Business Unit: Metlakatla First Nation

Location: Metlakatla, BC - Onsite

Reporting to: Executive Director

POSITION SUMMARY

The Administrative Assistant supports the efficient operation of the organization by providing a broad range of administrative services and office support. This role helps maintain effective communication, organized systems, and smooth administrative processes across departments. The Administrative Assistant acts as a professional and welcoming point of contact for staff and community members while contributing to a productive and well-organized work environment. This position requires a demonstrated high level of organization, confidentiality, professionalism, and interpersonal communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to leadership and staff to support daily operations

• Serve as a professional point of contact for staff, community members, and Metlakatla Governing Council

• Prepare, edit, and distribute correspondence, reports, briefing materials, and other documents

• Maintain accurate records, filing systems, and confidential information

• Coordinate office communications and ensure timely follow-up on administrative matters

• Support the planning and coordination of meetings, events, functions, and organizational activities

• Maintain calendars, schedules, travel arrangements, meeting bookings, and shared office resources

• Assist with data entry, document management, and record-keeping activities

• Monitor and order office supplies and support the maintenance of office equipment

• Conduct basic research and assist with preparing reports and information packages

• Support administrative processes across departments and assist with special projects as required

• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned or required

What You Bring:

• High School Diploma; degree or diploma in business administration or related field preferred

• A minimum of two years’ experience in an administrative role

• Experience working in a First Nations organization

• Demonstrated experience working in a position that requires confidentiality and adherence to Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection

• Experience booking travel, meetings, and functions, and making amendments to previous bookings

Other:

• Ability to travel on occasion as required for meetings

• Criminal Record Check with a satisfactory result

• Follow Metlakatla policies and procedures

Application:

• Closing date: September 18, 2026

• Wage range: $24.00 - $33.00

• Hours of work: 35 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Thursday from 8:30 am-5:00 pm, and Friday from 8:30 am-1:00 pm

We invite all interested parties to apply with strict confidence with their resume and cover letter.

For any questions about this job posting, please email humanresources@metlakatla.ca.