Office Coordinator - Transitional Housing
Position: Office Coordinator - Transitional Housing
Starting Range: Starting at $28.11 (Pending Education & Experience)
Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week
Location: 19 Nookomis Mikaan, Garden River First Nation, ON

COME JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS AND A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR KETEGAUNSEEBEE.

Garden River First Nation, also known as Ketegaunseebee is located near Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. The community is part of the Ojibway band and is recognized for its cultural heritage. Created in 1850 with the signing of the Robinson-Huron Treaty, GRFN administers a variety of programs and services. Various department managers oversee their individual programs, and overall administrative duties are overseen by a Chief Administrative Officer who is directly responsible to the Council who in turn, are responsible to the membership. Garden River First Nation's Transitional Housing program supports individuals and families by providing safe, stable, and supportive housing services. The program promotes well-being, independence, and successful transitions toward long-term housing stability. Through culturally appropriate, trauma-informed support and community partnerships, Transitional Housing strives to empower clients, strengthen families, and create a respectful environment that reflects the values, traditions, and teachings of Garden River First Nation. Please visit our website at www.gardenriver.org to learn more.

What you will do:

Coordinate daily office operations, scheduling, meetings, and administrative activities.

Maintain accurate, confidential client records, files, reports, and outcome data.

Prepare correspondence, reports, meeting materials, and other documentation.

Monitor staff schedules, attendance,



and shift coverage to support program operations.

Coordinate communication between staff, management, community members, and external partners.

Assist with budget tracking, financial administration, and departmental planning.

Support a protected, respectful, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed workplace.

What you can bring to the role:

A two-year college diploma in Office Administration, Business Administration or Experience in office administration, coordination, or executive support.

Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Sound judgment, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.

The ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

A respectful understanding of First Nations culture, values, traditions, and community needs.

The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends, and travel when required.

Clear CPIC required as a condition of employment.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation in the application process may submit a request along with their application. By applying to this opportunity, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION REGISTERED MEMBERS. SELF-IDENTIFICATION IS ENCOURAGED.

Interested applicants please forward letter of introduction and resume to [email protected] by: October 31, 2026 by 4:30 PM. Please include " TRAN-OC-2026-72 " in the email subject line.

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📌 Office Coordinator – Transitional Housing (Manitoba)
🏢 Garden River
📍 Manitoba