Chief Operating Officer Jobs

Flying Dust First Nation is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated individual to provide management within the administration division. The COO is responsible for the management, administration and direct supervision of directors and managers, the advisory of all band programs and services in order to ensure that the needs of Members are met in a reasonable, effective and efficient manner.
Main Job Tasks And Responsibilities
Strategic and Operational Planning

• Ensure that strategic goals/plans, policies, procedures, and community programs are developed, implemented, and evaluated.
• Ensure that all Band operations are conducted within relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Provide leadership in developing the organization's strategic and operational plans under the direction of Chief and Council.

Financial Management

• Provide leadership and advice to Chief and Council in the management of the Nation’s financial affairs.
• Provide support to the Chief Financial Officer, Program Managers and relevant entities in the development and management of annual operating and capital budgets.
• Establish and ensure internal financial controls are in place.

Program and Service Delivery

• Oversee program delivery in government, finance, public works, employment & training, post-secondary, income assistance, housing, etc.
• Develop proposals for program funding.
• Research potential funding, programs and projects as required.
• Manage the community’s infrastructure and assets.

Council Governance

• Attend all Band Council meetings, coordinate the information and resources with the Office Manager for Band Meetings and Band Council Members.
• Convey Council decisions to the staff and/or public.
• Act as a liaison between Band Council and Band Members.
• Ensure all Band Council business is conducted within relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

Relationship Management

• Maintain an open, equitable, and service-oriented relationship between the community and the Band administration.
• Manage staff in accordance with HR Policy and performance expectations including routine supervision and performance evaluations.
• Recruit, coach, and mentor staff, coordinate training and development activities
• Promote and provide for a positive working environment aligned with the culture and values of Flying Dust First Nation

Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position and as assigned by Chief and Council.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare proposals, reports, policies, and Band Council documents
• Strong team leadership and management skills
• Strong ability to establish good working relationships, both internally and with external stakeholders
• Demonstrate dedication to the role and to Flying Dust First Nation
• Knowledge of First Nation Culture; Tradition and Language is a definite asset
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications
• Strong ability to manage First Nations resources, including people, materials, assets, and money
• Strong financial and operations management skills
• Strong ability to maintain strict confidentiality with respect to government office documents

Experience And Education Requirements

• Experience in project development, implementation, and management.
• 5+ years of related experience, ideally in a management role for a First Nations organization, with responsibility for the following areas:
• Human resources management
• Post-secondary education in organizational administration and management, business, finance, Aboriginal studies, or another related field is preferred
• Program management and delivery
• Budgeting
• Financial management
• Program evaluation

Email, Or Fax Your Resume, With 3 References (1) Reference Must Be From Your Current Or Last Employer And a Current RCMP Criminal Record Check To
Flying Dust First Nation
Attn: Jenalee Blatz; Human Resource Manager
Fax: (306) 236-3373
Email: [email protected]
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.