The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government 2019 General Election Day is set for Wednesday, May 8, 2019. The first meeting of the Legislature, per Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government law, will be held no later than May 15, 2019. At the first meeting of the Legislature, following the regular election, the Legislature must choose a Chairperson and an alternate chairperson to preside over the meetings of the Legislature and the Hitacu Assembly.
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
The Chairperson is responsible to act as the presiding member of the Legislature at meetings of the Legislature and to manage the affairs of the Legislature. The Chairperson is also responsible to act as the Chairperson at all meetings of the Hitacu Assembly. Please see Part 3 of the Legislature Rules of Order and Procedure Act for a full description of the Duties and Powers of the Chairperson. For detailed information on the selection process of the Chairperson, please see Part 2 of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government Act YFNS 2/2011. The first meeting of the Legislature for the 2019 – 2023 term will be held no later than May 15, 2019.
EDUCATION/TRAINING/CERTIFICATION
Prefer an Undergraduate Degree in Business Administration or related degree
Grade 12 with a combination of relevant training and experience
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Knowledge of Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ̣ Government Constitution and Laws; Demonstrated leadership and management skills; Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload; Exceptional integrity and professionalism; Lifestyle consistent with the importance and responsibilities of the position; Exceptional/strong mediation and conflict management skills; Demonstrated knowledge of related Government Regulations; Ability to consistently demonstrate tact, discretion and sound judgment; Exceptional/strong oral and written communication skills; Exceptional/strong analytical and decision-making skills; Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding of Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ̣ customs; Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and own vehicle; Ability to work flexible hours; Ability to travel as required for the position; Excellent interpersonal and people management skills; Demonstrated leadership and management skills; Ability to organize, prioritize and manage workload; Exceptional integrity and professionalism.
Please submit your Letter of Interest, resume and three recent references to the attention of the Director of Operations, by email (suzanne.williams@ufn.ca), fax (250-726-7552), by mail (P.O. Box 699, Ucluelet, BC, V0R 3A0) or in person (700 Wya Road, Hitacu, BC). For questions, call Suzanne Williams at 250-726-7342, extension 206. Please include contract expectations in your covering letter.