Job Opportunity
Office Manager - Full Time
Job Summary
The Office Manager will endeavor to provide administrative support, focusing on the management of the Administration facility and Band owned buildings/assets.
Duties of the Office Manager:
· Establishing maintenance schedule for UFN Administration buildings and capital assets
· Establish booking and check-out procedures for the Community Hall and ensure it is cleaned to acceptable standards at check out.
· Develop and Implement Hall booking procedures.
· Track, maintain and assign UFN equipment as needed
· On-boarding new employees in the areas of office procedures, and equipment. Including telephones, voicemail, photocopier, fax, and scanner and email procedures
· Supervise and train receptionist
· Act as point of contact for technical services administered by outside agencies, with contract particulars subject to Band Manager approval
· Maintain inventory of office supplies
· Collect and deliver mail for all UFN departments, including the Nagwuntl’oo School
· Ensure postage meter supplies and rates are current
· Track expenditures for all activities
· Produce a community newsletter with input from all departments.
· Provide postings to community and on websites and social media.
· Other duties as UFN sees fit to include
· Seek and apply for at least one grant per fiscal year that will support or enhance this department
· Assists Operations Manager as needed.
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or MBA.
· Exceptional communication skills- Excellent verbal and written communication with 100% fluency in English, interpersonal skills, and ethical mindset.
· Minimum of two (2) year experience to the duties and responsibilities outlined above.
· Skill in computers and related software applications.
Skills and Abilities
· Good organizational skills
· Good at file management
· Adept to problem-solving and conflict resolution
· Able to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
· Strong ability in using MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
· Demonstrated ability to successfully establish and maintain respectful, productive, and cooperative working relationships
· Strong ethics and knowledge of confidentiality
· Familiar with the use of lamination machines.
Conditions of Employment
· Must be able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Records Check
· Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid BC Driver’s License
· Operates as part of a team and is flexible about the boundaries and functions of the job
· Good interpersonal skills with the ability to support individuals to access resources, and problem solve
· Strong administrative skills with attention to detail
· Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office (You can use large number of functions and feel confident using the program)
· Ability to communicate clearly to individuals
· Good integrity and professionalism
· Strong team player with excellent teambuilding skills
· Lifestyle consistent with the importance and responsibilities of the position Creates an environment where open honest communication is valued and develops strong, cooperative relationships
· Quality – Sets and attains quality standards that meet or exceed requirements
· Planning and Organizing – Establishes and plans a clear course of action, involving others as appropriate, managing activities and monitoring results to accomplish specific goals and timetables
· Initiative – Is a self-starter, seeking out or taking the initiative to get work done
· Maintains open and professional communications with co-workers, board members and all others who do business with the society or member bands
· Agree to abide by the UFN confidentiality policy
· Ensures that all internal and external deadlines are met
· Takes responsibility for identifying and upgrading of personal skills necessary to perform job duties
· Successfully completes all training courses undertaken at the direction of Band Administrator or Supervisor
· Recognizes and respects all cultural diversity and understands Aboriginal culture
Interview Process:
· Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
· Two step interviews (Interview & written assignment)
· Criminal record check
· Reference Check
Application Deadline: Open until filled
How to Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to hr@ulkatcho.ca. Please include “Office Manager” in the subject line. Or drop off at the reception counter at the band office.