Legal Administrator

**The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq**

**Department of Governance**

**Legal Administrator**

**About The CMM**

**Position Overview**

Reporting to the Director of Governance, the Legal Administrator is responsible for the coordination and provision of legal services in support of the work of the Department of Governance.

**Overview of Responsibilities**:

- Coordination, preparation, review and execution of Estate documentation including Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Personal Directives for Medical Care.
- Preparation and Execution of other legal documents such as affidavits, statutory declarations as required.
- Manage community inquiries and outreach in support of the work of the Department of Governance.
- Reviewing and proof-reading documents to ensure compliance.
- Research and compilation of developments in legislation, regulations, First Nations Laws, legal articles, case law and secondary sources to support the ongoing work of Department of Governance.
- Coordination and support of technical table dedicated to Mi’kmaq By Law working group.

**Position Requirements**:

- University degree, diploma or certificate program in Paralegal studies, Business Administration, or its equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year working experience in Wills and Estates, Municipal Law, and Administrative law.
- Appointment as Commissioner of Oaths is an asset to this position.
- Good record keeping and proven ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Possess in cultural sensitivity and awareness of Mi’kmaq communities.
- Experience working in a complex quasi-governmental or non-governmental environment.
- Experience working with Mi’kmaq communities, First Nation service delivery organizations, and applicable government programming, etc.

**Why work with us?**

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is well known throughout Canada as a professional organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its employees. As an organization, we understand that a great work/life balance is essential to success. As a full-time employee you can expect:

- An atmosphere that is both professional and family oriented.
- Enrollment in the organization’s benefits packages on your first day of employment with no waiting period, which includes Health & Dental, and Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
- Generous amounts of paid time off (Paid Statutory Holidays plus St. Anne’s Day and Aboriginal Day, Summer Shutdown (2 weeks), Christmas Shutdown (roughly 2 weeks), plus 1 week of discretionary vacation time (up to 2 weeks with 10 years of service).
- Social Committee, Staff Days, Staff Knowledge Days, etc.

**Salary/Employment Term**:
Salary Range: $60,000 - $67,000 per year. This is a Permanent Position (pending successful one-year probationary contract).

**Application Deadline: Open Until Filled**

Submit Cover Letter AND Resume to:
**Human Resources**

**c/o The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq**

**PO Box 1590, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5V3**

Pay: $60,000.00-$67,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Work Location: In person