KITIGAN ZIBI ANISHINABEG
P.O. Box 309, Maniwaki, QC J9E 3B1 Tel: (819) 449-5270 Fax: (819) 449-5673
JOB OPPORTUNITY - 1st Posting
POSITION:
Public Works Supervisor
LOCATION:
Public Works Garage, 85 Kichi Mikan
TERM:
Indeterminate. Full Time 35 hours per week
Six month probationary period. Can be extended if needed.
SALARY:
Level 7
Under the supervision of the Community Services Director/Comptroller, the Public Works
Supervisor plans, organizes, supervises and controls all the activities in the fields of
infrastructure, general maintenance and repairs, water and sewer facilities, drinking water wells,
septic tanks and leach beds, road maintenance, waste collection and disposal, recycling, heavy
equipment operation and maintenance and any other public utilities of KZA.
If you are interested in applying for this position and area able to demonstrate that you meet the
basic requirements; please forward/submit your updated resume and proof of education to the
attention of Christina Commonda at the Band Office situated at 1 Paganakomin Mikan,
Maniwaki, Quebec J9E 3B1 by May 8, 2015 at 4:00 p.m.
Contact information:
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 819-449-5673
Phone: 819-449-5170
Preference will be given to Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg Band Members in accordance to Kitigan
Zibi's preferential hiring policy. The first posting is intended to seek qualified Kitigan Zibi
Band Members.
Kitigan Zibi Administration
JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Job Title:
Sector:
Date of job description:
Terms:
Immediate supervisor:
Public Works Supervisor
Community Services Sector
March 2015
Indeterminate. 6 months probation
Community Services Director/Financial Comptroller
JOB SUMMARY
The Public Works Supervisor plans, organizes, supervises and controls all the activities in the fields
of infrastructure, general maintenance and repairs, water and sewer facilities, drinking water wells,
septic tanks and leach beds, road maintenance, waste collection and disposal, recycling EcoCentre,
heavy equipment operation and maintenance and any other public utilities of KZA. The Public
Works Supervisor must be able to read construction drawings and specifications so that he/she is
knowledgeable during the execution of contracts with outside firms or with band staff to carry out
work.
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KEY DUTIES
Coordinates, meets and assigns work to the equipment operators, maintenance, water &
sewer and road works staff;
Prepares work schedules for employees under his/her supervision;
Plans and coordinates for new infrastructures be they water, sewer, wells, septic tanks, leach
beds, roads or other related infrastructures;
Participates in the preparation of terms of reference for engineering, architectural or other
services as needed and in the evaluation of the proposals for such services;
Participate in the development of the engineering plans and specs for the projects;
Be involved in the long term planning of the community with inputs in the preparation of
short and long term Capital planning;
Prepares and/or assists in the preparation of RFP's in relation to sector requirements;
Prepares and submits proposals for specific Public Works projects to AANDC and other
funding agencies;
Verifies invoices and expenses;
Maintains up-to-date documentation and statistics for public works services;
Conducts on site visits to monitor day-to-day status of ongoing projects and contracts;
Keeps abreast of new funding sources and programs available to First Nations;
Keeps abreast of new technology and materials for public works;
Continues to monitor road and environmental conditions to identify short and long terms
needs for road repairs, hazards, signage, snow removal , access ways and improvement;
Planning and construction of new infrastructures in the areas of water and sewer, wells,
septic tanks, leach beds, roads and related infrastructures;
Have a broad knowledge of regulations for garbage, recycling, composting, ecocentre sites,
waste water treatment, storm waters etc.
Develops procedures and objectives that will enhance the efficiency and productivity of
operations and service delivery;
Coordinates and compiles annual budgets for all Public Works activities for submission in
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consultation with the Community Services Director;
Ensures that all projects are carried out and that regular activity and progress reports are sent
to the Community Services Director;
Assess or acquires resources to conduct impact analysis on proposed projects on existing
systems and operations in the area of surface drainage, structures and renovations, roads and
bridges, mechanical installations, water and sewer facilities;
Conducts quality control of work contractors hired for specific projects and recommends
payment;
Act as a liaison between Community Services Director, Band Council, funding agencies,
employees, suppliers etc;
Plays an integral part of the emergency preparedness plan.
ACCOUNTABILITY
The Public Works Supervisor reports to the Community Services Director/Comptroller and is
responsible for all functions as assigned to the Public Works Department. As Supervisor the
incumbent will assure and assist all Sectors within Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg with related
operational, project and maintenance planning as required.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Interpersonal
relationships
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Maintain efficient working relationships with the employees,
colleagues, superiors, Directors, suppliers etc.
Team Work:
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Support team work within the sector.
Participate actively as a team member in the sector.
Participates in management meetings as required.
External
communications
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Communicate daily with the general public, clients and
community members. Prepare flyer advisories and information
updates to the community.
Negotiations
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Negotiates for service contracts and equipment rentals
Training
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Attend professional development and other related training.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Deadlines
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Ensures projects are carried out according to schedules and
expected deadlines
Meets reporting deadlines for AANDC and other funding agencies
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Mental and physical
effort
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Multi tasking and constantly meeting demands for multi users of
the services;
Some physical effort within the sphere of the various work sites;
Fluctuating stress levels.
Working conditions
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Varied schedule
Both indoor and outdoor work sites
Cultural competency
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Awareness of Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg culture and community.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and
Experience
Skills and Knowledge
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Conditions of
Employment
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Civil Engineering Technician Diploma from a recognized
Canadian College with three (3) years of related experience,
Ability to communicate orally in English and French;
Ability to read and write in English at a competent level;
Good knowledge of construction methods and practices in water
and sewer collection; leach beds; distribution systems; wells;
septic systems; road systems/access and ditches, pavement etc.;
Ability to read construction drawings and specifications;
Broad knowledge of construction;
Standard office computer literacy, instant messaging and use of
the Internet;
Knowledge of CAD software;
Effective interpersonal skills;
Ability to work independently and as a team;
Ability to exercise patience and confidentiality.
Valid Driver’s licence and ability to maintain throughout
employment
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by cancer -- either pe
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rese
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develope
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days of fundraising
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starting the
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o May 1 ( May Day) to
o Mother’s Day (May 1
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NOW ----YOUR W
WORK!
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COMMUNIT
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USE!
***We arre challengiing all comm
munity mem
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nd a way to raise fundss to
support the Maniwa
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ogy Unit) and
d Cancer Re
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WE CAN
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with us Wo
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PRESENTATION FOR KITIGAN ZIBI
COMMUNITY MEMBERS 16 YEARS +
THE RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL
EXPERIENCE AND ITS IMPACT
ON FIRST NATION PEOPLE
PRESENTER
Dr. Brda Rte
Clinical Psychologist
and consultant
MAY 4, 2015 - 6:30PM
KITIGAN ZIBI CULTURAL CENTER
Dr. Restoule (Waub Zhe kwens) is from Dokis First Nation (Ojibwa) and from
the Eagle Clan. She is a registered Clinical psychologist who received her
undergraduate training from Western University and her graduate training
from Queen’s University. Dr. Restoule is the co-chair of the Native Mental
Health Association of Canada where she has been an active member for
almost 20 years. She served as a committee member to the Resolution Health
Support Program for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and co-chair
with the Assembly of First Nations on the development of a Mental Wellness
Continuum Framework.
Wakefield and Chlesea with Kitigan Zibi’s support/Wakefield et Chelsea avec le soutien de Kitigan Zibi
Marchons
avec nos
soeurs
Fifth
Community
Conversation
Sunday, April 26, 11am - 3pm
The Wakefield Community Centre
38 Valley Drive,Wakefield, QC
All Are Welcome!
11:30am - 12:30pm,Talking Circle (no charge)
1pm - 3pm, Lunch Feast and Music ($10/person; $20/family)
No one will be turned away
cinquième
Conversation
communautaire
dimanche, 26 avril, 11 h - 15 h
Le Centre communautaire de Wakefield
38, chemin Valley,Wakefield, Québec
Bienvenue à tous et à toutes!
11h30 - 12h30, Cercle de parole (aucun frais)
13 h - 15 h, déjeuner festin et musique (10$/personne;
20$/famille) Personne ne sera exclu faute d’argent
Twitter: @WWOSOttawa
www.facebook.com/wwosottawa
email: [email protected]
WalkingWithOurSisters.ca
Marchons avec nos soeurs s’en vient à Ottawa : du 25 septembre au 16 octobre 2015
Walking With Our Sisters is coming to Ottawa: September 25 - October 16, 2015
REMINDER
Frank Meness
IT’S TAX TIME AGAIN!
DON’T FORGET ABOUT YOUR TAXES - DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2015
Dear Band Members:
This is to advise you that I do taxes online (EFile & NetFile) and
other form filing (Old Age Security, QPP, CPP, USA Benefits,
Birth Certificates, Passports, etc.). Very reasonable rates.
You can drop them off at my house/mailbox anytime at:
172 Kichi Mikan
Meegwetch
Frank Meness, M.A., J.D.
Barrister & Solicitor
Frank Meness
172 Kichi Mikan
Maniwaki, QC
J9E 3B1
819-449-4959-Home
819-306-1059-Work
819-930-3959-Cell
[email protected]
$10.75
$12.75
$4.50
$4.75
$3.75
$3.75
$1.00
$10.75
Lg,$10.00
Md $5.25
Poutine
Sm $4.25
Lg $9.25
Lg $9.25
Lg $7.25
Lg $3.00
Lg $4.75
Calzone
Pepperoni, Cheese, and any topping of your choice!
Bacon or Sausage Poutine
Sm $5.25
Md $7.25
Md $7.25
Md $2.00
Gravy
Sm $1.00
Chicken Poutine
Sm $5.25
Md $3.25
Fries
Sm $2.25
$9.00
Fam $6.75
½ dz wings
$5.55
1 dz wings
$11.00
2 dz wings
$21.00
Choose from 4 different sauces! Honey Garlic, Garlic and Parmesan,
BBQ, and Red Hot wing sauce!
$3.00
$6.75
$6.75
$6.75
$7.50
$7.50
$7.50
WINGS AND THINGS
Wings
Wings are hand breaded and sauced to order!
Hot Subs
Hot Subs come with a side of macaroni, potato, or coleslaw
Pizza Sub
Tuscan Chicken Sub
Pulled Pork Sub
Cheese Steak Sub
Steak and Pepperoni Sub
Club Melt Sub
$3.50
Burgers
Hamburger Platter
$10.75
All Dressed; Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, Relish, Ketchup, and Mustard
Turkey Burger Platter
$10.75
All Dressed; Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, with a Garlic Aioli
Pork Burger Platter
$10.75
All Dressed; Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato, Fried Onions, with Mayo, and Sweet
Mustard
Platters come with Fries and Coleslaw
Sandwiches
Chicken and Bacon Wrap
BLT
Tomato and Cheese
Grilled Cheese
add extra Cheese or Bacon
Club Sandwich
comes with Fries and Coleslaw
Club for 2
Comes with Fries and Coleslaw
Hot Chicken Sandwich
Comes with Fries and Coleslaw
Home Made Salads
macaroni, potato, coleslaw
Caesar or Taco Salad
Sm, $4.00,
Md $8.00,
Home Made Soup of the Day
-with Home Made baked bannock
DAILY MENU (11:30AM - CLOSE)
Open Monday – Friday 9am-7pm!!
819-306-1223
Eat in or Take Out,
and Catering Services!
Garden River Cafe
$10.75
$26.00
$35.00
$48.00
$54.00
Pepperoni, Cheese, Onions, Green Peppers , Mushrooms, Olives, Hot
Peppers, Ham, Bacon, Sausage, and Chicken
Extra Toppings;
L Pepperoni and Cheese
½ dz Wings
Family Fry
Family Combo #4
XL Pepperoni and Cheese
1 dz Wings
Family Fry
Family Combo #3
DBL XL (Sheet Pan Pizza) Pepperoni and Cheese
2 dz Wings
Family Fry
Family Combo #2
DBL XL (Sheet Pan Pizza) Pepperoni and Cheese
2 dz Wings
2 Family Fry
Family Combo #1
PIZZA (PLAYOFF) COMBOS
Supreme Pizza Quesadilla
$10.75
Pepperoni, Cheese, Onions, Green Peppers, Olives, Mushrooms, and Bacon!
Comes with Fries.
Quesadilla
Chicken or Beef, with fried Onions and Green Peppers.
Comes with Fries.
$9.00
All Dressed
Pepperoni, Cheese,, Onions
and Green Peppers.
$3.00
$1.00
$2.00
$0.50
Extra Toppings
$17.00
$17.00
$14.00
$14.00
$11.00
$11.00
$9.00
$9.00
$7.00
Sm
10”
Add Steak
$13.00
$13.00
I am Canadian
Pizza Sauce, Pepperoni,
Mozzarella Cheese,
Sausage, Bacon, Fries,
Curds, and Gravy!!
Indian Taco Pizza
Pizza Sauce and Cheese,
Spaghetti Sauce, Lettuce,
Tomatoes, topped with
Cheese!!
$10.00
Meat Lovers
Pepperoni, Cheese, Bacon
and Sausage
$10.00
$9.00
Vegetarian
Onions, Green peppers,
Mushrooms, Olives, and
Tomatoes.
Supreme
Pepperoni, Cheese, Onions,
Green Peppers, Olives, and
Mushrooms with Bacon!
$7.00
$7.00
Naked Pizza
Pepperoni and Bacon NO
CHEESE!
Pepperoni
Pepperoni and Cheese.
$6.00
Xsm
8”
Cheese
just cheese and sauce!
PIZZA MENU
$2.00
$4.00
$22.00
$22.00
$18.00
$18.00
$16.00
$16.00
$14.00
$14.00
$10.00
Md
12”
$3.00
$5.00
$28.00
$28.00
$22.00
$22.00
$20.00
$20.00
$18.00
$18.00
$13.00
Lg
14”
$4.00
$6.00
N/A
N/A
$26.00
$26.00
$24.00
$24.00
$22.00
$22.00
$16.00
Xlg 16”
Kitigan Zibi
Seniors
Your invited
Senior’s
Talking Circle
DATE : Sun. May 3, 2015
TIME : 1:00 P.M.
LOCATION : KZ Cultural Center
For more information
If you have any questions please
contact Pauline Decontie.
Phone: 819-449-1838
Email: [email protected]
Talking Circle
Everyone welcomed.
"The Circle has healing
power. In the Circle, we are
all equal. When in the Circle,
no one is in front of you. No
one is behind you. No one is
above you. No one is below
you. The Sacred Circle is
designed to create unity."
Afternoon snack will be available.
Please contribute if you can.
~Dave Chief, Oglala Lakota~
The renaming of lakes
in Papineau County.