(Casual) Maintenance Worker

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Job Title: Maintenance Worker

Reports To: Facility Maintenance and Public Works Supervisor

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Worker contributes to the success of the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) by ensuring well-maintained capital assets for SFN members and community, through regular maintenance and upkeep of public buildings and community housing.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintenance and Operations

  • Conducts regular inspections of all SFN public spaces and structures, completing minor repairs and maintenance as required, including septic and water.
  • Maintains and cleans the gymnasium space in the Administration building.
  • Assists with the general maintenance of septic systems, heat, and water issues on SFN community houses when required.
  • During the winter months, clears snow and prevents ice build-up around SFN public areas, entrances and walkways of all SFN buildings and properties.
  • During the spring and summer months, performs maintenance and general upkeep of SFN grounds including mowing lawns, trimming/removing shrubs and clearing and maintaining walkways.
  • Performs regular inspections and conducts general maintenance on the interior and exterior of SFN buildings such as minor repairs and lighting.
  • Maintains water treatment and distribution facilities in order to provide potable water throughout the SFN community. Monitors, regulates and treats water system as required to maintain water delivery to community.
  • Assists the Public Works Lead in flushing hydrants twice per year and reservoir maintenance.
  • Conducts maintenance and clearing around hydrants, curb stops, and fibre box areas in the community.
  • Participates in weekly work planning meeting with Maintenance Team to discuss completed and upcoming tasks for the week; complete required reporting each week.

Public Events

  • Performs set-up and take-down for outdoor events, including Pemmican Days, National Aboriginal Day, Culture Camp, Carbon Lake Lodge Camp, and other outdoor activities as required.
  • Performs set-up and take-down for all indoor Events.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills

  • High School Diploma
    Valid BC Driver’s License.
  • Minimum 1 year of general maintenance experience with experience maintaining outdoor public spaces and building interiors and exteriors.
  • Strong focus on safety and ability to follow safe work procedures is required; understanding of proper handling of dangerous materials and WHMIS. Safety training including First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, hazardous chemicals, confined space etc. is an asset.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with community members and team members.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Strong problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work in variable environments including dusty and hot and cold conditions.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces as required (e.g. sewers, tunnels, etc.) with ability to share the space with one other person for safety.
  • Ability to operate and use a variety of tools and equipment; aptitude to learn and use new equipment and tools as needed.

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
  • Potential to be On-call to accommodate maintenance emergencies on evenings and weekends.
  • Overtime and afterhours work may be required for duties relating to evening/weekend events.
  • Perform physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, standing, and stooping.
  • Works in variety of environments including outside and extreme weather conditions.

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Thursday, 21 October 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 01 November 2021
  • Position Type: Temporary
  • Expected Hours: Temporary

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator

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Job Title: Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator

Reports To: Facility Maintenance and Public Works Supervisor

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land, we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator is a split role and contributes to the success of the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) by ensuring well-maintained capital assets for SFN members and community, through regular maintenance and upkeep of roadways and SFN community houses.

Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operations

  • Conducts general road maintenance/earthworks in SFN community, including landscaping, waterline installation and related seasonal work.
  • During winter, clears snow and ice around SFN homes and office structures.
  • Haul gravel in the gravel truck.
  • Maintains a clean and safe workshop.
  • Cuts, maintains and delivers firewood supplies to SFN community.
  • Land clearing and leveling as required.
  • Performs light maintenance on SFN equipment and vehicles, including completion and/or scheduling of routine maintenance and repairs as required.

Maintenance Operations

  • Complete work orders as assigned and scheduled, or otherwise directed to do so.
  • Provides valuable completion information on work orders.
  • Laisses with members of the Maintenance Team to ensure adequate time and resources are available to complete assigned work.
  • Mow Lawns, weed-whack, general clean up and yard maintenance tasks.
  • Recycling and garbage removal.
  • Furniture moving and set up in buildings.
  • Completes minor plumbing or carpentry jobs, general home repairs, etc.
  • Receives daily work orders and provides supervisor with status updates of work progress throughout the day. Adapts schedule to accommodate for unforeseen tasks as directed throughout the day via cell phone.
  • Assists Maintenance department as required and as employee’s skillset permits.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Adherence to Safety Regulations and Policies

  • Follows approved safety procedures.
  • Comply with plans, specifications, according to the BC Provincial Building Codes and/or Federal Building Codes and personal qualifications.
  • Maintains a positive image and professional working relationship for the Saulteau First Nations with industry, government, other First Nations, non-governmental organizations, staff, community members and others.
  • Complies with SFN’s safety policies and procedures, ensuring all activities are conducted in a safe manner and adhering to safety in the workplace and Work Safe BC regulations.
  • Conducts safety inspections of the work area to identify any hazards and inspects equipment to ensure proper functioning, correcting any deficiencies and/or reporting any potential hazards to the appropriate department manager and health and safety representative.
  • Conducts general safety training for other maintenance workers, as required.
  • Ensures that the individual’s work area is kept in a clean and presentable manner.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License; heavy trailer endorsement is an asset.
  • Preference given to a Class 1 or 3 BC Driver’s License.
  • Successful completion of Heavy Equipment Operator training is an asset.
  • Completion of Grade 12 with a minimum of 3 years applicable work experience
  • Experience in wastewater management
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Ability to perform physical work including lifting up to 50lbs, bending, standing, and stooping; able to work in variable environments including dusty, hot and cold temperatures.
  • Ability to operate and use a variety of tools and equipment; aptitude to learn and use new equipment and tools as needed.

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursdays.
  • Travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community.
  • Works in variety of environments including outside and extreme weather conditions.
  • On-call or overtime hours as approved by Manager

*Preference given to those that have previous experience running the following equipment:
Excavator, Dozer, Loader, Mini-hoe, and Skid-steer*

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Monday, 01 November 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 15 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Labourer (Wood and Gravel)

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Job Title: Labourer (Wood and Gravel)

Reports To: Community Services Coordinator

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Labourer contributes to the community of the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) in a variety of ways whether it be throughout the fall and winter months by ensuring band members receive wood deliveries to heat their homes, or throughout the summer months organizing gravel deliveries, overseeing summer students, providing relief and/or assistance to the maintenance team, and assisting with a variety of other support.

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary tasks

  • Fall, buck, spilt, load, and stack wood.
  • Maintain an adequate supply of firewood in the pit so it is readily available to be delivered throughout the winter.
  • Load and deliver wood orders as requested and approved via Community Services Coordinator.
  • Load and deliver gravel orders as requested and approved via Community Services Coordinator.
  • During the winter months, help clear snow and prevent ice build-up around SFN public areas, entrances and walkways of all SFN buildings and properties.

Secondary Tasks

  • Provide relief for, and or assistance to, the maintenance department workers and support them on various tasks as required and as your skillset permits.
  • During the spring and summer months, perform maintenance and general upkeep of SFN grounds including mowing lawns, trimming/removing shrubs and clearing and maintaining walkways.
  • Lead and mentor summer student labourer positions on safe work practices and provide them with oversight and guidance.
  • Assist with various general maintenance tasks such as moving filing cabinets, assembling furniture, hanging pictures. etc.
  • Remove garbage and recycling.

Public Events

  • Performs set-up and take-down for outdoor events, including Pemmican Days, National Aboriginal Day, Culture Camp, Carbon Lake Lodge Camp, and other outdoor activities as required.
  • Assists with event set up and planning, bringing chairs and tables to the event location, assembling tents and teepees.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications and Skills

  • High School Diploma
    Valid BC Driver’s License
  • Preference given to those with a class 1 license who can drive a Gravel Truck.
  • Preference given to those that hold a faller’s license and have experience operating a chainsaw and wood splitter or axe.
  • Strong focus on safety and ability to follow safe work procedures is required; understanding of proper handling of dangerous materials and WHMIS. Safety training including First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, hazardous chemicals, confined space etc. is an asset.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with community members and team members.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team player.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work in variable environments including dusty and hot and cold conditions.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces as required (e.g. sewers, tunnels, etc.) with ability to share the space with one other person for safety.
  • Ability to operate and use a variety of tools and equipment; aptitude to learn and use new equipment and tools as needed.

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
  • Potential to be On-call to accommodate maintenance emergencies on evenings and weekends.
  • Overtime and afterhours work may be required for duties relating to evening/weekend events.
  • Perform physical work including lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, standing, and stooping.
  • Works in variety of environments including outside and extreme weather conditions.

 

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Thursday, 21 October 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 01 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Maintenance Worker – Journeyman Plumber

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Job Title: Maintenance Worker-Journeyman Plumber

Reports To: Facility Maintenance and Public Works Supervisor

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The Maintenance Worker-Journeyman Plumber contributes to the success of the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) by ensuring well-maintained capital assets for SFN members and community, through regular maintenance and upkeep of public buildings and community housing.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performs all manners of plumbing in our commercial and residential settings; including but not limited to installing new plumbing systems, pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems, general home plumbing repairs, and maintenance of plumbing infrastructure on band homes as per the approved work order system.
  • Collaborate with general contractors, electricians, and other construction professionals.
  • Follow building plans and blueprints.
  • Respond to, diagnose, and resolve plumbing emergencies.
  • Perform routine inspections of plumbing and drainage systems.
  • Light construction, carpentry, painting, plastering, flooring, ceiling, and electrical work as required.
  • Receives daily work orders and provides supervisor with status updates of work progress throughout the day. Adapts schedule to accommodate for unforeseen tasks as directed throughout the day via cell phone.
  • Works with the SFN Maintenance department to ensure timely completion of projects as required, providing assistance as required to the other Maintenance worker(s).
  • Liaise with Asset Administrator on various tasks when required; communicate with other departments for efficiencies or use of shared supplies/when and where efficiencies can be gained.
  • Comply with plans, specifications, according to the BC Provincial Building Codes and/or Federal Building Codes and personal qualifications.
  • Maintains a positive image and professional working relationship for the Saulteau First Nations with industry, government, other First Nations, non-governmental organizations, staff, community members and others.
  • Participates in weekly work planning meeting with Maintenance Team to discuss completed and upcoming tasks for the week; complete required reporting each week.

 

Adherence to Safety Regulations and Policies

  • Ensures that he/she only undertakes work for which he/she has been properly trained and qualified and/or certified for and follows approved safety procedures.
  • Complies with SFN’s safety policies and procedures, ensuring all activities are conducted in a safe manner and adhering to safety in the workplace and Work Safe BC regulations.
  • Conducts safety inspections of the work area to identify any hazards and inspects equipment to ensure proper functioning, correcting any deficiencies and/or reporting any potential hazards to the Supervisor.
  • Ensures that the individual’s work area is kept in a clean and presentable manner.
  • Maintains work order system and schedules maintenance; updates weekly and as required for emergency situations.
  • Identifies and communicates emergency situations requiring immediate attention to the Supervisor.

 

Qualifications and Skills

  • Journeyman Plumber
  • Skilled in the use of hand and power tools used in the plumbing trade
  • Knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and safety practices
  • Ability to read and follow blueprints and rough drawings
  • Familiarity with PVC, CPVC, PEX, cast iron, and copper
  • Effective oral communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to complete projects unsupervised and unassisted
  • Attention to detail and ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Proficiency in basic mathematics and conversion of measurements
  • Ability to function independently, and frequently under pressure while managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
  • Safety training including First Aid Level 1, WHMIS, hazardous chemicals, confined space etc. is an asset.
  • Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.
  • Valid criminal records and vulnerable sector check required

 

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.
  • Occasional Overtime may be required.
  • Travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community.
  • Lifting or moving up to 50 lbs may be required.
  • Works both indoors and outdoors; may be required to walk on rough ground conditions and conduct field assessments under all types of weather conditions.

 

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Thursday, 21 October 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 01 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Recruiter

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Job Title: Recruiter

Reports To: Manager of People and Information

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land, we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

As a key player on the HR team, the recruiter focuses their attention on finding the right applicants for the job and ensuring their first interactions and onboarding with the Nation are a positive experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

Recruitment

  • Provide consistent, centralized support to Department Managers when it comes to recruiting new employees
  • Respond to internal and external job inquiries or redirect inquiries to the appropriate person within the team
  • Coordinate the recruitment and orientation process including;
  • Ensure adherence to our hiring policy as well as other related HR policies
  • Confirm positions have received the proper approvals from their respective managers
  • Verify job descriptions are up to date, accurate, and appropriately reflect the role
  • Format and prepare job postings, advertise positions on a variety of platforms, and manage postings
  • Collect and consolidate all applications and coordinate with the Department Manager to screen applicants, and assesses candidate knowledge, abilities and suitability
  • Arrange interview dates and times; contact applicants
  • Work with the Department Manager to ensure interview questions are developed and pertain to the role being interviewed for
  • Ensure reference checks are conducted in a timely manner and provide meaningful insight
  • Explain the Nation’s benefits package to potential candidates
  • Prepare letters of offer and seeks appropriate signatures

 

Orientation

  • Liaise with the respective manager of a position to develop an onboarding plan
  • Contact IT provider to set up a new employee’s account and access
  • Conduct new employee orientation, ensuring all letters, forms, and policies are reviewed, signed, understood and delivered to the appropriate department for confidential filing
  • Ensure new employees receive the SFN Human Resources Employee Handbook
  • Maintain confidential human resource files
  • Set up new employees’ benefits and pension plans
  • Schedule the probationary performance review meetings
  • Collect feedback on employee’s onboarding experience for continual improvements

Other duties

  • Maintain records of recruitment data & statistics: length of time a position was posted, number of applicants, turnover rates, etc.)
  • Assist the HR Generalist(s) with various administrative duties
  • Provide a shared service to Saulteau First Nations commercial entities as required
  • Support and work collaboratively with other members of the People and Information department to provide the best possible working experience for the Nation
  • Participates actively as a SFN representative in collaborative partner networks and in related community activities
  • Participate in SFN sponsored community events as required

 

Qualifications and Skills

  • Diploma in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or another related field coupled with 1 year of experience in recruitment is preferred; other combinations of experience and education may be considered
  • Experience and knowledge of SFN is an asset
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Maintains high level of confidentiality in the handling of information
  • Valid BC Driver’s License, a positive role model and the ability to pass a Criminal Records Check

 

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday
  • Occasional travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community

 

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Wednesday, 27 October 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 08 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Life Skills Program Facilitator

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Job Title: Life Skills Program Facilitator

Reports To: Wellness Manager

Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

Our program facilitators at the “New Beginnings House” aim to develop and host a variety of fun and interactive programs.  Working as a collaborative team, the Wellness Department  hosts a multitude of activities for all age groups; with each event designed to teach a basic life skill.  The programs are hosted in a warm and inviting “home” setting and offer community members a place to socialize, connect, and learn.  Ultimately, these life skills will make participants more adaptive and better able to effectively deal with the every-day demands and challenges of life.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program Administration

  • Develop and implement programs to be run within the “New Beginnings” House Program philosophy
  • Be creative in designing programs and ensure they are age appropriate as well as contain a life skill teaching component
  • Ensure all necessary supplies are on hand for required programming and events while staying within the programing budget
  • Monitor and manage expenditures and budgets for your program delivery
  • Maintain accurate statistics of program attendance in relation to program reporting
  • Provide monthly reporting and status updates on your program to your manager
  • Refers applicants requiring other health, social or training services to appropriate agencies
  • Utilize program documentation regarding applicants and participants, file the forms accordingly
  • Survey attendees and community members for programs which they would find effective and try to incorporate their feedback whenever possible
  • Ensure the house meets health and safety requirements
  • Collaborate with the rest of the Wellness team to develop a monthly and yearly calendar
  • Apply for grants and funding opportunities that can increase and expand our programming or supplement our existing programs
  • Ensure calendar coincides with other existing SFN Programs and Community events
  • Laisse with other Saulteau First Nations departments for collaboration opportunities
  • Evoke learnings through tradition and culture where possible

Program Facilitation

  • Come up with creative and fun programs that meet the criteria of our funding agreements; all the while trying to incorporate feedback from the community on events that they would like to see hosted
  • Ensure adequate time for program set up and take down, and post program clean up
  • Incorporate cultural components whenever possible
  • Cultivate a safe and welcoming environment that allows community members to access staff who support trauma-based healing
  • When possible, incorporate learnings from the Medicine Wheel
  • Promote your program through a variety of communication avenues and try to elicit participation from community members
  • Provide fun and interactive summer programming for youth

Other Related Duties

  • Participates actively as a SFN representative in collaborative partner networks and related community activities
  • Ensure that programming schedule allows for MCFD supervised visits and client meetings in the program house

Qualifications and Skills

  • Minimum high school diploma, with preference given to those with post-secondary education and/or direct experience working in vulnerable sectors such as child services, social assistance, or counselling
  • Experience in program development and facilitation considered an asset
  • Ability to build, monitor and maintain a budget
  • Knowledge of First Nations culture and traditions
  • Awareness and understanding around the impact from trauma and inter-generational trauma resulting from colonial policies
  • Ability to respond to problematic behavior using an understanding of the behavior’s context and function
  • Strong community engagement skills and the ability to build partnerships
  • Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
  • Possess good written and oral communication skills
  • Valid BC Driver’s License
  • Ability to pass a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Records Check

Work Conditions

  • This role requires a flexible work schedule dependant on programming and community-based support services
  • Some work may be performed during Saulteau’s regular office hours; however, some programming will fall outside of the regular office hours
  • Travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community
  • Some evening and weekend work will be necessary

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Wednesday, 27 October 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 08 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Primary Program Teachers Assistant

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Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

The primary focus of this position is to assist the Primary Teacher in the Primary education program, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the school in general.  This position works under the guidance of Primary Teacher in the classroom, assisting in the education, development and training of students who need additional support to learn and succeed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Program and Student Support

  • Assists small groups or individual students with the academic development, determining the most effective teaching approach for that child and creating individualized lesson plans based on Provincial requirements specific to the needs of the student.
  • Assist the Primary Teacher at the Muskoti Learning Center (MLC) with subject area, projects and activities relating to the Primary program.
  • Assists in the supervision and training of students in the development of life skills and performance of daily activities.
  • Monitors for safety of the children, including supervision at playtime, gym, lunch and recess.
  • Provides ongoing and regular communication about the assigned program to the supervising teacher. Information about a student’s program is treated as privileged and only shared for the purpose of program planning and in the context of that planning.
  • Maintains a daily journal/record of student activities.
  • Oversees classroom activities, delivers lesson plans and ensures continued student learning in the event of the teacher’s absence.
  • Assists with planning, preparing, and providing nutritional meals within food safe regulations for the daily lunch program, including clean-up.
  • Assists in developing, arranging, and supervising curricular and extra-curricular activities within and outside the school building.
  • Assist in preparing and arranging lesson materials and displays.

 

Other Duties

  • Assists with office and secretarial duties as required.

 

Qualifications and Skills

  • Highschool Diploma; preference to Post Secondary Diploma
    Valid Child Safe Certificate.
  • Ability to pass a Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector checks.
  • Basic knowledge of FN community including history, language, traditions, and culture is an asset.
  • Valid Food Handler certification.
  • Maintains up-to-date testing for Tuberculosis and provides proof of immunization.
  • Experience working with primary and pre-kindergarten children is an asset.
  • Ability to relate to primary students and adapt to environment in the classroom.
  • Work as part of a team and successfully interact with a variety of personality types.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must possess a high level of moral judgment for handling confidential information.

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily in the school with hours of work set as 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursdays and part days on Fridays.
  • Travel may be required within SFN community and surrounding community.
  • Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Thursday, 04 November 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 15 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Manager Membership Services

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Saulteau First Nations Mission

We strive to be the Best Governed Nation, one that is proud, culturally strong and self-sufficient.  As stewards of the land we will ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.  We remain proudly determined.

Job Purpose

Just as our Mission statement says, we strive to be the best governed Nation and with good governance comes well thought out policies and programs.  The Manager of Member Services collects data on member inquiries and service requests and conducts analysis to identify trends.  Based on these trends, the Manager is able to recommend informative solutions to senior leadership for policy updates, revisions, or implementation.

Ideally, you have excellent advisory skills and are known for your ability to provide thoughtful advice and guidance to staff and leaders.  You are skilled at and enjoy your role as a coach, mentor and culture leader, taking pride in the success and development of your team members and the entire organization. You look forward to the opportunity to work in a multi-stakeholder environment, with senior management, Chief and Council, band members, as well as members of industry, education and government.  You are experienced at creating a healthy department culture while ensuring consistent results from your team.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensure service representatives follow established policies and guidelines for addressing member inquiries and meet service quality goals
  • Ensure each member of your department acts as a professional service representative to Saulteau First Nations Band Membership
  • Identify the need for updates and changes required to existing policies and provide Senior leadership with recommendations on solutions or improvements
  • Ensure department milestones, projects, and goals are met and are within budget
  • Ensure a positive image and professional working relationship for SFN across all stakeholder groups.
  • Seek and secure funding opportunities through grant and proposal writing.
  • Knowledge of the Social Assistance program and ability to support the client base in a compassionate and fair manner.
  • Understand the citizenship code and election acts of the SFN to assist the IRA and membership staff and committee develop the laws that will govern these programs.
  • Ability to work with all community members in member services department to provide a sense of belonging and service delivery that lives up to the name of the department; SERVICE
  • Ability to lead a team of staff who are committed to the membership of SFN in a coordination with other departments to support members in a holistic way.(Wrap around Service Delivery Model)

Department Management

  • Develops annual department work plan in accordance with funding agreements and in alignment with SFN strategic plan.
  • Develops an annual budget and monitor all program and service expenditures. Ensure department is aware of the budget and collaborates with team to ensure accurate updates the budget are captures as staff spend and/or secure funding.
  • Delegates, monitors and completes appropriate reporting to funders.
  • Advise the Chief and Council through the Director of Operations on programs and policies appropriate to the mandate of SFN.
  • Participates in the management team of SFN, attending meetings regularly and bringing forward issues and recommendations for discussion and decision.

Management of Program Staff

  • Responsible for hiring, orientation, supervision and training of Education Supervisor, including any performance management as required.
  • Conducts regular performance appraisals of direct report(s), providing constructive feedback and direction as to improvement.
  • Provides positive leadership to all staff, encouraging a team approach, professional attitude, personal wellness and good management-staff relations, always modeling best practices in this regard.

Other Related Duties

  • Participates on key committees and outside organizations as approved by Chief and Council.
  • Participates actively as the SFN representative in collaborative partner networks and related community activities.
  • Identifies learning needs for program and service staff, and for SFN as a whole, and assist in providing needed training, in alignment with budgetary constraints.

 

Qualifications

Education

  • Degree in Business Administration, Management, Economic Development, or Information Systems; or a combination of education and training coupled with five years of relevant work experience.

Experience

  • Must have a minimum of 5 years experience managing a team.
  • Ability to draft and revise policies.
  • Preference will be given to those with experience in a First Nations environment.
  • Well-developed problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Must possess a high level of moral judgment for handling confidential information.

Work Conditions

  • Work is performed primarily in the band office with hours of work set as 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursdays, with part days on Fridays.
  • Travel may be required within SFN community.
  • Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.

Additional Info

  • Application Cut Off Date: Thursday, 04 November 2021
  • Position Start Date: Monday, 15 November 2021
  • Position Type: Permanent
  • Expected Hours: Full Time

Apply today by sending your Cover Letter and Resume to HR@saulteau.com for the chance to join our rapidly growing team

Youth Caregiver

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Youth Caregiver casual/part time position. 24 hour shifts. Weekends (2 a month) and some stat holidays.

As a Youth Caregiver you will be supporting youth and assisting with physical, social, emotional and daily life skills development which promotes independence both at home and in the community.

Requirements:

  • Criminal Record Check
  • First Aid Level 1
  • Driver’s License
  • Driver’s Abstract & Own Vehicle
  • Experience is preferred but not required.

Apply by sending a resume to lppablo13@gmail.com and put “Caregiver Position” as subject.

Serious inquiries only please.

2021-59 Clerical Support

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DEPARTMENT: Various
INTERNAL POSTING DATE: October 1, 2021
INTERNAL CLOSING DATE: October 14, 2021
EXTERNAL POSTING DATE: October 15, 2021
EXTERNAL CLOSING DATE: 4:30 pm, October 29 , 2021
HOURLY RATE: $32.53 (after probation)
COMPETITION NO.: 2021-59
HOURS OF WORK: Casual, As Needed

The City of Dawson Creek invites applications for casual Clerical Support to provide vacation coverage and peak workload assistance or project work in various City of Dawson Creek Departments.  Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager or designate, this position provides clerical support to numerous City functions, including the Finance, Community Services and Development Services Departments of the City.

The successful applicant must have a Grade 12 education or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience, and be efficient (minimum 60WPM keyboarding speed) in computer use and programs, particularly the Microsoft Office suite.  Additional financial/accounting experience or education is an asset, as is completion of an Applied Business Technology certificate program. The successful applicant will have the ability to effectively interact and maintain harmonious relationships with the public and other staff members while completing the required duties in a safe manner following established procedures.

After a brief training period, work will be scheduled on an as needed basis so flexibility is required.

A complete job description is available upon request.

Candidates should submit a résumé by emailing a pdf or word document to resumes@dawsoncreek.ca, with the job posting name and number in the subject line, no later than 4:30 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.