Job Description

Established in 1976 the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) is a First Nation governed post-secondary institution. Recognized under provincial legislation, the Institute has been conferred authority to grant certificates and diplomas. SIIT welcomes over 2400 students into our urban and community programs annually as well as serving over 6000 clients through our ten Career Centers across the province. The Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies is playing a significant role in Saskatchewan's economic future. You can contribute to that success while building your career.
Nature and Scope
As the leader in the department, this position is accountable for leading SIIT JobConnections to support the overall goals of the department. As an employee of SIIT, positively promote and create an environment that demonstrates SIIT's vision, mission and mandate.
General Accountability
The JobConnections Manager is required to manage the day-to-day operations of JobConnections. This position will ensure that the work carried out aligns with the goals of SIIT to provide service to clients that will lead to employment and training. The incumbent is accountable to lead, train and maximize the team's effectiveness and performance to ensure the highest quality of services and timeliness of deliverables, in addition to guiding their daily work.
The JobConnections Manager is responsible for ensuring that the services offered and developed by the department meet the needs of the area they serve, as well as, ensure that the goals are achieved as per partnerships and agreements. The Manager is responsible for coordinating with outside agencies to build and maintain the highest professional rapport with stakeholders and funders. This includes the following broad range of accountabilities:
Specific Accountabilities
Partnering & Teamwork

• Collaborate with industry stakeholders and Academic areas within SIIT to support the identification of responsive demand-based training programs
• Develop and maintain close connections with employers in the province to assist in their labour requirements
• Ensure that the Steering Committee is engaged in JobConnections activities and that members are reflective of the regions labour market
• Work with employees, employers, and agencies to identify and address employment barriers
• Assist employers should any problems develop with participants who are in their employment
• Liaise with training institutes, industry, and other agencies to identify and assist in the delivery of training and other employee development initiatives; this includes collaborating with Academics and Finance of the training delivery budgets
• Represent and promote SIIT through internal and external committees and events as required
• Partner with local First Nation communities to create awareness of the opportunities within the JobConnections network.
• Ensure that the relationship with the regional Labour Market Services office is well developed, maintained and positive

Client Services

• Manage the recruitment, assessment and evaluation of clients; including assessing individuals to determine, skills, work experience, aptitude, job readiness and other abilities
• Manage the development and maintenance of the client data base
• Develop and maintain close connections with clients and assist in their development as effective workers
• Assist clients by providing access to employability skill development, job coaching and mentoring, and helping them to overcome barriers to employment
• Assist clients to positively adjust to worksite or training situations
• Support SIIT Academic Program Coordinator(s) for the efficient delivery of training provided by JobConnections by assessing participants' needs and desires
• Work with the Joint Training Committee Coordinator and the Apprenticeship system to maximize participant certification
• Promote JobConnections and SIIT through a variety of methods.

Resource Allocation and Reporting

• Ensure resources are allocated in accordance with the financial planning and operating budget
• Purchase Order coordination: distribution to vendors, creation of purchase orders, appropriate coding, and ensuring established procedures are followed
• Monitor progress in meeting unit objectives, project plans and priorities as set out in SIIT's Strategic Plan and stakeholder agreements
• Develop innovative solutions to resource challenges while ensuring alignment with and support of strategic goals and stakeholder agreements
• Ensure the timely completion and accuracy of file documentation, both hard copy and electronic, as required for case management and information sharing with SIIT
• Maintain accurate client statistics and compile monthly reports on client deliverable and outcomes
• Develop and plan agendas, reports and statistics and outcomes, as well as, chair and attend Committee meetings where required
• Work closely with the Director of JobConnections to fulfill the goals of the department
• Submit reports to Director as requested
• Develop annual work plan in alignment with SIIT's strategic goals
• Work with various partners in order secure funding for programs

People Management and Leadership

• Coach, train and develop employees to assure growth and development of those individuals and the department as a whole
• Conduct regular reviews with direct reports; ensure adherence to SIIT policies and procedures
• Monitor and schedule vacations, overtime and other absences for direct reports, redistributing work as necessary to ensure customer service and workflow levels are maintained
• Ensure a positive, diverse and inclusive work and learning environment
• Take a lead role in building and leading the department through employee selection, coaching and development

Required Qualifications and Experience: Related post-secondary education or journeyperson certification is required; previous experience in a leadership role is also required. Experience in assessing and counseling First Nation adults is considered an asset; experience working with Microsoft office suite of programs is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Knowledge of First Nations cultures and organizations would be an asset. Incumbent must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation as travel is required.
As this position is considered safety sensitive, the incumbent will be subject to testing as per SIIT's Alcohol and Substances policy.
Required Competencies: Flexible & Adaptable; Leadership Communication; Relationship Building; Results Oriented; Team Building; Coaching & Developing Others; Planning & Goal Setting; Partnering.