The Ashcroft Indian Band is currently seeking a Community Recovery Centre Manager. This is a temporary full-time position that will run for approximately 8 months, possibly longer if required.

The Community Recovery Centre Manager plays a major role in leading the infrastructure recovery support to individuals and the community in a disaster. As a First Nations representative, the position guides community support services through the establishment and operations of a Recovery Centre and oversees the implementation of the First nations Community Recovery Plan. Further, this position plays a key role in developing partners and overseeing the building of new homes. The position works closely with community organizations/agencies, small & medium-sized businesses, and other local government officials to establish effective, coordinated and collaborative relationships to deliver services to affected communities and individuals throughout the recovery process.

Skills, Knowledge or Abilities Related to the Job:

• Has training in and understanding of support needs for individuals who have been through traumatic situations, including those directly and indirectly affected by a community disaster, and emergency responders at all levels; Program Management start-up and implementation experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of potential housing opportunities and how to access them
• Experience working with, or on, boards of community non-profit organizations in order to better understand how they fit into the larger community support scenario
• Must have intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinates closely with EMBC daily including Situation Reports, EAF’s and routine updates on AIB’s progress
• Implements the Community Recovery Plan and ensures there are clear processes in place to support citizens throughout their personal recovery process
• Collects information from clients, provincial ministries, businesses and community organizations, other local government staff and/or subject matter experts to ensure disaster recovery specific information is coordinated and validated
• Communicates decisions to local government staff, senior management, and others to update community recovery priorities
• Works collaboratively with the Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) program representatives and has a good understanding of DFA in order to recognize potential opportunities for those who may be eligible and provide clarity for those who may be ineligible (i.e. due to insurable losses such as fire)
• Builds relationships internally and with key external stakeholders and community services to establish a common operation picture and collaborative recovery process
• Shares information to mitigate any concerns or challenges arising from recovery operations and shares with local government, community organizations, not-for-profit organizations and individual citizens
• Provides regular and timely operational reports inclusive of daily situation report, operational data and relevant statistics, as appropriate
• Contributes to a healthy and safe working environment
• Determines and plans for the standing down of recovery operations, including Recovery Centre in conjunction with other relevant partners
• Works closely with other EOC staff, such as finance, logistics, operations and Band Administrator
• Helps facilitate community meetings

Other Responsibilities:

• Works with developer partners to facilitate positive outcomes for new housing developments
• Creates targeted presentation materials to address various stakeholder groups
• Securing and managing the services of architects, engineers and builders as may be appropriate to develop detailed site plans, building and unit design plans, infrastructure needs and cost estimates associated with each component
• Review, comment and approve construction documents from all design professionals
• Supervision necessary to assure that some work is completed by community residents
• Supervise the process of obtaining competitive bids for general contracting or individual trade work as needed
• Main contact person for General Contractor on large projects, including attendance of progress meetings
• Maintains knowledge of all contractors/companies on site at any given time and what they are working on
• Inspects and reviews projects to monitor for quality control and compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the appropriate funding agencies, the homeowner, contractors and community residents
• Tracks all projects to ensure that each stays within their established budget and schedule

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please email your resume, along with a cover letter outlining your experience as it pertains to the job posting, to jodene@ashcroftband.ca, with the subject line “Community Recovery Centre Manager”. We look forward to hearing from you!

Closing Date: Open until the position is filled.

The Village of Cache Creek is accepting applications for the position of Finance Administrative Clerk.This is a casual position ranging from 0-40 hours per week, depending on operational requirements.

The Finance Administrative Clerk assists with accounts payable and receivable, municipal property tax, administrative, records management and customer service duties as assigned. Work is performed with limited supervision and requires initiative, sound judgement and excellent public relations skills.

The successful applicant will have an Office/Administration Certification or an equivalent combination of related work experience and education. Experience in a computerized accounting or Local Government environment will be an asset.

Applicants are invited to respond with a detailed cover letter and resume to:

Keir Gervais, Chief Administrative Officer

Village of Cache Creek, 1389 Quartz Road, Box 7

Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0

Email: kgervais@cachecreek.info

Fax: (250) 457-9192

Submission deadline: September 29, 2017

Heskw’wen’scutxe Health Services Society is a non-profit organization providing wellness services, Home Care and Community Health nursing services for children, adults, elders, families and staff members of the Cooks Ferry and Sisk Indian Bands.

An opportunity exists in our Cooks Ferry office, located in Spences Bridge BC for a Management Support Assistant with strong proposal and report writing skills to provide management support to the Health Director.

This is a term six-month contract with the intention of becoming regular full-time with successful funding.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting management in the preparation of reports, program evaluations, funding proposals and policy updates
• Organizing historical records by subject, identifying taxonomy and scanning into electric documentation system
• Coordinating board meetings and special events
• Other duties as assigned

As the successful candidate, you will possess a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet assignment timelines and have a commitment to quality of work. You will also possess the following qualifications:

• Respect for human diversity and personal safety including: culture, race, religion, sexual orientation, geography, economic status
• A Business Administration diploma or relevant Post-Secondary Degree and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience working in a professional environment
• Detail-focused individual with excellent organizational, project management and planning skills, with the ability to learn and adapt to culture and processes quickly
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously with strict deadlines
• Demonstrated success in professional fundraising and or grant writing
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Outlook
• Knowledge and experience with First Nation communities is a preferred asset
• Experience with professional health and cultural safety procedures is an asset
• Valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation required

How to apply:

In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:

• Describe your success in grant application writing
• Describe the top 2 reasons why you feel you are a strong candidate for this job
• What are the 3 work related attributes that would best describe you?

Please apply with a resume and cover letter at www.indeed.ca

*Deadline – September 22, 2017*

Savona Specialty Plywood is currently seeking individuals to fill Entry Level Production roles in the Savona Division.

Previous mill/industrial experience will be a definite asset. A Level 3 First Aid Certificate will also be beneficial. Individuals hired for these positions will be trained in a variety of entry-level positions.

The successful candidates must have excellent organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively participate in a team environment. Demonstrated safe work habits are essential. Shift work is required. A Valid BC Driver’s License and reliable transportation is also required.

Wages as per USW agreement. A generous benefit package is included after successful completion of probationary period.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume to,

Savona Specialty Plywood Co. Ltd.

PO Box 127

Savona, BC

V0K 2J0

Fax: (250) 373-5665

Suede Hills Organic Farm is currently seeking an Order Fulfillment/Office Administrator.

Best suited to:

• A non-smoking, healthy individual who is organized, tidy and has an eye for detail
• Has legible hand writing/printing, good verbal and written communication skills
• A positive, upbeat,personable team player
• Willing to help where needed, and to learn new skills
• Level 1 First Aid or better an asset
• High school graduate with at least one-year office experience, or related experience
• A genuine interest in natural health products and lifestyle a definite asset

Skills:

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Basic recordkeeping
• Superior customer service skills
• Able to multi-task; diligent

Duties:

• Respond to, o redirect incoming emails
• Fulfill online and telephone orders, promptly and accurately
• Hand-write Thank You notes for each order
• Maintain a good supply of information packages
• Serve in-store customers
• Maintain cleanliness of customer service areas
• Handle cash, use POS machine, batch out and balance
• Open and close retail store
• Maintain and update Data Base daily, plus file hard copies
• Maintain adequate stationary and inventory supplies
• Answer phone in owners absence
• A “hub” to connect staff and owners to the daily goings on of the farm
• Willingness to grow with the position requirements and the business as they both evolve
• Assist with packaging bulk product as necessary

For all interested parties, please send a resume and cover letter to:

cindy@suedehills.com