Internal/External
Full-time/Permanent
Location: Anywhere in Ontario
Remote Work: Flexible
Closes: April 20, 2022
Starting Salary: $46,610 – $56,370, per year based on experience. Salary Range Max $60,600 [2022 Rates]
All applicants are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to qualified applicants who meet the requirements for MNO Citizenship as per the MNO Bylaws and who are in good standing.
What We Offer
As an employer, the Métis Nation of Ontario offers a collaborative work environment with competitive salary
Further, permanent employees benefit from:
- Comprehensive employer-paid health benefits,
- Pension plan,
- 10 days’ vacation to start,
- Annual paid two-week holiday closure in December-January,
- 16 paid public and employer holidays,
- Early closures on long weekends,
- 15 paid health & wellness days (sick leave),
- Employee Assistance Plan, and
- Telemedicine plan.
- Preferred membership pricing at Goodlife gyms.
The Role
The LRC Branch Coordinator will coordinate various activities in support of the LRC Branch.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Sort LRC notifications received in the general LRC e-mailbox by region.
- Respond to LRC Branch inquiries, and provide information by telephone, mail, email or in person.
- Ensure LRC Branch website is up-to-date.
- Prepare materials for LRC Branch website and brochures.
- Collect information from LRC staff for LRC Branch reporting.
- Provide administrative, clerical and research support and assistance as required.
- Review and assist with processing expense claims, purchase orders, airline and other travel arrangements (i.e., car rentals, hotels, etc.)
- In coordination with Head Office, arrange all travel, car rental and accommodations for staff as required.
- Maintain standard office supplies, and place orders for supplies as necessary.
- Photocopy, log, file and match completed purchase orders with invoices.
- Provide administrative support for meetings and engagement sessions.
- Assist with processing LRC notifications for MNO Regions 6, 8 and 9, as needed.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time by the Director of Lands, Resources and Consultations.
Qualifications
- Strong desire to act in the service of the Métis Citizens, to advance and uphold rights and culture.
Mandatory Qualifications:
- Experience working in and office environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English (French would be considered an asset)
- Experience with computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite) and office equipment (Photocopier, postage machine etc.)
- Ability to type 50wpm.
- Attention to detail, accuracy.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to multi-task and the ability to assist with different types of requests often under pressure.
- Ability to remain flexible
Requirements:
- Experience in performing administrative duties and file management.
- Customer Service experience and orientation.
- Financial experience would be considered an asset, but not required.
- Good understanding of general office procedures and the use, care and maintenance of standard office equipment.
- Well-developed organizational and planning skills to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent typing and word processing skills.
- Ability to research and gather information in an efficient manner.
- Dependability, strong work ethic.
- Willingness to learn and ability to take direction.
- Willingness to expand knowledge of MNO’s mandate, structure, Métis History and Culture.
- Ability to travel when required.
- A ‘Can Do’ attitude
- Willingness to assist with different tasks and for different individuals with different.
- Willingness to work after hours and on weekends when required.
- Class ‘G’ Drivers License considered an asset.
Who We Are
In 1993, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was established through the will of Métis people and Métis communities coming together throughout Ontario to create a Métis-specific governance structure and vision, encapsulated in the Statement of Prime Purpose. Today, the Métis Nation of Ontario represents over 25,000 Métis citizens.
The MNO delivers programs and services to its citizens through these branches: Healing and Wellness; Community Wellbeing; Education and Training; Housing; Lands, Resources and Consultation; Intergovernmental and Community Relations; Self-Government and Registry. Through these various branches, the MNO maintains 30+ offices and community spaces across the province, administers over $50 million annually, and employs about 350 staff across the province.
AODA Statement
The Métis Nation of Ontario commits to providing accommodation as required by the Ontario Human Rights Act, unless to do so would cause undue hardship. Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the principles of dignity, individualization, and inclusion. The Métis Nation of Ontario will work cooperatively and in the spirit of respect with all partners in the accommodation process. These accommodations will extend to all aspects of the employment relationship including recruitment and selection.
Please email humanresources@metisnation.org if you require an accommodation during the hiring process.
Please note, all employees, regardless of role or location, are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, unless the employee has a valid medical exemption. This condition of employment is effective for all employees, full or part-time, permanent or contract, whether working remotely or not, as of November 1, 2021.