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Description

The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and applied Research invites applications for the following position:

EMPLOYMENT COUNSELOR -  La Loche, Sask.
                        
Competition Code: 1603 102LL July 21

Responsibilities:    Reporting to the Employment Services Manager, the Employment Counselor will be responsible for providing career and employment-related guidance, career development assistance and labour market information and assistance to Metis individuals; providing follow-up assistance to individuals; maintaining the computerized client database information and initiating follow-up reports; liaising with business and industry; partnership development; efficient and effective application of ASETS programs and services; participating in regional needs assessment processes and other duties as assigned. Travel is a requirement of the position.

Qualifications:     The ideal candidate will have a relevant Bachelor's Degree combined with related work experience or equivalent educational qualifications and work experience; a minimum of two years experience in the delivery of services in training and/or employment; highly effective computer skills; a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with staff and other agencies; extensive understanding of the Metis culture and employment and training needs of the Metis and an excellent  understanding of labour market issues and trends within Saskatchewan.

Remuneration: A Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
Location:  La Loche Saskatchewan (subsidized housing available)
Deadline for applications: July 21, 2016

Please submit resume and cover letter to:
Robbie Walliser
917 22nd Street West
Saskatoon, SK S7M 0R9
Telephone (306) 657-2264 Fax (306) 975-0903
Email: hr@gdins.org

The Gabriel Dumont Institute hires affirmatively as per section 48 of the HRA.
Please indicate in your cover letter if you are of Metis ancestry.
Only those short listed will be contacted.