Position Title: Consultation & Accommodation Officer

Location: Sarnia, ON

Duration: Permanent

Posting Closes/Deadline: January 30, 2026

Tentative Interview Date(s): February 4th/5th, 2026

Scope of the Position:

The Consultation and Accommodation Officer is responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and organizational support for all development opportunities, managing inquiries from all corporations, government, or proponents interested in partnering with Aamjiwnaang within the guidelines of Band initiatives. The Consultation and Accommodation Officer is responsible for performing a variety of administrative duties, including but not limited to managing all communications regarding development inquiries, support in the creation and maintenance of agreements, ensuring all opportunities are managed to completion, handling all correspondence and any other related activities, as established by the Governance Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver and execute high-quality administrative support to programs and services in alignment with legislative and community requirements by:
  • Ensuring well-designed process, information collection, and documentation standards
  • Reporting on and providing advice regarding engagements with other corporations, organizations or government
  • Coordinating effective communications and issue resolution with key stakeholders
• Under the guidance of the Governance Officer, ensure that Indigenous culture and language concepts are integrated into all aspects of managing development opportunities for the Band
• Function as the primary point of contact for all consultation requests related to Band land, pipelines, partnerships, or any impact to asserted rights
• Assist in the establishment of new procedures as they relate to gathering and managing inquiries, consultation requests and development of Band resources and assets
• In partnership with Aamjiwnaang departments and other Band stakeholders, remain informed of private, Provincial and Federal and departmental services, initiatives, and funding or partnership opportunities.
• Liaise with relevant agencies, professional associations, and other department leaders regarding agreements and services as required.
• Work in partnership with Development department team members and other AFN staff to support the development of new programs and proposals to meet identified community needs
• Attend appropriate workshops, seminars and training sessions as required to remain current on topics of concern to your role and scope of responsibility
• Promote a positive image of Aamjiwnaang to the public.