We work to build and maintain an accountable government that motivates, inspires, and provides opportunities for Vuntut Gwitchin Citizens. With boundless pride in our ancient cultural heritage and ancestral homelands, we exercise our inherent right to self-government, to take the responsibility for the general welfare of our Citizens, and to provide for the valuable government of our community, lands and resources.” —The Fuel and Facilities Manager manages the fuel tank farm and infrastructure facilities for the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation (VGFN). The position also oversees fuel deliveries for residents and custodial services for VGFN Buildings in Old Crow.

It also works with the Community Services Director to lead planning processes to align strategy with operations to deliver services in the best interest of VGFN Citizens. Reporting to the Community Services Director, some of the responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to; Manages the day-to-day operations and department staff. Prepares estimates and work schedules and submits work orders to purchase materials as required.

Oversees fuel inventories and the performance of maintenance activities and custodial services to ensure proper operation of VGFN buildings. Planning

Develops work plans and strategies aligned to the needs of Citizens and implements standards and procedures to support the administration, such as routine service schedules for delivery drivers for fuel delivery and janitorial services.

People

Management

Manages direct reports and operations by establishing work plans with subordinate staff, evaluating activities and progress,



time management, addressing concerns, and communicating direction and expectations. Promotes capacity development through coaching, performance evaluation, encouraging individual development, and manages personnel issues and problem solving. In collaboration with the Director, evaluates services by tracking data such as operations availability, costs and other metrics.

Project

Management

Manages project stakeholders, planning, development, and implementation and ensures projects, as assigned by the Director, are completed within approved budgets and timeframes.

Financial

Management

Assists the Director to develop and manage financial resources such as fuel management reports, annual budget and expenditures, contracts, variance reports, and the administration and financial reporting of programs. This position will be required to assist in the inventory verification to support the annual financial audit. Leads or supports the Director to conduct regular sessions and meetings with the public to communicate information and consult about Departmental activities.

Responds to Citizen concerns as they arise.

Emergency

Management





Responds to crisis situations in Old Crow and consults with appropriate parties to identify and achieve solutions.

Working Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly. 4% Northern Community Remoteness Allowance for employees residing in Old Crow full-time. 4% Northern Travel Allowance for employees residing in Old Crow full-time. 4 weeks’ vacation to start plus two weeks paid time off over the Christmas season. 12 days management leave per year 10 days paid special/ personal leave per year. A matched pension plan.

Subsidized

Housing may be available.

Relocation

Allowance. Certificate or training in trades, engineering and/ or maintenance operations.

Certification in a trade or degree in engineering or diploma in engineering technology is an asset.

Experience in an Indigenous community is an asset. Considerable (5+ years) experience motivating and managing staff, overseeing finance (budgets and procurement), policy and governance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Outlook) Supporting you along the way

We believe that a rewarding career is not only good for our employees, but it also leads to better outcomes for our clients, workplace and the community. That’s why we are committed to providing you with a competitive salary, health benefits, and a retirement plan. In accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act (CHRA, Section 16(1)), hiring preference will be given to Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Citizens.

Following this, preference will be extended to Indigenous candidates, and then to those with experience and knowledge of First Nations customs and practices.

📌 Full Time Facilities Coordinator (Dawson City)
🏢 Vuntut Gwitchin Government
📍 Dawson City