Kahnawà:ke Kanien’kehá:ka Registry Officer

Job description

🎯 Position Summary

The Kahnawà:ke Kanien’kehá:ka Registry Officer is responsible for the administration, supervision, and day-to-day operations of the Office of the Kahnawà:ke Kanien’kehá:ka Registry. This role includes managing staff, overseeing community registration services, maintaining vital records, and collaborating with federal, provincial, and international agencies. It supports the community by ensuring the integrity, security, and accessibility of identity-related services.

✅ Key Responsibilities

🗂 Administrative Oversight

• Set administrative standards and procedures for the Registry Office.

• Supervise staff: assign tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance.

• Deliver training and orientation to enhance service delivery.

🧾 Registry & Vital Records Management

• Perform Indian Registration Administrator (IRA) duties in accordance with federal and community mandates.

• Support community members with applications and services related to:

  • Kanien’kehá:ka of Kahnawà:ke recognition.

  • U.S. and Canadian federal and provincial government services.

  • Quebec Civil Code matters.

• Coordinate with various government agencies to address eligibility and documentation issues.

💬 Technical & Community Support

• Provide technical support for community meetings, including participant verification.

• Contribute to the development of the Kanien’kehá:ka of Kahnawà:ke Law.

• Prepare statistical and analytical reports for internal and external use.

• Participate in the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke Electoral Process.

• Attend meetings, committees, and workshops to advocate and represent the Registry’s operations.

Required experience and qualifications

🎓 Education & Experience

You must meet one of the following criteria:

• DEC in Social Sciences + 1 year of relevant experience

• DEP in Secretarial Sciences or Office Technology + 3 years of relevant experience

• High School Diploma + 5 years of relevant experience

🧠 Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of the Kanien’kehá:ka of Kahnawà:ke Law, Indian Act membership guidelines, and MCK policies.

• Excellent oral and written communication.

• High discretion and confidentiality in managing sensitive information.

• Capacity to handle emotional or personal matters with tact.

• Proficient in office technology and computer-based reporting.

• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and research abilities.

• Experience in supervision and team coordination.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Understanding of internal policies and commitment to language initiatives.

🗣 Language Requirements

• Working knowledge of Kanien’kéha is required.

• Willingness to learn the Kanien’kéha language is essential.

• French language skills are an asset.

⏱ Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

• 37.5 hours per week

• Occasional overtime and travel may be required.

💰 Salary

$1,254.38 to $1,417.13 per week (commensurate with experience)

📩 How to Apply

Submit your complete application via email only to:
📧 Applications@mck.ca
Attention: Dawn Stacey, Manager of Recruitment & Staffing

Your application must include:

✔ Applicant Checklist
✔ Letter of Intent
✔ Resume
✔ In PDF format only

🔗 Find all required forms and more information at:
https://kahnawake.com/jobs

⚠️ Incomplete or incorrectly formatted applications may be disqualified.
💼 Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates.
📞 Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Job posting period

Until 2025-05-27 at 16:00