046-26-1 Chief Operating Officer at Six Nations

Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Operational Planning, Regulatory Issues, Problem Diagnosis, Foresight, Prioritization, Independent Work, Change Management, Business Relevance, Attention To Detail, Financial Management, Human Resources, Performance Management, Risk Management, Operational Improvement, Customer Service

Industry

Description

Chief Operating Officer – 046-26-1 Central Administration, Core Services Full-Time Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, April 1, 2026, for the Chief Operating Officer with Central Administration, Core Services. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com [http://www.greatsn.com] website. Online applications are accepted through My Job Search [https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o=postedDateDesc]. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED. Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community. JOB SUMMARY: Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Type Full-Time Closing Date April 1, 2026 Hours of Work 35 Hours per week Wage Minimum $168,000/yr *A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. * BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of: * Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, engineering or related field. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification is preferred. Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive leadership experience, with at least three (3) years' experience in a senior management role; OR * College diploma in business administration, operations management or related field. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience, with at least three (3) years’ experience in a senior management role. * Working knowledge and/or previous experience in a First Nations Environment. Other Skill Requirements: * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * A good working knowledge of computer software applications. * Excellent interpersonal skills to maintain professional relationships with political/elected officials, Senior Leadership Team and other staff. * Leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity. * Understanding of advanced operational planning and regulatory issues; * Be able to diagnose problems quickly and have foresight into potential issues. * Ability to take direction, prioritize and work independently, coping with many demands and work within time restraints. * Proven leadership skills in facilitating and managing organizational change and continued business relevance. * Attention to detail is critical. * Understanding of key business processes (planning and evaluation, financial management, human resources/people, performance management, quality and risk, operational improvement, change management, customer service). * Commitment to SNGR values & culture. * Understanding of service funding. Personal Attributes: * Strategic Thinker: Able to develop and implement long-term strategies that drive operational success. * Decisive: Capable of making informed, effective decisions under pressure. * Innovative: Open to new ideas and approaches, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement. * Ethical: Demonstrates high ethical standards and integrity in all actions. * Collaborative: Works effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders, promoting a culture of collaboration and mutual respect. * Resilient: Maintains composure and focus in challenging situations, adapting to changing circumstances. Key Performance Measures: * Year one annual plan, budget and staffing plan established; * Establishes performance dashboard for operations and uses this for reporting on KPI; * Program and Service Profile; * Program outcome and volume. SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY): Method #1: Online 1. Please visit: My Job Search [https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/SIX5100SIXN/JobBoard/336dbed0-9af0-461e-8b6b-0978de5669d8/?q=&o=postedDateDesc] to access our job board and follow the directions to apply. 2. Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include: 1. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position. 2. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above. 3. Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript. 3. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out Khwahish Taneja, HR Manager at 519-445-2223 ext. 4343 or via email at hrmanager@sixnations.ca [hrmanager@sixnations.ca] Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following: 1. Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form. 2. Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position. 3. Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above. 4. Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript. 5. Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at: Chief Operating Officer – Full-Time- 046-26-1 c/o Reception Desk Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

Responsibilities

The Chief Operating Officer reports to and works under the direction of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), focusing on establishing the year one annual plan, budget, and staffing plan. Key duties include establishing a performance dashboard for operations and reporting on Key Performance Indicators related to program outcomes and volume.