Tsilhqot'in Nidlin Senior Administrative Assistant

Senior Administrative Assistant

Classification:         Full time, Permanent

Salary:                     $34.2831 - $38.7760 per hour

Location:                 Williams Lake, BC

Deadline:                 Until Filled

The Tŝilhqot’in Nation has always asserted its inherent right to self-government, including jurisdiction over its families and children. As part of this journey, Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin ("We are Tŝilhqot’in") was created to exercise jurisdiction and ensure culturally grounded family services across the Nation.

The Senior Administrative Assistant responsible for coordinating operations, managing communications, organizing meetings and events and maintaining confidential records. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing detail oriented administrative support that aligns with Tŝilhqot’in values and organizational priorities.

The Senior Administrative Assistant will provide high level administrative support to the Nexwech’ed YetizʔIn (Executive Director). Their responsibilities will include, overseeing daily office operations and administrative functions, including managing supplies, coordinating meetings and maintaining organized filing systems. They will provide communication support by handling calls, emails, and correspondence, while also producing reports, presentations, and detailed meeting notes. Additionally, assist with staff onboarding and support the planning and execution of organizational events and activities.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in a related field (e.g. Business Administration and Office Administration) an asset


• Experience in an administrative role is required


• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality


• Strong communications skills both written and verbal


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage tasks effectively


• Knowledge of Tŝilhqot’in law, culture, language, governance and traditions

Working Conditions and Expectations

• Must reside in, or be willing to move to, Tŝilhqot’in Nation territory (or Williams Lake area, BC)


• Frequent travel within and outside Tŝilhqot’in Territory, including consistent visits to each of the six Tŝilhqot’in communities


• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and additional hardware


• Ability to lift up to 25lbs


• Valid BC Driver’s License required


• Clean criminal records check including vulnerable sector check

Please send a resume, cover letter and three references to:

Jenai Nolin

HR Generalist

Tŝilhqot'in National Government

1729 South Lakeside Drive

Williams Lake, BC V2G 3A9

[email protected]

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Sechanalyagh to all who have applied. Due to the high volume of applications we receive on our job postings, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.