Job Description Job Title: Aboriginal Programs Coordinator Job ID: 1026629 Location: Fort Saskatchewan Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Scope: Open competition Closing Date: October 8, 2014 Classification: Correctional Service Worker 1-2 Ministry: Justice and Solicitor General Role: The Fort Saskatchewan Correctional Centre has an exciting opportunity for an Aboriginal Programs Coordinator. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Programs, this position will be part of a dynamic team of professionals working in the maintenance, development, co-ordination and delivery of a wide range of institutional programs, with special emphasis on the Aboriginal offender. The position is responsible for liaising with Aboriginal Elders, coordinating and facilitating spiritual programs for offenders, and assisting with compassionate escorts. Responsibilities also include program development, delivery and co-ordination aimed at educating staff and offenders about the Aboriginal culture. The successful candidate must work well with the centre management, staff, community agencies and resources, in order to achieve program goals. The work requires excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision. Knowledge of Aboriginal language and culture is an asset. Qualifications: Directly related university degree/diploma or in-service Criminal Justice Certificate is required; as is experience with Aboriginal agencies, organizations and culture. You must be physically and medically fit. Candidates must have a valid drivers license. Salary $2,135.75 - $3,006.34 bi-weekly Notes - Hours of work are 08:15 - 16:30 Monday to Friday excluding holidays. - There is no public transportation available to the Centre. Assess to your own transportation is required. - Final candidates for the position will be asked to undergo a security screening. - This competition may be used to fill future vacancies. How to Apply: Online applications are preferred. Note: As only one file can be uploaded, please ensure your cover letter, resume and any other related documents are submitted in one file. Applicants who apply online will be able to track the status of this competition. If you are unable to apply online, please submit your cover letter and resume to: Kristen Alward, Human Resource Services, 9th Floor, John E. Brownlee Building, 10365 - 97 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3W7. Fax: (780) 644-1395. Please ensure you quote the competition number. If you have applied online DO NOT send a duplicate by regular mail/fax. It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) - eae.alberta.ca/labour-and-immigration/overview-of-immigration/international-qualifications-assessment-service.aspx It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement: We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Due to the large volume of applicants, we cannot confirm that our office has received resumes. Applicants who apply online will receive an e-mail acknowledging receipt of their application.
Posted on: Thu, 25 Sep 2014 17:33:51 +0000
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