executive assistant

Okanagan Indian Band K?U K?LIW?T L? NQMAPLQS | WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE

Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan. Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches. The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience.

You can expect a supportive work environment and a total compensation package which includes:

• 3 Weeks? Vacation Pay
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Employer Matched Pension Plan
• 15 Statutory Holidays
• Paid Winter Holiday Break
• Cultural Leave
• Discounted Silver Star lift passes
• Retention Bonuses after years of service
• 15 Paid Sick Days
• Paid Personal Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Start Date: ASAP Deadline for applications: October 12, 2026

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Executive Director and must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is results-focused and community-oriented. To be successful in this position, working well under pressure handling a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion will be required. This position will support intergovernmental matters, develop positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders that promote and support our Strategic Plan. This position will require a highly organized individual with the ability to manage many tasks and track multiple files and does require onsite support.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide comprehensive support services to the Executive Director that ensures outstanding communication and responsiveness Provide sophisticated calendar management; prioritizing, troubleshooting using judgements to ensure all appointments are scheduled efficiently. Research relevant information for Briefing Notes and Agenda Items for the Executive Director Supports the Executive Director with internal and external communications Support and manage a high-volume of requests and projects to meet the strategic objectives of the Executive Director Provide administrative support on projects or initiatives Respond to inquiries from staff, community and external personnel Liaise with Finance, Human Resources, Communications, IT and Membership departments Create and distribute confidential correspondence Manage travel arrangements for the Executive Director Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and other documentation Maintain quality communications systems including contact management, document management, and archiving Support the Executive Director in strategic communications, organizational strategy, and all other special projects as assigned Receive and direct telephone and email messages Maintain electronic filing system including filing all correspondence Assist in the planning, communication and preparation of meetings Responding to public inquiries All persons employed by the Okanagan Indian Band may be required to assist the Band in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties Participate in community events as requested

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

Assist the Executive Director as requested Provide administrative services such as record keeping, data management and research Provide information to Chief and Council as instructed by the Executive Director Exercises OKIB policy while communicating on the OKIB website and/or through social media Provides information and communication for the OKIB website to the Communications Specialist Attends meetings when required Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the OKIB policies and procedures Perform other duties as required

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR

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