Executive Assistant - Corporate Services

Employment Opportunity

Position:  Executive Assistant - Corporate Services

Employment Type:  Full Time

Vacancy Status:  New Position

Salary Range:  $73,105 -$82,072

Location:  Hybrid - Maamwesying Head Office Serpent River First Nation or Sault Ste. Marie, ON

Closing date:  Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Who you are? You are highly motivated in sharing your interest in the Health Field enabling you to work in a team environment. Acknowledging the Seven Grandfather Teachings in your work to build relationships. In addition, you have the ability to draw on your own knowledge and life skills to support and maintain efficient operational functions with a positive outlook.

Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners and the IFC in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services, and health promotion services.

The opportunity: An employee in this role is responsible for providing and coordinating executive, administrative, and technical support to the Maamwesying Corporate Office in a confidential and professional manner. This role ensures the efficient and effective operation of the department by delivering high-level support and managing complex tasks such as reviewing incoming documents, conducting research, and preparing reports.

The successful Executive Assistant is highly organized with excellent time management skills. This incumbent has excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, problem-solving, and computer skills.

What you need to bring with you: 

Five (5) years of experience as an administrative assistant at an Executive level, in a public service setting.

A post-secondary certificate or degree in public administration, secretarial, operations or a related discipline is considered an asset.

Advanced knowledge of computerized processes and applications and organizational skills as well as general knowledge of MS Office suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and Google Suite.

Five (5) years’ experience working in an office environment is preferred.

Experience in the home and community care and health services sector is an asset.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, assessment problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Effective time management, prioritization and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and co-operatively in a busy multidisciplinary environment.

Established ability to accurately complete required documentation, reports and forms.

Experience working with Indigenous people, organizations, and communities.

Knowledge and experience of Anishinabek Health and Traditional healing practices.

A clear criminal reference check is a condition of employment.

Must have access to a reliable vehicle and possess a valid driver’s license.

Why work with us?

Competitive Salary based on experience

Paid Extended Health Benefits

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays

Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1200/Annual Budget

Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone)

All travel expenses covered

High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience

Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People

15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect?

Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur.

Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.

Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.

No artificial intelligence is used in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit to the link in BambooHR, a cover letter along with current resume, certificates, diplomas, and three work related references.

Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.