed, please contact us by phone or drop off a resume. Previous experience is not a requirement. We offer comprehensive on the job training. Selected applicants must be available for in-person interviews and will be legally able to work full-time in Canada. Regretfully, the company does not cover re-location and travel costs.

 

If you enjoy working as a production team member in a year-round indoor environment, and you pride yourself on producing a quality product in a safe and efficient manner, these positions at our Williams Lake finger joint mill may be for you. We are a COR safe certified company, and our shift schedule provides a good balance between work and home life.

 

Shift: Graveyard – work 6.5hour and get paid for 8 hours. Midnight to 7:00am.

Starting Wage: Starting Wage: $21.64/hr with a 30 cent per hr differential. There are opportunities to quickly advance to a line position paying $22.62/hr. Once employees meet training and other requirements of the job, there are opportunities for positions with higher pay up to $27.09/hr.

Experience:  We will train you on the job. Experience is an asset but not a requirement.

Language Skills: Ability to work safely in a production environment using the English Language.

 

Job Overview

Successful applicants will have strong people skills, be safety and quality oriented and have good eye/hand co-ordination. The position involves lengthy periods of hand/arm/wrist use and standing, using conveyors, monitors, scanners, and ripsaws. The successful candidates will be physically able to complete the duties of production line work. Responsibilities include production work such as handling and sorting trim blocks to separate and/or direct usable and unusable pieces, and general clean-up.

 

Benefits: Eligible for extended health, dental, life insurance and other after probationary period

Resumes may be emailed to Lana by Email: lshields@p55group.com or dropped off at 250 Hodgson Road, Williams Lake, BC.

Community Services Coordinator – North Cariboo

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POSITION:                    Community Services Coordinator – North Cariboo

STATUS:                        Temporary; Full-Time – 12 months

SHIFT:                            35 hours per week

LOCATION:                   Prince George, BC – Remote

CLASSIFICATION:      Exempt

WAGE:                            Salaried

CLOSING DATE:         Open Until Filled

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision and values.

The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your application.

About the Position:

For a period of 12 months this temporary position is accountable for ensuring the coordination of maintained services in the Prince George area upon temporary closure of the Prince George Animal Centre. The position interfaces with a number of BC SPCA departments/units as well as external partners to ensure community services are maintained and successfully delivered while the organization moves to a more formal community-based services model.  This includes, but is not limited to: pet food bank, transfers of animals to nearby BC SPCA locations, coordination of volunteers (including fosters), and partnership activities with local veterinary facilities and other approved care-giving/support organizations.  Ensures all BC SPCA policies are adhered to in the delivery of services.

This position will primarily work within the community of Prince George, with some administrative duties done from a home office.

Some specific duties:

Duties Related to Service Delivery:

Regularly liaises with Managers of surrounding Animal Centres (particularly Quesnel) to identify animals needing sheltering services, coming from the Prince George area.
Works with the Outreach Services team and community partners to ensure regular delivery of a pet food bank at a specified location.
Coordinates fosters, including but not limited to: Providing training, resources, and supplies;
Regularly checking and addressing any questions/concerns that arise; and
Facilitating and coordinating transfer of animals.
Duties Related to People Care:

Responsible for the onboarding, training, scheduling, coordination, performance management, communication and recognition of volunteers in the Prince George area.
Builds relationships with other key stakeholders in the organization and community; facilitates interactions that enhance trust.
Receives and resolves any public complaints and concerns related to the BC SPCA services in the Prince George area and advances to next-level supervisor, as required.
Other Financial/Administrative Duties:

Administers assigned annual budget.
Promotes the BC SPCA’s mission and services in the community; attends events as required and serves as a professional and knowledgeable representative of the BC SPCA.
Completes required reports accurately and on time.
Identifies community needs and provides input into ways to address any gaps.
Ensures all donations received directly through the provision of services in the community are processed in an accurate timely manner, following BC SPCA policies and procedures.
Represents the BC SPCA in a professional and knowledgeable manner and may be required to speak to local media.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications you need to have:

Post-secondary education in a related field plus 3-5 years’ related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer. Related experience includes but is not limited to: Customer service;
Direct animal care; and
Experience coordinating/leading volunteers.
Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and driver’s abstract.
Demonstrable interest in all aspects of animal welfare and philosophical harmony with the mission, vision, and guiding principles of the BC SPCA.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, organize time, and deliver effective results.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to relate respectfully to a diverse audience.
Basic computer skills – use of Microsoft Office and other computer software including databases and/or payroll systems.
Ability to do heavy lifting, pushing and pulling on a regular basis; must be able to work with and around animals.
Ability to work remotely and independently from a home office, and also able to travel throughout the region.
Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission, and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.
How to apply:

If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/

We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001

Other details
Pay Type Salary
Min Hiring Rate $47,000.00
Max Hiring Rate $58,730.00

Nuxalk Nation – Property Manager

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Property Manager – Full Time

Position Description

Under the supervision of the Housing Director, the Property Manager is responsible for managing rental and rent-to-own properties owned by the Nuxalk Nation.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nuxalk Nation policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Housing Director. Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to property management within the Nuxalk Nation. Duties include, but are not limited to:
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Inspects Nuxalk properties to determine required maintenance and maintains records for each property.
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Implements and maintains the Nuxalk Nation property plan which includes options for housing of community members.
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Responds to enquiries from Nuxalk community members regarding any housing issues and assesses the nature of concerns or problems, i.e. plumbing, freeze up, painting, flooring, windows, doors/windows, electrical, landing, stairs, roof, cupboards etc.
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Develops and implements a housing maintenance schedule and carries out minor repairs including grounds maintenance.
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Ensures property and housing budgets, work plans and reports on expenditures are prepared and monitored in accordance with Nuxalk policies and procedures.
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Communicates regularly with rental housing tenants and assists with the Housing Committee to ensure all rental properties and housing are operated in accordance with Nuxalk Housing policies.
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Manages insurance contracts and claims as required.
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Ensures that estimates/quotes on materials are received in order to forecast costs for materials and labor for projects.
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Ensures delivery of materials and supplies to the job site.
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Prioritizes and ensures repairs/construction/maintenance is completed in a timely manner.
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Ensures houses are cleaned appropriately when properties are vacated by tenants.
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Resolves tenant disputes and enforces housing policies as required.
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Ensures the smooth implementation of the Housing Policy including ensuring that the Policy is reviewed by tenants and tenancy agreements are signed.
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Authorizes temporary staff hires, timesheets, purchase orders and work orders.
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Communicates regularly with the Housing Director and Asset Manager with regards to any issues or matters requiring management approval.
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Examines policy options, their implications and provides recommendations on the most appropriate course of action.
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Keeps current on changing legislation including building codes and worksite safety as it pertains to property and housing.
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General office duties/other duties as assigned.

Education/Training Certification

1) Certification(s) as a Journeyman and/or Occupational Health and Safety.
2) Grade 12 or equivalent

Experience

1)3-5 years’ experience working in a similar trade management role;
2)3-5 years’ experience in the area of carpentry or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience;
3)Experience working with First Nations community members;

Qualifications/Skills/Knowledge

1)Strong administrative management skills (time management; planning, organizing);
2)Reading and interpreting acts, regulations, standards, etc.;
3)Strong oral and written communication skills;
4)Ability to analyze and recommend problem-solving approaches;
5)Knowledge of building, fire and health codes and work site safety regulations;
6)Excellent conflict resolution and mediation skills;
7)Ability to foster trust, credibility and acceptance from staff and Nuxalk community members;
8)Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

How to Apply

Apply in-person or by email to:
Housing DirectorRita Svisdahle: housing.director@nuxalknation.ca
Deadline: March 31, 2025
Salary $25.00-35.00/hr

NUXALK NATION Finance Director

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NUXALK NATION Finance Director

 

Good Day! Come live, work and play in the beautiful Bella Coola Valley, one of the most gorgeous places on Earth. If you are an adventurous soul, this is an opportunity for you. Embrace the rich culture of the welcoming Nuxalk people. Hiking, fishing, rafting, exploring, photography, wildlife – we have it all. Discover why the “Freedom Road” and the “Hill” have an exceptional story to tell. Our Valley has many cultural landmarks and storied areas of importance. This pristine Valley welcomes you to a place where great waterfalls abound and mighty rivers are home to all the Salmon species plus Steelhead, trout, and char. Come see a Grizzly. Make a home in a place where the mountains touch the sky.
This role delivers innovative, high-quality health and wellness services while being responsible for the strategic planning, development, and overall leadership of the Nuxalk Nation’s Department of Health & Wellness. This multi-faceted service area provides residential, in-community, and in-home support and one-on-one or group coaching, servicing the community in primary healthcare, home and community care, maternal/child health, health promotion, child and family services, mental health and wellness, family development, addictions, counselling, early childhood development, traditional medicines, youth services, complex care housing, and restorative justice.

 

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Finance (reporting to the CAO) is responsible for providing leadership, direction and support for the overall management, recording and reporting of the financial affairs of the Nuxalk Nation and its business and other entities.  The Director of Finance manages the day-to-day accounting affairs including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, reconciliations, payroll, general accounting, financial reporting, and the supervision, valuation and development of Finance Department staff.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Nuxalk Nation policies, standards and procedures, and as directed by the Executive Director of Administration.
  2. Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the administration and financial affairs of the Nuxalk Nation.
  3. Manages the financial affairs of the Nuxalk Nation consistent with the Vision and Mission of the Nuxalk Nation.

Leadership

  1. Provides leadership, direction and services to the Nuxalk Nation and the Nuxalk Nation operating entities in the planning, development, management, auditing and reporting of their financial affairs.
  2. Provides leadership, direction and support to the staff of the Finance Department, and to all Program / Department management personnel in the management of their financial affairs.
  3. Provides leadership, direction and technical support to the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council in the planning, management and reporting of the financial affairs of the Nuxalk Nation.
  4. Provides regular and special financial reports to the Executive Director of Administration and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council on the financial affairs and operation of the Nuxalk Nation.
  5. Provides support to the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council, in the orientation of new members of the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council.
  6. Participates in meetings of the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council, as requested.

Planning

  1. Provides information and support to the Nuxalk Nation in the development and review of the Nuxalk Nation strategic plan and participates in the strategic planning process.
  2. Provides guidance and support to the Nuxalk Nation Programs / Departments in the development, review and implementation of financial and program / service plans consistent with the Nuxalk Nation.
  3. Identifies short and long term Nuxalk Nation and Program / Department financial issues, strengths and concerns and assists in the development and recommendation of financial solutions, plans and strategies.
  4. Assists in the planning for growth of the Nuxalk Nation.
  5. Provides guidance and support to the Nuxalk Nation and its external entitites in the development of business plans and business models.
  6. Provides leadership, direction and support to the Nuxalk Nation Societies and Businesses in the planning and implementation of financial and accounting services.

Financial Management

  1. Provides information and assistance in the development of Nuxalk Nation proposals for funding and funding agreements.
  2. Assists in monitoring and managing funding agreements between the Nuxalk Nation and funding agencies / organizations.
  3. Provides leadership and direction in the development and review of Financial Policies and Procedures and recommends to the Executive Director of Administration and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council for approval.
  4. Oversees the management of Nuxalk Nation Financial Policies and Procedures to ensure their implementation and compliance as approved.
  5. Oversees the filing of corporate records, including Annual reports and Certificate of good standing.
  6. Ensures that adequate property, liability and insurances are maintained.
  7. Assists in providing financial reports to funding agencies / organizations.
  8. Provides leadership, coordination and guidance to the Nuxalk Nation and their Programs / Departments in the development and management of annual and special operating and capital budgets.
  9. Prepares consolidated budgets for review and approval by the Executive Director of Administration and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council.
  10. Provides leadership and guidance to the Nuxalk Nation and their Programs / Departments in developing ways and means to achieve best value of monies.
  11. Provides leadership and support in the development and management of the Nuxalk Nation Five-Year Financial Plan and oversees the management of the Financial Plan.
  12. Provides leadership and support in the development and review of Five Year Financial Plans for Nuxalk Nation Businesses and Societies and assists in monitoring the management of the Financial Plans.
  13. Monitors and reports on the financial performance of the Nuxalk Nation, the Programs / Departments within the Nuxalk Nation and the external entities of the Nuxalk Nation and ensures that financial statements are reqularly prepared and distributed.
  14. Manages the Finance Department and staff, and all financial and accounting activities including:
  • cash receipting
  • cash flow management
  • income / revenue control
  • contractual administration
  • purchasing
  • accounts payable and receivable
  • banking
  • short and long term debt management
  • investments
  • asset management
  • payroll
  • benefits administration
  • general ledger
  • financial reporting, including actual analysis to budget, follow-up and corrective action
  1. Reviews and recommends all major financial transactions prior to commitment in accordance with approved financial policies and procedures, and provides a recommendation for further review or approval.
  2. Assists and / or negotiates Lending Agreements with financial institutions as assigned.

Financial Accounting System

  1. Manages the day-to-day accounting affairs of the Nuxalk Nation, to include:
    • Payroll
    • Accounts receivable
    • Accounts
    • General accounting
    • Special project accounting
    • Statutory and regulatory disbursements and reconciliations
  2. Ensures all financial and accounting records are current, accurate and recorded and filed in a manner that reflects professional and acceptable accounting practices.
  3. Maintains a filing system for Nuxalk Nation accounting contracts.
  4. Manages the accounting software program(s) including the entering, storage, retrieval and backup of all financial accounting information.
  5. Administers the purchase system to ensure that all Nuxalk Nation purchases are in accordance with approved budgets, policy and procedures.
  6. Maintains bank accounts, liaises with the bank and ensures bank reconciliations are accurate.
  7. Ensures the initiation and maintenance of all financial records filing.
  8. Ensures the appropriate coding of expenditures, funding – revenue and other transactions.
  9. Oversees the reconciliation and submission of GST reports for rebates.
  10. Oversees the coding and posting of the general cash receipts journal to accounting software.
  11. Ensures all subsidiary ledgers are reconciled.
  12. Ensures all general ledger accounts are reconciled.
  13. Oversees the preparation and processing of all journal entries ensuring adequate backup documentation.
  14. Processes year-end and audit adjusting entries.
  15. Maintains an account of capital assets and inventories.
  16. Prepares Corporate Tax Returns for all Nuxalk Nation business entities as assigned.

Audit

  1. Coordinates the internal preparation for the year-end audit(s) and supports the external Auditor(s) in the collection and compilation of information required for the preparation of annual financial statements and reports (Audit of Nuxalk Nation and their Business and Society entities)
  2. Prepares the annual audited financial statements, schedules and notes as management’s representation.
  3. Coordinates the presentation of the annual audit statements and reports to the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council and the Boards of Nuxalk Nation external entities.
  4. Chairs the Nuxalk Nation Audit Committee, assisting in the development of the Committee to support the Nuxalk Nation and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council.
  5. Maintains a record system for all Audit Reports.
  6. Prepares and presents regular and special financial reports to the Executive Director of Administration and the Nuxalk Nation Chief and Council, Nuxalk Nation Programs and Departments and to the Boards and Management of Nuxalk Nation external entities, as assigned.
  7. Prepares and submits financial reports to funding agencies, as required.
  8. Prepares and presents annual financial reports to the Nuxalk Nation citizens, as assigned.

Administration

  1. Oversees the development and administration of a financial and accounting record system for the Nuxalk Nation and its external entities, as assigned.
  2. Assists in the negotiations with public and private entities for access to resources, including those held by external agencies – fiscal, capital and human, as assigned.
  3. Maintains a good understanding of the culture, language, heritage and traditions of the Nuxalk Nation.
  4. Maintains working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, standards and best practices.
  5. Provides expertise to the Nation on accounting and auditing standards, best practices, ethical and moral financial issues, in accordance with CICA Handbook, professional ethics, and PSAB rules.
  6. Provides support in the administration of the Nuxalk Nation Group Insurance Benefits Plan.
  7. Maintains a current knowledge of applicable legislation, laws and accounting principles.
  8. Keeps the CAO informed of sensitive and important issues and events affecting the financial management of the Nuxalk Nation, including the assessment and reporting of risk and liability.
  9. Performs other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position, and as assigned by the CAO.

Education/Training/Certification

  1. Prefer Bachelor Degree in related discipline (Accounting, General Business Administration / Commerce)
  2. Prefer Professional Accounting Designation: Certified General Accountant (CGA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  3. Post-Secondary Courses or formal Training to include: Planning, Management, Conflict Resolution, Teambuilding, and Effective Communications

Experience

  1. Prefer Six to Eight (6-8) years post-designation accounting and financial experience including two to three (2-3) years at the senior financial management level including the leadership and management of staff
  2. Prefer First Nations, Government and / or not-for-profit accounting experience – First Nation experience a real asset
  3. Corporate and Auditing experience an asset
  4. Experience in government revenue and taxation
  5. Prefer experience working with multi organizations at the same time
  6. Experience working with Nuxalk Nation related accounting software including MS Excel, ACCPAC, and other integrated accounting software
  7. Experience using Xyntax

Personal Qualifications and Other Skills and Knowledge

  1. Knowledge of Nuxalk Nation culture, language and traditions
  2. Excellent interpersonal and people management skills
  3. Demonstrated leadership and management skills
  4. Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload
  5. Exceptional integrity and professionalism
  6. Strong team player with excellent teambuilding skills
  7. Demonstrated commitment to fiscal management
  8. Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills
  9. Excellent computer skills

WHAT YOU GET

  • A 35-hour work week; Monday to Friday 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM with lunch hour. Salary ranging from $80,000 to $110,000 per annum.
  • A generous benefit package.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Closing Date: Open until position is filled.
  • For further information, please contact Hannah Jones se.assistant@nuxalknation.ca

Nuxalk Nation Marine Manager

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JOB PURPOSE

To work closely with the Nuxalk Stewardship Director, Nuxalk Marine Use Coordinator, Central Coast Indigenous Resource Alliance (CCIRA), BC Marine Planning Partnership (MaPP), and Coastal First Nations (CFN) to implement key elements of the Nuxalk Nation Marine Use Plan.

Nuxalk Stewardship represents a wide variety of initiatives and projects including marine planning and operations, with the goal of ensuring long-term resource sustainability and Ecosystem-based Management (EBM). Nuxalk’s water, land, air, and plant and animal life are the most diverse in all of Canada, providing valuable economic and social benefits.

The Marine Manager coordinates Nuxalk technical activities related to: fisheries; ocean protection; conservation; climate change; MaPP implementation; marine shipping response; marine stewardship; habitat restoration; and compliance and monitoring, by implementing Nuxalk governance over Nuxalk territory.

KEY ACTIVITIES

  1. Work with First Nations, governmental, and non-governmental agencies to develop work plans, and manage implementation of projects of the Central Coast Marine Use Plan.
  2. Build capacity, identify resources and implement projects at the Nation-level.
  3. Plan and prepare project proposals and develop briefing documents on specific resource management and economic development opportunities that are supported by the Nuxalk Marine Use Plan.
  4. Report to MaPP partners, and CCIRA on Marine Plan implementation progress.
  5. Attend regular meetings with project partners, via Zoom/Teams, or in person.
  6. To work with the Fisheries Resource Reconciliation Agreement (FRRA) Manager and to actively work with other Stewardship departments.
  7. Where necessary prepare communication materials that summarize key elements of community plans and implementation strategies/action plans.
  8. Provide supervision and support for the Marine Use Coordinator and MPA Community Coordinator.
  9. Carry out other duties that may be requested by the Stewardship Director, or Nuxalk Leadership.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

  • Understanding of the marine and aquatic resources and commercial and noncommercial activities within the Pacific Northern Shelf Bioregion;
  • Awareness of First Nations laws, rights and title issues, and traditional ecological knowledge (TEK), and importance of these to resource management and economic development opportunities;
  • Understanding of the Marine Planning Partnership (MaPP), ecosystem-based management, and its application to resource and economic development in the marine environment;
  • Knowledge of methods and techniques to secure government, business, and community involvement in project implementation;
  • Project management skills from project inception to completion;
  • Contract management skills, including request for proposal development, contract proposal review and evaluation, and contract execution;
  • Ability to summarize and interpret complex, detailed information into plain language documents and presentations;
  • Ability to motivate others to gain support for new initiatives;
  • Thorough understanding of the First Nations political environment and sensitivities and an ability to function effectively within that environment;
  • Ability to work effectively in a highly dynamic team environment with a significant level of autonomy.

CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS

  • Bachelor’s degree in resources management, marine ecology, marine biology, marine planning, or related technical skills and two years of relevant work experience; Previous experience working with First Nations;
  • Experience with project management and supervision;
  • Project development and proposal writing skills;
  • Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, systems and equipment. Ability to operate computer equipment and software programs to produce publishable reports and documents;
  • Interpersonal skills including: leadership, team oriented, energetic, self-motivated, creative, patient, persistent, tactful, and conscientious. Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Critical Success Factor

The core of our department is serving the Nuxalk community; therefore, a critical success factor for any person who joins our team is to have an in-depth understanding of Indigenous people and Indigenous culture, preferably with strong British Columbia connections.

Team members are expected to have gained this understanding through lived experiences, whether it is from being of Indigenous ancestry or working closely with Indigenous communities. We encourage all to apply.

The candidate should be self-motivated, be able to work in a highly dynamic team environment, deliver projects under tight time constraints, and have a willingness to live, work, and play in a remote community. We ask you seek housing options before accepting the position. This position is in local community, remote is not an option.

SALARY

Salary depends on work experience, management abilities, and marine knowledge.

Income Tax, employee El premium, employee pension and health contributions will be deducted from salary accordingly.

ORGANIZATION

Reports to: Nuxalk Stewardship Director and informs Nuxalk leadership and citizens. Direct reports: Line Manager to the Marine Use Coordinator

TO APPLY

Applicants are asked to submit a letter of application, with resume or CV, providing details of work experience and two references.

Position will be posted until filled, reply to:

Nuxalk Stewardship Office Assistant- Rhonda Morton

Nuxalk Nation

PO Box 65

Bella Coola, British Columbia VOT ICO soa@nuxalknation.ca

NUXALK NATION HEALTH AND WELLNESS PRIMARY CARE DIRECTOR

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Nuxalk Nation Health and Wellness Primary Care Director – Full Time Permanent Position

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

The Nuxalk Nation Health and Wellness Department is committed to providing its members with safe, equitable, and community-based healthcare services grounded in Nuxalk culture and tradition.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Primary Care Director aims to improve access to primary health care services and traditional wellness services for the Nuxalk, Ulkatcho and First Nations people in a way that is culturally safe and closer to home. Working within an innovative and growing team-based care environment, the Primary Care Director is responsible for the effective and efficient clinical service functioning, including leadership and oversight to non-physician and non-nurse practitioner direct care service providers of primary care. With a strong view to providing access to culturally safe care closer to home for First Nations people and their family members, the team will provide access to western and traditional wellness services including mental health and substance use wrap around care. During the initial launch and development phase, the Primary Care Director will provide strong, creative, relational, and progressive clinical leadership to the growing clinical services team as we continue to expand both our existing services, as well as adding new clinical services.

Under the direction of the Nuxalk Health Director, this role will work in alignment with the Centre’s Governance model which includes the two local Nations, supporting the Centre’s priorities and service model goals.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Communicates program strategic direction incorporating First Nations Led Primary Care Initiative and local First Nations’ vision and values to ensure integration into practice by health and wellness services team members.
  2. Using a two-eyed seeing approach, supports the design, implementation, and ongoing quality improvement of a culturally safe, sustainable, and successful team-based care service model that integrates both western and traditional approaches to health and wellness. This may include, but is not limited to collaboratively developing, evaluating, and refining team communication, leading regular team meetings or huddles and associated follow up, and developing and managing effective team workflows.
  3. Leads, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates new or redesigned workforce plans, services and programs to support clinical improvement and service expansion priorities while ensuring alignment with other program operations and evidence-based practice protocols; incorporates change methodologies into the redesign of existing programs to transform service delivery, culture, and system structure when/where needed.
  4. Leads development, implementation, management, and ongoing quality improvement of systems and processes to monitor and manage quality performance, critical incidents, and client complaints and concerns. Leads complaint and incident investigation, response, and team debriefing process as required.
  5. Supports the development, monitoring and analysis of key performance indicators by acting as a resource in the application of quality improvement knowledge and expertise to the program.
  6. Plans, manages, and evaluates clinical service operations including scheduling for planned absences, responding to unplanned absences, workload and performance monitoring and evaluation, and creating overarching clinical service delivery schedules and staff rotations based on operational requirements.
  7. Manage accounts and access for Mustimuhw eEMR, the electronic medical record (eMR). As relevant to each clinical role, manage clinical staff accounts and access for applications including, but not limited to Pharmanet, Care Connect, SR Fax, Act as an expert resource for training, troubleshooting and coaching for clinical staff in the eMR and applications
  8. Working with Nuxalk IT and FNHA support the transition from Mustimuhw cEMR accounts to MOIS eMR. As relevant to each clinical role, manage clinical staff accounts and access for applications including, but not limited to Pharmanet, Care Connect, SR Fax, Act as an expert resource for training, troubleshooting and coaching for clinical staff in the eMR and applications.
  9. Ensure clinical record management and documentation practices that meet and exceed standards. This may include education and training on best documentation practice, chart audits, quality improvement and performance management.
  10. Performs full scope of people management activities for clinical staff including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, performance management, and termination as required. Provides clinical supervision, mentoring and coaching, completes performance evaluations. Prepares, supports, or coordinates clinical staff development, learning plans, training, career development, and succession plans.
  11. Supports the development and management of the clinical resources budget to complement strategic directions within existing fiscal Completes required reporting.
  12. Identifies issues affecting clinical service and workflow implementation, and coordinates information from multiple sources to analyze and form a comprehensive perspective in order to revise goals and plans to reflect changing priorities. Presents options and recommendations to the Nuxalk Health Director, supports implementation of solutions.
  13. Participates in the development, evaluation and refinement of tools and methods to improve efficiencies and effectiveness in service delivery, including clinical guidelines, policies, and standard procedures. Ensures clarification of roles, adherence to accreditation, regulation, and practice standards, and safe delivery of care.
  14. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to exchange knowledge, and develop, manage and evaluate clinical programs considering cultural safety, client needs, service delivery interrelationships and service potential within a complex
  15. Ensures the Nuxalk Health Director is informed and aware of significant risks, events and activities in the areas of responsibility.
  16. Performs other related duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in regulated health profession such as Social Work, Nursing or related

Occupational Certification

  • Current practicing registration in good standing with a British Columbia regulating

Experience

  • 6-8 years of experience in working in a primary care setting, including 2-5 years of experience in a direct progressive supervisory/leadership capacity.
  • Experience working with First Nations people and communities and providing culturally safe care.
  • Experience in mental health and substance use is an asset
  • Experience in financial and human resource management is an asset
  • Experience working with Electronic Medical Records and encounter coding system is an asset

Knowledge

  • Sound ability to practice using culturally safe and trauma-informed approaches
  • Familiarity with the Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (BC), the recommendations from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, the “In Plain Sight” report, the national inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and the impacts of these on health, health care and health care design for Indigenous people.
  • Familiarity with Traditional Healing practices, customs, values and traditions of local First Nation.
  • Ability to apply a two-eyed seeing approach to balance western and Traditional Indigenous worldviews in practice
  • Knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to First Nations in Canada
  • Understanding of own intersectionality, power, privilege, and how these concepts may impact own work and perspectives
  • Ability to apply critical reflection in practice
  • An understanding of rural and remote communities and their inherent challenges and barriers
  • Understanding and ability to practice with Nation based, community driven philosophy
  • Knowledge of best practice standards and expectations for Registered Nursing and advanced practice as they relate to primary care
  • Demonstrated knowledge and ability in clinical health care practice, education and program planning, development, implementation and evaluation.
  • Strong comfort with learning new technology, and excellent computer skills
  • Broad knowledge of legislation and government policies and procedures that relate to care

 

Salary: Starting at $80,000-$110,000 depending on experience

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Hannah Jones, se.assistant@nuxalknation.ca

Deadline to apply: This posting will be open until it is filled.