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Job Postings

EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED POLICE SUPERVISOR (SERGEANT)

(Band Member/Persons of Indigenous Ancestry Preferred)
Salary: Rank of Police Sergeant in accordance with the Ontario First Nations Policing Agreement.

The Batchewana First Nation Police Service is actively seeking an Experienced and Qualified Professional Police Officer/Supervisor. Accepting applicants must be an experienced officer with required skills and knowledge to fulfill a role within the Batchewana Police Service. Ability to provide operational supervision of personnel and perform administrative and other operational duties as assigned.

FOLLOWING CRITERIA WILL BE EVALUATED:

• Minimum confirmed in the rank of First class constable police experience with leadership abilities, required skills, knowledge and competencies to fulfill the role of supervisor (Sergeant)

• A positive role model and of good moral character

• Demonstrates behavioral characteristics that would be considered a valued influence for other

  members

• Education portfolio will include accredited police courses

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Outstanding leadership qualities.

• Ready to assume regular/full duties as needed

• May be required to complete the following written testing in accordance with the Ontario First Nation

  Policing Program

  1. MMPI-2 Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2

  2. SIGMA Survey for Police Officers

• Must be able to meet mandatory medical/physical competencies in accordance with the Ontario First Nation Policing Agreement

• Subject to a police background security investigation

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

•  Communication Skills – Written and Verbal

•  Ability to accept and work with community diversity and have experience working in a First Nations

  community.

•  Ability to promote and facilitate community policing

•  Ability to use police related technology

•  Analytical skills

•  Personal and organizational development skills

•  Team building skills – self-confidence, communication and interpersonal skills

•  Conflict avoidance, resolution, mediation skills

•  Able to establish positive relationships and favorable rapport with others

•  Letters of commendation/appreciation will be considered an asset.

•  Proven ability to apply basic police authorities in case preparation.

  CLOSING DATE: Friday March 19th, 2021 at 4:00 p.m.

  Forward cover letter, resume and (3) letters of reference to:

  Band Administration Office, Batchewana First Nation,
  236 Frontenac St, Batchewana First Nation, Ontario P6A 6Z1. Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope

  Or by Email: humanresources@batchewana.ca Subject Line: Police Supervisor (Sergeant)
  Further information or a copy of the job description is available by contacting the Batchewana First Nation

  Human Resources at (705) 759-0914 or 1-877-236-2632.

  Late applications will not be accepted. Persons of Indigenous Ancestry who meet the criteria are encouraged to apply. All applications are appreciated however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Child Welfare Team Lead

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Child Welfare Team Lead is responsible for directly supervising the front-line child welfare/band representative workers and support staff. The Child Welfare Team Lead is responsible for providing direction, coaching, guidance, and supervision to staff on all matters relating to child welfare services delivery while ensuring their efforts are in alignment with the Batchewana First Nation strategic planning, policies, and procedures as well as legal framework of the Child Youth and Family Services Act and Batchewana’s Standard of Practice.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• University Degree with Honours in Social Work or related field

• Registration with Ontario College of Social Workers.

• First Nation Experience considered and Asset

• Five years’ experience working with children and families involved in Child Welfare Protection.

• Three years direct management and administration experience in Child Welfare Protection or Social Service

  Agency.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of BFN and Nog-Da-Win-Da-Min programs and services.

• Understanding, respect, and sensitivity of Anishinabek culture, traditions, and Seven Grandfather Teachings.

• Knowledge of BFN services delivery, customs, and traditions in responding to Child Welfare.

• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as: Child, Youth, and Family Services Act, Canadian Human Rights

  Code, Canada Labour Code, Occupational Health & Safety Act, and other relevant legislation.

• Design and operation of various services delivery models.

• Exceptional interpersonal, relationship, and leadership skills.

• Exception verbal and written communication skills.

• Superior time management and prioritization skills.

• Strong user level competency in computer software including Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills.

• Ability to work in team environment.

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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Favorable CPIC and Clean Vulnerable Sector Check.
Valid G class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Based on the current COVID-19 Pandemic restrictions please forward your cover letter and resume to email:

humanresources@batchewana.ca

SUBJECT LINE: Child Welfare Team Lead
ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY March 12, 2021 AT 12:00 PM (Noon).

Batchewana First Nation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodations please contact the Human Resources department at 705-759-0914. First Nation preference in hiring. Please visit us at www.batchewana.ca

Junior Accounts Receivable Clerk

POSITION SUMMARY:

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The Junior Accounts Receivable Clerk assists in the administration of providing accurate accounts receivable records. The Junior Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for assisting in the processing revenue for BFN.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in processing Accounts Receivable statements for BFN.

• Make bank deposits.

• Maintains travel records for staff requiring collecting and invoicing travel receipts and expense claims.

• Assist in filing all required documentation.

• Invoices external clients and assists Accounts Payable Clerk when required for internal clients.

• Assistant in providing information for financial reports, including account and budget balancing.

• Dealing with staff requests.

• Participate in maintaining general ledger for Accounts Receivable.

• Other duties as assigned.

  QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• College diploma in finance/accounting OR

• 1 (one) year of progressively responsible experience in finance/accounting.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

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• Thoroughly familiar with the federal and provincial legislation, regulations, and guidelines that are relevant to the funding and delivery of services on reserve.

• Knowledge about the cultures and the significant characteristics of the social structures of BFN.

• Familiar with the BFN Financial Management, Personnel, and applicable Human Services Policies.

• Moderate level of competency in computer software such as Microsoft Office and other processing software.

• Diplomatic and flexible team player.

• Able to relate effectively.

• Ability to work effectively with the management and staff of other programs/agencies.

• Ability to effectively implement programs, policies, and procedures.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Clean CPIC.

  Based on the current COVID-19 Pandemic restrictions please forward your cover letter and resume to email:

  humanresources@batchewana.ca

  SUBJECT LINE: Junior Accounts Receivable Clerk
  ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY March 5, 2021 AT 12:00 PM.

  Batchewana First Nation welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. If you require accommodations please contact the Human Resources department at 705-759-0914. First Nation preference in hiring. Please visit us at www.batchewana.ca