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ATIKAMEKSHENG ANISHNAWBEK
Atikameksheng Anishnawbek will thrive together as a strong and proud Nation by honouring our gifts of Anishinabemowin and the Life of the Land.
Competition Number: 2022-008
Position: Director of Education
Department: Education
Employment Status: Full Time
Salary: $38.55 – $47.01/HR – 35 Hours per Week
Location: Naughton, ON
Closing Date: May 13, 2022 at 4:00pm
POSITION SCOPE:
The role of the Director of Education is to manage the coordination and the delivery of programs and services of the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek including Post- Secondary, Secondary & Elementary Tuition, Adult Education, Literacy, Anishnaabemowin, Special Education, Transportation, Library, Daycare, and prevention programs, Manage the financial resources, human resources and programs and services of the department to ensure student success to improve the educational levels the Atikameksheng Anishnawbek members.. The Director of Education shall continuously strive to improve operations, streamline work processes and work collaboratively with other departments to provide quality services to its membership.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
University Degree – Bachelor of Education or related field of study
Three (3) years’ experience working with a First Nation or Aboriginal organization managing programs and services, finances, human resources
Experience working with School Boards and/or Schools
Experience writing proposals, policies and procedures and reports
Experience working with Aboriginal people, organizations, management and financial accounting experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administration and Management of Education Programs
Develop annual work plan of educational programs
Engage the community in the development of programs and services
Develop, negotiate and monitor approved education agreements and other agreements related to social services
Coordinate the inclusion of Anishnaabemowin and culture into programs and services
Develop programs and services to ensure student success, employability and to improve the educational levels of community members
Ensure the coordination of transportation services for secondary and elementary school students are implemented
Ensure the coordination of special needs and other counselling for students are implemented
Project Management
Ensure completion of administration tasks as required
Prepare reports, briefing notes and correspondence as required
Prepare annual work plan, monthly reports to supervisor
Establish work priorities, delegate work as necessary when applicable and ensure deadlines are met and all policies and procedures are followed.
Financial Management
Develop annual education budgets with input from education and administrative staff
Approve and monitor cheque requisitions for programs and services
Adhere to the Finance Policies and Procedures
Monitor and flag monthly budget variances, adjust and report as necessary
Develop and provide quarterly and annual reports
Maintain overall financial administration of the budget of approximately $ 2.5 to $3 Million
Policy Development
Lead in the planning, development and implementation of various policies as they relate to the Education Department
Monitor and revise, write is necessary policies and procedures
Prepare and submit proposals for funding and/or enhanced educational and services.
Interagency participation
Coordinate Education Committee
Provide advice and assistance to the Education Committee
Actively participate in local, regional and national committees/groups in support of educational and services
Maintain communication with the community to promote education programs and social services and gain feedback on the direction of Education & Social Services in the community.
Personnel
Supervise, coach and direct Education department staff
Coordinate team meetings
Coordinate development of annual work plans
Monitor employee performance and performance reviews
Monitor attendance and address any issues
Coordinate staff development and address training needs
Participate on hiring committees when required
Ensure orientation for new staff is completed
Follow Atikameksheng Anishnawbek personnel policies and procedures
We offer attractive benefits, opportunities for advancement and an engaging work environment. We offer a RRSP with a matched contribution at a rate 5%, EFAP program, and health and insurance coverage and benefits.
Please refer to our website: https://atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca/ for posting details. A detailed job description is available upon request. Please quote the Competition No. in your cover letter and resume, and submit by email to [email protected], by fax to 705-692-5010 or by mail to:
Human Resources,
25 Reserve Rd,
Naughton, ON
P0M 2M0
Please note that preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. Please self-identify.
Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
