CARCROSS/TAGISH FIRST NATION
MISSION STATEMENT
The Carcross/Tagish First Nation is mandated to protect the environment, health and wellness, education and aboriginal rights of our citizens; to continue to preserve and protect our culture, traditions, and languages; to protect and develop our natural resources and strengthen our economy and the Carcross/Tagish First Nation government for our future generations.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Career Manager, the Education, Employment and Training Officer (EETO) assists C/TFN Citizens by administering the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Strategy (ASETS) and Post Secondary Education (PSE) programs. Additionally, this role will organize training events and professional development initiatives with a goal of increasing education and employment opportunities for Citizens.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administer the ASETS and PSE programs according to the terms and conditions of the corresponding agreements
- Maintain a library of employment and training related information, career opportunities and education facilities
- Maintain a complete file of clients under the ASETS and PSE programs
- Advise C/TFN Citizens on the availability of training funds and the conditions attached to applying for such funds
- Organize workshops and short courses by arranging for facilitators and informing C/TFN staff and Citizens
- Ensuring that the education and training is delivered within budgets and meets departmental requirements and priorities
- Liaise with trainers and trainees
- Inform Citizens and Departments on a regular basis on progress of training plans and programs
- Organize and support meeting for the education advisory committee
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of post-secondary coursework in business administration or related
- Demonstrated knowledge of financial management
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & SUITABILITY
- Familiarity with training resources and programs available at the Territorial and Federal levels will be considered an asset
- Strong research, report and proposal writing skills
- Ability to work effectively as an integral part of a team and foster a team approach to service delivery
- Strong oral and written communication skills including presentations, briefings and reporting
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Ability to develop, coordinate or facilitate workshops and orientation sessions
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
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We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. However, preference will be given to C/TFN Citizens, associate members and indigenous candidates.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Please Note:
- No relocation costs are associated with the position.
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APPLICATIONS/RESUMES MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59PM ON THE CLOSING DATE.
Apply to: [email protected]