Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated in Tsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect – this treaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process.

Tsawwassen First Nation also became a full member of Metro Vancouver, the first First Nation to do so.  We are now going through a period of revival and renewal as we plan our future and seek opportunities to sustain our growth physically, economically and culturally, for present and future generations.

Working Relationships

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services and based out of the administration building, the Senior Executive Assistant and Administration Supervisor works cooperatively with staff and Management and interacts primarily with all staff and also with TFN Community Members, Chief and Executive Council, representatives of other governments, leaseholders, contractors, and other business partners.

This role will have four roles reporting to it including the Executive Assistant to the Chief, Executive Assistant to the CAO, the Corporate Governance Clerk, and the Office Assistant. There may be changes to the reporting structure as operational needs progress.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide executive assistance to the Chief as required
• Manage relationships with Members, staff, service providers and vendors
• Coordinate admin building meetings and conference room booking
• Liaise with leadership to handle requests and queries
• Provide general support to visitors in a professional and friendly manner 
• Carry out any other tasks deemed necessary by the Management Team
• Manage inventory of office, kitchen and snack supplies
• Track expenses on the corporate credit card and provide receipts and any supporting documentation to Finance team
• Provide training and mentorship to EA and Administration staff
• Complete annual reviews for departmental staff 
• Provide back up to sort incoming and outgoing mail and courier deliveries
• Daily walk-through of the office to ensure everything is in order
• Providing support to departmental staff across the organization
• Share responsibilities for frontline support with the Receptionist and other admin staff including relief coverage, special projects, and event assistance
• Creating Word and Excel documents (e.g. letters, templates, spreadsheets) per departmental requests and needs
• Operate (or learn how to operate) photocopiers, telephone systems, postage meters, scanners
• Use MS Outlook to send out all staff emails using appropriate protocols

• Use writing skills and attention to detail to assist in the creation of newsletters and other internal and external communications

Education/Experience:

• Ability to multitask is a key priority of this position
• Multi-line telephone system experience strongly desired
• Intermediate to advanced keyboarding skills (e.g. 50 wpm with accuracy)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills essential
• Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Office Administration or experience in a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the clerical field or in a related area
• Knowledge of commonly used office administration tools, concepts, practices, and procedures
• Should have a working knowledge or experience with filing systems
• Be punctual and reliable
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Experience working in a First Nation environment preferred or possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proficient in with MS Office Suite including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Well-developed organizational skills, including exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated work ethic
• Valid BC Driver’s License (Class 5) and reliable personal vehicle
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Working Conditions

Work requires moderate physical exertion such as bending, lifting, carrying, and pushing.  Work is mainly indoors but will occasionally be outdoors when moving between buildings or running off-site errands.

Wages:  Pay scale for this position is $38.10 to $42.58 per hour with excellent benefits including enrolment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan. Placement within the pay scale is based on a review of skills, experience & internal equity. 

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30 in the Administration Building.

We wish to thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Pursuant to the Tsawwassen First Nation Government Employees Act, first priority in hiring among qualified applicants will be given to Tsawwassen Members, second priority to spouses (as defined in s. 3 (1) of the BC Family Law Act) of Tsawwassen Members, and third priority to members of other First Nations. If you fall within one of these categories and you wish to have this voluntary information considered as part of your application, please indicate the applicable category in your cover letter.