Position Summary: 
•    The Post-Secondary Education Coordinator/Secretary/Receptionist will manage, plan and coordinate all post-secondary education services provided to ‘Namgis Band members living both on and off reserve according to existing policies and requirements.
Reports To:  Assistant Administrator
Specific Responsibilities:
•    To provide post-secondary education funding, based on policy, to band members on and off reserve
•    To work with the post-secondary committee in the development of new programs and local education initiatives for adults, youth and community
•    To work with the Youth Employment TESI Coordinator on the development of local training initiatives and life skills programs for Cormorant Island Community Learning Centre
•    To provide secretary/receptionist support services at the Cormorant Island Community Learning Centre
•    To complete post-secondary registry, related reports and additional documents for INAC and other funding agencies
•    To maintain an accurate up to date filing system and create a resource library for scholarships, bursaries and training programs
•    To prepare annual budgets and submit related reports to program agencies
•    To prepare, approve and make timely payments for cheque requests for ‘Namgis post-Secondary students approved and sponsored monthly
•    Monitor student progress and provide advice and guidance to potential students
•    To attend related workshops and training with FNESC, INAC, NVIT related to the Education Coordinator Program  
•    To carry out duties as assigned by the assistant administrator and post-secondary education committee
•    Other related duties


Skills & Experience
•    Minimum 2 years experience working in a First Nation Organization
•    Minimum two years experience in post-secondary education and adult education
•    Minimum 2 years direct experience in secretary/receptionist duties
Education: 
•    Grade 12 or Equivalent
•    Business Office Training Certificate (10 months)
•    One year attendance at a post-secondary institution
Please submit your resume and two references to:
                     Verna Ambers
Assistant Administrator
PO Box 210
Alert Bay, BC
VON 1AO

SALARY RANGE:  Starting at $28,942.00 to $34,559.00

Closing Date:  August 5, 2011 at 4:00PM