Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly:
Summer Worker – General Clerk
Job Title: Summer Worker – General Clerk
Reports To: People & Talent Development Manager
Term: Full-Time, 8-Week Term
Compensation: $21.00/hour
Start Date: July 3rd, 2026
Closing Date: June 17th, 2026
Position Purpose
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly (CNA) was created in 2013 as a powerful and unifying voice for eight Nlaka’pamux Bands regarding the Teck Highland Valley Copper Mine. It is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the eight Participating Bands. Headquartered in Merritt, BC, with a workforce of over 40, CNA provides training and job readiness along with cultural, social, and technical programming to the over 3035 members of the eight Participating Bands.
The Summer Worker – General Clerk provides flexible, day-to-day support across multiple departments at the Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly (CNA). This role assists with administrative tasks, basic food preparation, office and property upkeep, inventory tracking, and event support. This is a hands-on position suited for someone reliable, adaptable, and eager to gain broad workplace experience.
Primary Duties
- Provide general administrative support (filing, scanning, data entry, document preparation),
- Assist with registration and reception duties as needed,
- Support basic food preparation and kitchen organization for meetings/events,
- Assist with office cleanliness, organization, and light property maintenance,
- Track and organize supplies and inventories across departments,
- Support internal and external events (set-up, take-down, coordination support),
- Run occasional errands or pick up supplies as directed,
- Assist departments with project-based tasks as needed,
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all duties, and
- Perform other ad hoc duties as assigned by multiple Managers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong willingness to learn and take direction,
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently,
- Comfortable working in a team and supporting multiple supervisors,
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email),
- Strong organizational and time management skills,
- Ability to perform light physical tasks (lifting, moving supplies, set-up), and
- Positive attitude and respectful communication.
Experience and Requirements
- Must be 15-30 years of age at the start of the term,
- Previous work or volunteer experience is an asset,
- Food Safe certification is an asset, and
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings or weekends as required for events.
Work Environment
- Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break, fluctuating when needed. On average, 35 hours per week,
- Overtime: All daily overtime over 8 hours will be banked at 1.5x, all hours over 12 will be banked at 2x (excessive banked overtime hours may create a shortened term),
- Reporting Office Location: Office work will be conducted from the CNA office at 2025 Granite Ave, Merritt BC, with in community work expected, and
- Vacation: paid out at 4% as outlined in the BC Employment Standards Act (BCESA).
Training and mentorship will be provided to support skill development and learning opportunities.
This position is funded by Canada Summer Jobs and provides a valuable opportunity to gain experience in event planning, cultural programming, and community engagement.
We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you!
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The Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.
