EMPLOYMENT CHANCE

ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR

The Assistant Administrator reports to, collaborates, supports and assists the Senior Administrator in all matters related to ‘Namgis operations including, but not limited to, the senior management team, Council, Council Committees, ‘Namgis volunteer boards, other First Nations, Indigenous organizations, federal and provincial governments, external agencies, band membership and other stakeholders. This position is the second-in-charge of all ‘Namgis operations during the absence of the Senior Administrator who oversees, Health, Community/Child & Family Services (Delegated C3 Agency) Education (Elementary School, Post Secondary Education, Employment and Training), Natural Resources and Administration (Accounting and IT Departments).

Responsibilities :

- Liaises and works directly with department heads to ensure work plan goals, objectives and updates are delivered in a timely manner
- Liaises with the Comptroller and Department Heads in the annual budget process
- Acts for the Senior Administrator as their designate during any absences
- Understanding of and ability to interpret policy as well as assist in policy development and education where required in ensuring compliance with the Financial Administration Law, Governance Policy, Finance Policy, Human Resources Policy and other policies that govern the effective operations of the ‘Namgis government




- Attends Council meetings and represents the Senior Administrator as required
- Attends Finance Committee, Housing Committee, Health Board meetings and/or represents the Senior Administrator as required
- Attends to and acts on behalf of the Senior Administrator as the liaison between the Nation and Health Canada, Fisheries and Oceans (DFO), Government of BC, Indigenous Services Canada, Tribal Councils, other First Nations and Indigenous Organizations and Local Governments as required
- Directs and oversees Public Works/Housing/Capital Projects and the administrative support teams.
- Receives and addresses the Nation’s Member questions and concerns in a timely manner.
- Other related duties as may be required from time to time

Job Qualifications :

- Minimum of three (3) years in a senior management position, preferably within a First Nation
- Proven leadership skills in administration and performance management
- Demonstrated financial management skills in budget preparation and administration
- A proven record of successful project funding proposals with all levels of government
- Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal

Salary Range $79,916 - $94,115

Only qualified applicants who submit a cover letter and resume will be considered for shortlisting.

Salary : $79,916.00-$94,115.00 per year

Benefits :

- Dental care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Administrator (Alert Bay)
🏢 'Namgis First Nation
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