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Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Iron Buffalo Centre (IBC) Manager, the Indian Registry Administrator will oversee the Indian Registry program in accordance with First Nation policy and procedures and the Indian Act. Assist Band Members in registering various reportable events including births, deaths, marriages and process status cards and provide application forms for registration.
Responsibilities
- Leading researching and then taking appropriate action in regards to events (births, deaths, marriages, divorces) which affect the Indian Register, including Band lists if applicable;
- Obtaining and examining supporting documentation and signatures for each event reported to determine that they adhere to department policy for registration purposes;
- Preparation of monthly reports of all reported events;
- Leading the review of the monthly change reports and new registers pages to ensure that the events reported for the Band have been entered accurately into the Indian Registration System;
- Supporting the review and determination of any inconsistencies in the Band’s Indian Register and advising the Department of any required changes;
- Informing individuals of the decisions made by the Registrar concerning their applications for Indian Status when requested to do so;
- Issuing of certificates of Indian Status to registered Indians in accordance with departmental policies and procedures;
- Recording the certificates of Indian Status issued in the CIS register and providing a copy of that register to Regional Office on a monthly basis;
- Inputting information in First Nation Data Base System;
- Follow departmental policies and procedures;
- Implement the recommendations of ISC regarding the administration of the Indian Registry Program;
- Develop and maintain productive relationships with ISC and any other partners to facilitate the collection of documents and to ensure that all individuals entitled to be registered are registered in a timely manner;
- Gathering information and preparing voters lists for band elections, band referendums, band ratification voters;
- Filing, Data entry, departmental organization and other general office duties that relate to the position.
Qualifications
- Minimum Grade 12 with preference to Post- secondary education in Community Studies, Business or Office Administration. Other related Post-Secondary education will be considered
- Related experience including IRA Training through INAC for Indian Registry Administrator with Indian registration policies and procedures
- Person that leads a “healthy life-style”, Fit for Duty.
- Ability to work well with others
- Ability to follow direction & work independently
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Working knowledge of computers
- Experience with Xyntax software system would be an asset
- Requires the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Acceptable Criminal Record check is mandatory for the position.
Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:
Iron Buffalo Centre
Mistawasis Nêhiyawak
Box 250
Leask, SK S0J 1M0
Email: hr@mistawasis.ca