Career Opportunities

Position Description: The Student Placement Coordinator will assist Fort William First Nation Operations in supporting the education and development of students through our Summer Student program.

Purpose and Scope of the Position: The Student Placement Coordinator will assist Fort William First Nation Operations in supporting the education and development of students through our Student program.

Responsibilities: 

• Create and carefully review all program, site and staff materials for the summer student program
• Advertise and promote the program and the positions available
• Conduct recruitment events and information nights
• Coordinate with FWFN Management and Staff regarding the hiring needs
• Ensure students have the proper qualifications
• Create and implement a Student Orientation which includes detailed training and certificate requirements
• Create a student database and monitor and update as applicable
• Ensure proper Health and Safety protocols are followed, including safety gear available and worn
• Organize catering services for the program and comply with nutritional guidelines as set out by the Canada Food Guide
• Ensure transportation to and from activities are organized and planned ahead of time
• Work with FWFN staff to plan and organize age appropriate events for the program
• Carefully maintain confidentiality of information regarding children, families, and staff
• Follow all FWFN established policies and procedures concerning staff conduct, appropriate dress, program procedures, and other responsibilities as set forth by administrative staff
• Assume program related responsibilities as requested by the Manager of Social Services
• Review and update program materials and complete required training
• Be knowledgeable of administrative policies and procedures that must be implemented
• Process and track all summer student hiring paperwork;
• Work with the funding agencies that support the program
• Manage daily communications regarding meetings and notifications regarding students, staff, scheduling;
• Supervise Summer Student Supervisors on an as-needed basis in collaboration with the Manager of Social Services
• Perform all clerical tasks as requested
• Assist as needed in processing final student evaluations
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• Secondary School Diploma required
• Post-Secondary School Diploma in Business, Marketing, Public Relations or related field required.
• 3-5 years’ event coordination or management experience preferred.
• 3-5 years’ fundraising experience considered an asset.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proven ability to manage budgets.

Salary: To be determined.

Closing Date: Applications, consisting of a cover letter and resume with three (3) references, must be received by 11:59 pm on Sunday, January 19, 2025, and direct your application to the attention of:

Human Resources – Recruitment
Ph: 807-623-9543, Fax: 807-623-5190
Email: jobs@fwfn.com

When applying online, please ensure to reference the Job Posting Title in the Subject Line.
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.