Summer Student Coordinator

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Summer Student Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing the Summer Student Program. This role involves recruiting and supporting student employees, coordinating training and schedules, and ensuring a positive, productive work experience. The Coordinator will act as a key liaison between students, managers, and Human Resources.
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Develop and implement the Summer Student Program structure and schedule for 20+ students.
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Assist with job postings, candidate screening, and interviews.
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Coordinate hiring processes and onboarding documentation, while ensuring all employment requirements are complete.
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Coordinate onboarding, orientation, training, and group sessions.
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Plan program activities, workshops, and team-building events.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for all summer students.
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Mentor, supervise, monitor student performance, and provide feedback.
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Address concerns, conflicts, and questions in a timely manner.
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Maintain accurate records of attendance for payroll inputs and to prepare reports on Program outcomes and participation.
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Ensure compliance with personnel policies and Canada Labour Code standards.
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Connect, communicate, and liaison between students, managers, and Human Resources.
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Provide regular updates to management on Program progress.
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Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment.
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Other related duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications:
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Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Education, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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Experience working with youth, student programs, or event planning preferred.
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Strong organizational and time management skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Ability to handle multiple tasks and work independently.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
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Ability to facilitate meetings and engage participation.
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Knowledge and understanding of First Nations people, the cultures, and communities.
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Ability and willingness to work an occasional evening or weekend.
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A valid Saskatchewan class five (5) driver’s licence.
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Completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.

This temporary four (4) month term position from April/May to August 2026 will be located at George Gordon First Nation and reports to the Human Resource Manager. Salary will be based on experience, training, and education.

Application Deadline: April 17, 2026, 4:00PM
Forward your cover letter, resume and three (3) references to:
Email: dhr@ggfn.ca | Fax: (306) 835-2036
Applicants will only be considered if all the required documentation is received by the closing date. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.