JOB SUMMARY

Bearspaw First Nation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director – Income Support to lead the development, transition, and ongoing management of the Nation's Income Support Program. As the on-site manager, the Director will oversee all operations, activities, budgets, and service delivery related to social assistance, special needs, and related support programs. This position will play a critical leadership role in establishing and transitioning the Income Support Program from H.G. Smith and Associates to Bearspaw First Nation. The successful candidate will be responsible for building program operations, implementing policies and procedures, supervising staff, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and applicable legislation, and maintaining strong relationships with community members, funders, and external agencies. Working closely with leadership, the Director will develop operational plans, monitor program performance, recommend improvements, and ensure high-quality services are delivered to community members. The successful candidate will have the unique opportunity to build and lead a new Income Support Program that supports the well-being, self-sufficiency, and success of Bearspaw First Nation members.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director – Income Support is responsible for leading the establishment, transition, administration, and ongoing operation of Bearspaw First Nation's Income Support Program. As the on-site manager, the Director oversees all program operations, activities, budgets, and service delivery related to social assistance, special needs, and related support services. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing operational plans,



supervising staff, managing program budgets, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and applicable legislation, and maintaining professional relationships with community members, funding agencies, external organizations, and service providers. Working closely with Bearspaw First Nation leadership, the Director will play a key role in transitioning the Income Support Program from H.G. Smith and Associates to Bearspaw First Nation while establishing effective policies, procedures, reporting systems, and service standards. The Director will monitor program performance, recommend improvements, support employee development, oversee recruitment and staffing activities, and ensure high-quality services are delivered to community members. This position requires strong leadership, program management, financial oversight, strategic planning, and a commitment to supporting the well-being and self-sufficiency of Bearspaw First Nation members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management and Service Delivery

- Lead the establishment, transition, and ongoing administration of the Income Support Program.
- Oversee the delivery of Income Support, Special Needs, and related support services.
- Ensure all services are delivered in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, funding agreements, and program guidelines.




- Monitor program effectiveness and implement improvements to enhance service delivery.
- Develop and maintain operational plans, procedures, and service standards.

Leadership and Staff Supervision

- Recruit, screen, select, train, supervise, and evaluate program staff.
- Provide leadership, direction, mentorship, and support to employees.
- Conduct regular staff meetings, training sessions, and performance evaluations.
- Promote a positive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.
- Ensure staff maintain skilled conduct and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

Financial and Budget Management

- Prepare, administer, and monitor program budgets.
- Monitor expenditures and ensure responsible financial management of program resources.
- Assist in the preparation of funding proposals, grant applications, and budget submissions.
- Prepare financial and operational reports as required.
- Ensure program operations remain within approved budgets and funding agreements.

Program Planning, Reporting, and Compliance

- Develop program goals, objectives, and strategic plans.
- Monitor program performance and prepare reports on program activities, outcomes, and challenges.
- Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and organizational regulations and policies.
- Analyze program needs and recommend improvements, innovations, and service enhancements.
- Utilize computerized systems to collect, maintain, monitor, and analyze program information.

Community and Stakeholder Relations

- Develop and maintain positive relationships with community members, funding agencies,

📌 Income Support Director (Claresholm)
🏢 Bearspaw First Nation
📍 Claresholm