Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation

RESTORATIVE JUSTICE BY-LAW WORKER

Under the Restorative Justice Initiative, a pilot project funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General, the Restorative Justice By-Law Worker will be responsible for delivering and reporting on the implementation and the progress of the initiative in the target communities funded under the project.

The Restorative Justice

By-Law Worker will also be responsible for facilitating Restorative Justice circles regarding by-law infractions within communities, as funding allows. Additionally, they will be responsible for educating the communities on NAN on how restorative justice can be used to help enforce current by-laws.

Positions Details:

- Location: Thunder Bay, ON

- Hours: Full Time (35 Hours Per Week)

- Salary: $54,113 Annually

- Existing Position: Yes

- Closing Date: August 23, 2026

Qualifications:

- Firstly, minimum secondary school diploma with related work experience.

- As well as familiarity with the justice system and have a good understanding of Aboriginal issues and familiarity with NAN and its First Nations.

- Understanding of general by-laws and their functions





- Understand restorative justice techniques/applications and how they are used in the circle context

- Equally significant, ability to work independently and are self-motivated

- Likewise, strong attention to detail and ability to work with confidential information

- Experience and knowledge of the legal system is an asset.

- Experience working with NAN and in First Nation Communities

- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.

- Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment

- Lastly, ability to speak Cree, Oji-Cree, or Ojibway an asset.

Benefits:

- 6% pension matching

- 100% employer paid health benefits.

- Finally, 3 weeks paid vacation after your first year.

Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services Corporation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. In addition, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

For more information, please visit our website: https://nanlegal.on.ca/jobs/

📌 Restorative Justice By-Law Worker (Northeastern Ontario)
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📍 Northeastern Ontario