INTERNAL COMPETITION

(LLRIB Staff Only)

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band’s Education Department is now accepting applications for the following Permanent Full-Time position based in La Ronge, SK:

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION COUNSELLOR

The Post-Secondary Education Counsellor position is based in the La Ronge at the Central Office. This position reports to the Post-Secondary Education Coordinator. To provide student support services to Lac La Ronge Indian Band Post-Secondary student members.

The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:

• Assist Post-Secondary students in academic counselling and recommend support services in accordance with the Post-Secondary Student Support Hand book.
• Monitor Post-Secondary student academic activity by obtaining progress, attendance and academic reports.
• Refer Post-Secondary students to appropriate personal counselling & support services when applicable.
• Ensure that Post-Secondary students know about and have access to Indigenous resources in each major center.
• Conduct student visits when a need has been identified.
• Ensure that orientation & information seminars are provided to Band Membership & new students
• Ensure that the student tracking sheets are maintained and updated on a regular basis.
• Collect, organize, inspect, and maintain statistical data and related information regarding Post-Secondary Students.
• Collect and distribute information to students regarding application to the post-secondary student support program, training scholarships and employment opportunities.
• Refer Lac La Ronge Band Members to Post-Secondary institutions; assist to complete necessary documentation, as requested.
• Assist in maintaining liaison and positive working relationship with educational institutions, First Nations organizations, Provincial and Federal departments involved in Post-Secondary education.
• Maintain positive public relations on behalf of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band Post-Secondary Education Branch.

The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Minimum university diploma/certificate, or equivalent work experience;
• Must have experience in counselling Post-Secondary students;
• Education relating to administration, management, finance, or bookkeeping;
• A combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Demonstrated communications skills (written and verbal);
• Strong organizational skills;
• Valid Driver’s License & Reliable vehicle;
• Must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check, and Driver’s Abstract.

Posting Date: September 23, 2024             Deadline for application: Until Suitable Candidate is Found

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume including three (3) references (excluding Chief and Councillors), one from your most recent/current employer, to the following:

Human Resource Office,                                            Phone: 306-425-2183

Lac La Ronge Indian Band                                        Fax: (306) 425-2170

Box 480                                                                         E-mail: [email protected]

La Ronge, SK. S0J 1L0                                              Website : https://llrib.com/llrib-jobs/

NOTE: Please be advised applications received without the proper documentation shall not be considered. In the cover letter, please indicate permission to contact references. Your references MUST be people who you reported to and had direct supervisory authority over you. Also, please provide your Criminal Record/Vulnerable Sector Check and Driver’s Abstract with your application.

• Telephone interviews will not be granted. However, an interview via Teams may be granted.
• LLRIB thanks all interested applicants; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
• Since this position is engaged primarily in serving the interests of Aboriginal people, Lac La Ronge Indian Band shall give preference to Aboriginal people who possess the requisite skill sets and experience.