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The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, our wholly owned business arm has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently seeking a reliable and vigilant individual to join our team as a Camp Security Guard. As a Camp Security Guard, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the camp, facilities, and campers. You will play a vital role in maintaining a secure and welcoming environment for all campers and staff members.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Custodian Tech Services support in our Technical Services department. This opportunity will be a casual position and is ideal for an experienced cleaner to help support with the cleanliness of the department.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, by email, in confidence to betty@impacthr.ca.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Full Time Facility Maintenance Coordinator. This opportunity will be a full-time permanent position that ensures all equipment, machinery, small tools, building and grounds are maintained at all times.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history, and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, our wholly owned business arm has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs, and infrastructure.

Mikisew Cree First Nation is seeking an Emergency Management Program Coordinator to enhance the Nations coordination of its emergency management capacity and response to activities that include planning, preparing and response to emergency events.

Reporting to the Health Director the successful candidate will work closely with other departments, community organizations, First Nations, governments, and municipalities. Exceptional public speaking skills are required to communicate with members and stakeholders clearly, and excellent critical thinking skills to make decisions quickly in stressful situations.

This is a one-year contract position-based Fort McMurray or Fort Chipewyan with the possibility to extend fill time based on securing a longer-term commitment from the government. The anticipated start date is May 23rd, 2023.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history, and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs, and infrastructure.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, by email, in confidence to betty@impacthr.ca.

Mikisew Cree is seeking a prevention worker. The prevention worker is responsible for working directly with Mikisew Cree children, youth & families to support them in achieving stability and behavioral changes where safety issues are present. This role provides prevention and early intervention support to Mikisew children who are struggling with challenges that if left unaddressed, may result in children & youth being at risk for more intrusive child intervention response. This role mentors and monitors and connects families to appropriate resources to assist in keeping children and youth safe and improve their social and emotional outcomes. The prevention worker also engages with families towards the goal of strengthening them so that they remain a family unit and meet their children’s needs for safety, healing, and wellbeing.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, by email, in confidence to betty@impacthr.ca or joy.vermilion@mikisewcree.ca.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history, and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs, and infrastructure.

The Strategic Consultant goal is to undertake and overcome challenges by seeking opportunities in specific areas the organization is strategically aiming toward. Having the capacity to undertake strategic research and development of funding opportunities for increased programming to deliver community-driven projects to support community and individual health & wellness. Knowing both federal and provincial government process and planning is to identifying horizon funding and key connections to press for increased opportunities to deliver to community and individuals.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in management and operations to focus on providing sound management of current projects, programs, and services.

The strategic management approach here is to identify a forecasting approach to remain on the forefront of trends and community needs to identify challenges and opportunities while allowing current staff to focus on existing programs, projects, and services. Current & newly Identified new programs and services should be triaged into a structured project management framework.

This job posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please submit your resume and cover letter, by email, in confidence to betty@impacthr.ca.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history, and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a substantial portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Full Time IRS Assistant. This opportunity will be a full-time permanent position and is ideal for an experienced administrative professional.

The IRS Assistant will provide support and be a primary point of contact on all matters pertaining to the IRS team and with the Fort Chip Truth Scanning Project team. The successful candidate will assist providing IRS support and acting as the first line of communication for internal and external stakeholders. The IRS Assistant will have the ability to anticipate the team’s needs, think critically and offer solutions with an elevated level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Full Time Administrative Assistant (Community Services). This opportunity will be a full-time permanent position and is ideal for an experienced Administrative Professional.

The Administrative Assistant will provide support and be a primary point of contact on all matters pertaining to the administrative team and team members. The successful candidate will assist providing administrative support and acting as the first line of communication for internal and external stakeholders. The Receptionist will have the ability to anticipate the team’s needs, think critically and offer solutions with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The Mikisew Cree First Nation (Mikisew) has lived on the ancestral lands of the Athabasca Delta and Wood Buffalo National Park in northeastern Alberta since time immemorial. The lives of our members are linked to the land and to a close understanding of traditions, history and a natural way of life. Many of our members live in the hamlet of Fort Chipewyan, and our traditional lands range over a large portion of Athabasca oil sands deposits. For nearly 30 years, Mikisew Group, our wholly owned business arm, has worked toward the long-term, sustainable economic progress of our Nation and its members through employment and significant investments in education, training, social programs and infrastructure.

We are currently looking to hire a Full Time Human Resources Director to support with strategic HR initiatives to support Mikisew. This opportunity will be a full-time permanent position and responsible for providing strategic Human Resources support to council in all Human Resources Functions.

The Human Resources Director will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic practices that develops its people in a manner that supports continued success. You will oversee all aspects of Human Resources including employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management and training and organizational development.