Responsibilities

• Communicate with youth to determine their needs and abilities
• Communicate with organizations to determine needs and interest
• Develop youth employment package
•  Supervise youth
•  Coordinate student placements
• Record attendance/timesheets for payroll
• Assist in completion of final reports required by funding agent
• Perform other duties as required

Knowledge & Skills

• Office administration
• Team building skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Effective written skills
• Time management skills

This position is open to Post Secondary Students who will be returning to school in the fall. This is a 12 week program.

Interested individuals please submit resume to Fort William First Nation Band Office Reception to the attention of Renee Boucher by Friday May 18th 2012 @ 4:00 p.m.

Position Description: Under the direction of the FWFN Band Council, with direct supervision from the Chief of FWFN, plans, organizes, directs and controls, the development and implementation of all FWFN programs, projects and services to ensure the effective and efficient delivery and operation.

Major Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall supervision of all administrative staff and Project Administrators, with direct supervision provided to the Senior Managers.
• Directs and advises the Senior Managers delivering services and programs to the Membership, clientele and general public.
• Coordinates the evaluations of all Band staff via Senior Managers and performs direct evaluations of those staff under the Band Manager supervision.
• Establishes objectives for the departments and formulates policies and programs.
• Attends all Council meetings and provides information and resources for Band meetings and Band Council members.
• Supervises the preparation of the agendas, minutes and by-laws for Band Council, Committee and Community meetings.
• Prepares Band Council resolutions, contribution arrangements and other funding proposals to access funds for priorities as determined by the Band Council.
• Implements the decisions of the FWFN Band Council.
• Participates in the coordination of the annual audit of the FWFN financial records, reviews audit with Council, follows-up with recommendations and implements financial policies and procedures.
• Organizes funds to implement policies and programs; establishes financial and administrative controls and overall personnel planning.
• Ensures the security of all FWFN assets.
• Ensures that all departments have their annual budgets prepared and submitted prior to the beginning of the fiscal year.
• Maintains effective communication and liaisons with all levels of government and various organizations.
• Represents FWFN for the purpose of Government liaison and media relations.
• Assist FWFN Chief and Council in developing the long-term vision and strategic plan of FWFN and facilitate the implementation of that plan.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the FWFN Chief and Council.

Reporting Responsibilities:

• Submits reports and briefs on all Department activities, financial and administrative matters to the Chief and Council and other agencies.

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Ontario Drivers License and use of personal vehicle.
• Must be able to travel.

• Criminal Reference Check.

Qualifications:

• A university degree or college diploma in Band Management, Business Administration, Finance or other related field and several years of experience as senior manager in a related organization or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Sound analytical and problem solving skills, stress management and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be computer proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with accounting software programs.
• Understanding of the Fort William First Nation traditions/heritage/cultural lifeways are a definite asset.

Required Skills:

Salary: To be announced.

Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter & resume with  three (3) references, must be received by 4pm on Friday, May 25^th, 2012.  Please direct your application to the attention of:

Michael Pelletier, HR Coordinator

FWFN Human Resource Department

90 Anemki Drive, Suite 200

Thunder Bay, ON, P7J 1L3 

When hand delivering; ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

Job posting – Band Manager CEO

Please be advised that due to the weather, the Community Clean-up scheduled for April 20, 2012 will be rescheduled for a date in May. A community newsletter with the details will follow when the new date has been set.

Post Secondary Funding Applications

Are you planning on attending College or University in the 2012/2013 school year?

If so, you will have to apply for funding from Fort William First Nation.  This is required for each and every year you plan on attending a Post Secondary Institution (even if you are a returning student).  Downloadable applications are available at www.fwfn.com, or a hard copy can be picked up at the Band Office.  Deadline for application is May 30, 2012.

Please ensure you include cost for the full year.  Any unexpected cost will not get budgeted for, and may not be covered.

Transcripts

Please submit your end of year transcripts as soon as possible.

Post Secondary Graduates

If you are graduating this year from a Post Secondary Institution please contact Myra Bannon at 623-9543 extension 225. I will require a copy of your diploma.  Graduates may receive a bursary (if you have never received one before).

Have a fun and safe spring and summer.

FWFN Administration Office

Permanent Position

Position Description: Under the general direction of the Controller, the Finance Officer will perform internal control functions, account reconciliation, budget monitoring, general ledger administration and preparation of audit working papers.

Major Responsibilities:

• Prepares bank and account reconciliations.
• Monitors use of existing internal controls and assists in the development of new controls.
• Completes journal entries as required.
• Collates information for various reports to funding agencies and management.
• Assists with audit and preparation of audit working papers.
• Responsible for maintenance of budget functions.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Sound understanding of accounting practices.
• Excellent computer skills.  Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics would be considered an asset.
• Diploma or degree in accounting is desired, combined with a minimum of 2 years experience in the accounting field.  Enrolment in the CGA or CA program of study is encouraged.

Hourly Wage: To be announced.

Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3) references, must be received by 4pm on Friday, April 6^th, 2012.  Please direct your application to the attention of:

Kim Hopkins, Chief Financial Officer 

C/O FWFN Human Resource Department 

90 Anemki Drive, Suite 200

Thunder Bay, ON P7J 1L3 

Or via fax to (807) 623-5190 

Or via email mdpelletier@fwfn.com 

When hand delivering ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

We appreciate all applications.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Full-time Position

Position Description: The Controller shall hold responsibility for managing the overall financial operations of Fort William First Nation (FWFN), and will provide accurate information to the Director of Finance & Administration.  The Controller will be responsible for directing and managing the organization’s accounting functions and also maintains the organization’s accounting systems and implements changes as required.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage the accounting operations including the review of journal entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and statutory reporting.
• Establish and monitor internal controls to ensure that accounting activities are in accordance with established legal regulatory and organization policies and procedures.
• Prepare, analyze and present monthly, quarterly and annual operating results for each department.
• Generation of reports of performance against budgets
• Work with operations to define, measure, analyze, improve and control current processes which impact client/customer quality and influence internal operating efficiency.
• Provide strategic analysis as required to drive improved decision making.
• Provides advice and guidance on all accounting matters including financial systems, record keeping, analysis, and reporting
• Coordinating the year-end audit and preparation of audited financial statements
• Work with external auditors, audit committee and FWFN Chief and Council.
• Supporting new systems or project selections and implementation from a strategic finance and internal control perspective
• Ensures rapid and consistent collection of receivables by refining and implementing control mechanisms
• Assigns and authorizes cheques, purchase orders and invoices
• With input from the Director of Finance & Administration, responsible for the formulation of accounting policies, procedures and controls
• Other related duties and required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Business/Accounting, with advanced degree or professional accounting designation (such as CA, CGA, CMA) required.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of all aspects of non-profit and for-profit  accounting and financial management.
• Experience overseeing audits performed by external audit firms
• Financial analysis, budgeting and some strategic planning experience
• Management and or supervisory experience

• Ability to adapt to and learn new software
• Able to work well under pressure and meet set deadlines
• Good organizational, time management and prioritizing skills
• Attention to detail in all areas of work

A full job description is available upon request.

Hourly Wage: To be announced.

Job Posting Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3) references, must be received by 4pm on Friday, April 6^th, 2012.  Please direct your application to the attention of:

Kim Hopkins, 

Director of Finance & Administration 

C/O FWFN Human Resource Department 

90 Anemki Drive, Suite 200

Fort William First Nation, ON P7J 1L3 

Or via fax to (807) 623-5190 

Or via email mdpelletier@fwfn.com 

When hand delivering ensure that your application is date stamped and a copy provided to you.

We appreciate all applications.  Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

March 23, 2012

The Anemki Mountain Corporation will be considering resumes for the following position of

GENERAL MANAGER

Reporting:

The General Manager reports directly to the Anemki Mountain Corporation Board of Directors, and ensures that all facility operational requirements are adequately met through the application of established policies and procedures.

Duties:

• Negotiate and prepare tenant leases and lease renewals
• Deals with tenant’s problems and ensures that their needs are met, in conjunction with the specified lease requirements
• Supervise Arena Manager and Arena Operation
• Manage Mountain Operation in conjunction with Mountain Supervisor
• Establish and manage a Fort William First Nation (FWFN) Housing Corporation/Authority Department in conjunction with the Housing Administrator
• Manage/maintain all FWFN buildings
• Supervise Assistant Manager
• Negotiation and supervision of any new property or building that AMC investigates or undertakes.
• Performs building maintenance and security. Should maintenance activities be contracted out, the General Manager tenders the work and administrates the contract (s)
• Develop and administer tender contracts for janitorial services, heating system maintenance, elevator maintenance, and ground maintenance and snow removal.
• Monitor heating/air-conditioning system through the use of Trane CRT Interface and Network digital temperature control. Troubleshoot potential problems or trend log and view current system status.
• Receives and/or collects rent from tenants.
• Take necessary steps to remedy outstanding accounts.
• Supervises an internal accountant who records and maintains account receivables/payables, payroll, GST remittances and any other records.
• Requests and approves corporation cheques for accounts payable.
• Handles general banking and other financial matters.
• Ensures all funding agencies (Ministry of Citizenship Industry Science & Technology Canada, Royal Bank of Canada) requirements are met and are kept updated as to corporation’s current status and financial position.
• Establishes annual budgets for Board approval and maintains cost control.
• Develops Corporations agendas, types minutes and keeps Corporation’s minute book in order and current.
• Reports to Board of Directors in writing at regularly scheduled meetings and details the corporations status.
• Recommends capital improvements to the Board of Directors. Monitors and/or inspects work performed.
• Responds to emergency calls as required. (24 hours per day)
• Approves tenant’s improvements and ensures that all building codes are adhered to.
• Inspects all fire protection equipment and maintains a fire logbook for all commercial complexes.
• Inspects all H.V.A.C and H.R.V units and maintains service log
• Inspects boiler and maintains service log book
• Inspects all chilled water and glycol circulating pumps and maintains service log book
• Maintains Key management system for all commercial complexes.
• Maintains Security DVR and camera system for all commercial complexes
• Keep a good working relationship with Fort William First Nation

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 Graduation Diploma or equivalent with minimum three (3) years Property Management experience. Accredited Property Management status (APM) an asset. Post Secondary Grad Diploma an asset.
• Minimum (2) two years administrative management experience, supervising five or more subordinates.
• Experience in management of commercial building, which includes maintenance to all building components such as electrical, plumbing H.R.V. and H.V.A.C units, air conditioning units, boiler and water chilled. Accredited or Certification in Facilities Maintenance an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints is essential.
• Good oral written communication skills.
• Computer experience and efficiency in Word, Excel and Quicken.
• Demonstrated integrity on personal as well as professional level
• Ability to solve problems, involving tenants, personnel issues, finances, equipment failure, emergency situations etc. and attentive to detail.

NOTE: Applicants must have a security clearance at the “Enhanced Reliability Level”. The successful applicant must file with the Government of Canada and the Anemki Mountain Corporation the following forms:

1. Declaration regarding Criminal Convictions
2. Government of Canada- Personnel Screening Request and Authorization
3. Security Briefing
4. One complete set of fingerprints for identification purposes

Salary:

Wage range $40,000 To $50,000. Commensurate with experience.

APPLICANT MUST POSSESS A VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND HAVE ACCESS TO OWN VEHICLE

Please send applications to the attention of:

Myra Bannon

President

Anemki Mountain Corporation

Applications must be received NO later than Friday, March 30, 2012, at Suite 200, 90 Anemki Drive (Band Administration Office) Thunder Bay, Ontario P7J 1L3 and must consist of a cover letter, resume and three references (2 references employment related), in a sealed envelope marked “Confidential”.