Band Representative Legal Assistant – 047-25-2
Band Representative Unit, Social Services
Full-Time

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, March 5, 2025 for the Band Representative Legal Assistant with Band Representative Unit, Social Services.  The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website.  Online applications accepted through https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Band Representative Legal Assistant reports to and works under the direction of Legal Counsel of the Band Representative Program. The Legal Assistant is responsible for assisting Band Representatives and Band Representative Legal Counsel in file management, in court pleadings and other legal court documents on behalf of the Band Representatives and Band Representative Legal Counsel for child welfare matters under the provincial and federal child welfare acts.

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completed Law Clerk or Court & Tribunal College Diploma Program and at least two or more years’ experience in a family law practice or Family Court System
• must pass a criminal reference check.
• must have a valid class ‘G’ driver’s license.
• must be willing to work flexible hours.
• will be native in preference to other applicants.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1:  Online

1. Please visit: https://www.vscyberhosting.com/sixnations/ to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
   1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
   2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
   3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
3. If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Alkiie Froman, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext 5727 or via email at HRBP2@sixnations.ca.

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Band Representative Legal Assistant – Full-Time – 047-25-2
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario  N0A 1M0