Employment & Training Services Officer

By Hiawatha First Nation

Dead Line: February 26, 2022

• This position will report directly to the First Nation Administrator. This position will have no direct reports.
• This position will have to interact with other internal departments, government agencies, political-territorial organizations and citizens of Hiawatha. This position will have to sit on committees as directed by the First Nation Administrator or Council or as required based on the duties of this position.

• To work in compliance with the policies and procedures established by Hiawatha Chief & Council and in accordance with the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Agreement (ASETA) with Kagita Mikam Aboriginal Employment & Training – Local Delivery Mechanism (LDM)
• To develop and submit annual application proposal to Kagita Mikam Aboriginal Employment & Training to secure fiscal funding that supports the Employment & Training Services Program at Hiawatha First Nation
• To administer and report in a timely manner, on all financial responsibilities of the Employment & Training Services Program
• To assist the HR Coordinator as required, with various Student Summer Employment and orientation programs, which provide early work experience to the student citizenship
• To maintain accountability by providing monthly reports to the organization, funders and statistical reports for input into the database (ARMS), in accordance with the ASETA Agreement
• To work in cooperation with the HR Coordinator pertaining to staff recruitment activities and provide labour market information and statistics as required
• To work in partnership with the Education, Youth and Economic Development Departments in regards to career education, skills training and development, as well as to seek out and plan innovative activities and events, which will promote healthy life-style and workplace skills, to students and youth in preparation for employment
• Demonstrate a high level of conduct when attending meetings both on and off-territory and travelling to conferences
• Participate on various committees, both internal and external to Hiawatha as required
• To engage with individual citizens regarding their employment and training needs to ensure clients receive the full benefits and supports available, as well as liaise with service delivery organizations that provide work skills training for clients, whereby allowing them to become selfsustaining and successful in the workforce
• Attend or host career fairs, conferences, workshops, job summits and meetings with various employment groups, agencies and other First Nations, to ensure Hiawatha’s interests are represented, and to keep abreast of emerging trends or evolving sectors in the field of training, employment services and job creation
• Research new funding opportunities which Hiawatha citizens may benefit from including bursaries, mentorship programs, co-op employment opportunities, apprenticeships or specialized training programs, aimed at taking a proactive approach to job preparedness
• Develop and keep current an inventory of Hiawatha skilled labour force candidates, which will facilitate the sharing of employment opportunities and career development e.g. Water Plant Operators, Project Managers, Environmental Technicians, Engineers etc., in preparation to meet the needs of a growing community or those looking to grow their businesses or fill job vacancies
• Other duties as assigned

• Post-Secondary Diploma in Employment Counselling, Human Resources or Social/Community
• Service Work discipline; and
• Minimum three years of proven and successful related experience; in a First Nations setting preferred; or
• A combination of education, training or work experience which Hiawatha deems to be equivalent
• Life Skills Coaching or Career Coaching considered an asset
• Must provide a clear CPIC
• Valid Driver’s License

• Experience with computer programs (i.e. Microsoft Office, databases, email, etc.)
• Experience with common office equipment and working in an office environment
• Demonstrated experience in proposal applications for funding and grants and report writing
• Knowledge and understanding of federal programs and relevant legislation
• Ability to deal with clients using utmost tact and diplomacy
• Proven problem identifying and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of codes, legislation and programs as they relate to a First Nation
• Knowledge of Indigenous histories (i.e. residential school, sixties scoop, colonization & impacts
• Ability to create proposed budgets using projections and work within a balanced budget including variance reporting
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to work as an individual and as part of a team
• Well developed interpersonal, public relations and relationship building skills
• Excellent organizational, time and file management skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders
• Ability to speak to groups
• Experience working with First Nation leadership, Board of Directors and employment service organizations
• Good listening skills with ability to empathize and establish rapport with citizens, co-workers and the various partner organizations.

• Empathetic and non-judgemental
• Honest, respectful and trustworthy
• Indigenous-centered service approach
• Results Oriented
• Personal Effectiveness
• Dedication to continuous learning and self-improvement
• Demonstrate sound work ethic
• Demonstrate keen attention to detail
• Proven ability to work with people of diverse education, cultural and language backgrounds

• Extended periods of sitting with moderate periods of concentration
• Local travel with some extended travel from time to time
• Interaction with employees, management and the community
• May have to deal with upset clients from time to time
• Occasional overtime or requirement to work in the evenings
• Working with tight deadlines