Business Unit: Metlakatla First Nation (MFN)
Location: Metlakatla, British Columbia
Reporting to: CLH Director

The Metlakatla First Nation has an opening for a full-time Culture, Language, and Heritage (CLH) Assistant position. The CLH Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative support to the CLH Administrator and Director of the CLH department. This role, as part of the CLH Program, provides supporting services around Culture, Language, and Heritage to the Governing Council, Treaty Office, Stewardship Office, and Metlakatla Membership. The CLH Assistant is essential in aiding the smooth operation of the department, which is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage, language, and traditions of the Metlakatla First Nation.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination and execution of activities and operations within the CLH Department, including Sm’algyax language programs, cultural workshops, archiving, archaeological research, and policy development
• Support with CLH department communication and coordination with other departments, community partners, and outside agencies
• Help in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and priorities for culture, language, and heritage activities
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining department systems on budgeting and documentation
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of reports to meet external funding requirements, including monthly reports or as needed
• Perform other administrative tasks as required within the scope of the position to support the CLH department

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Coast Tsimshian culture and practices, and a demonstrated ability to work successfully with First Nation communities
• Understanding of First Nations issues and traditional ecological knowledge, and the importance of these to governance, community development, and resource management
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines
• Ability to work individually with little supervision and as part of a dynamic team
• Hard-working with the ability to deliver multiple projects within tight time constraints
• Comfortable and competent at public speaking and working in a community setting
• Proficiency in the use of current office productivity software (Microsoft Office suite of products)
• Familiarity with data management systems and software is an asset
• Familiarity with Sm’algyax Language is an asset

Competencies and Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the cultural practices, ceremonies, and values of the community
• Knowledge of proper cultural protocols and etiquette for events, particularly in Indigenous ceremonies
• Prior experience conducting culture, language, and heritage research, documentation, and archiving in a First Nations community is preferred
• Diploma, Degree, or Certificate in Anthropology, Archaeology, cultural resource management, Sm’algyax Language, or related field is an asset
• Prior administrative experience is an asset
• Please note that personal and lived cultural experience is valuable concerning this role

Working Conditions:

• Location on-site at Metlakatla, BC
• Some travel throughout the Metlakatla and Prince Rupert communities is required
• Exposure to culturally sensitive topics
• Some outdoor work as needed

Other:

• Criminal Record Check with a satisfactory result
• Follow Metlakatla First Nations' policies and procedures

Submission Deadline:

Closing date: April 22^nd, 2025
The wage range is $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
Work hours: 35 hours per week
Schedule: Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm and Friday from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm

We invite all interested parties to reply with strict confidence to this application page. For any questions about this job posting, please email humanresources@metlakatla.ca