035-26-5 Native Inmate Liaison Officer

Job Description

NATIVE INMATE LIAISON OFFICER –

Justice, Nation Building

Contract – 1 year

Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, March 11, 2026, for the Native Inmate Liaison Officer with Justice, Nation Building. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the website. Online applications accepted through NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Native Inmate Liaison Officer reports to and receives direction from the Justice Director.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Native Inmate Liaison Officer (NILO) will be directly accountable to the Six Nations Justice Department Director. The Native Inmate Liaison (NILO) provides leadership, cultural awareness, peer counselling and other services to the Indigenous offenders. They are the link between the offenders and Indigenous communities. The Native Inmate Liaison Officer (NILO) helps ensure the offender's culture and spiritual needs are understood and met.

Type

Contract – 1 year

Closing Date

March 11, 2026

Hours of Work

35hrs./week

Wage

$29.07/hour

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year social worker diploma with 3-5 years of front line experience in human services.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with Indigenous organizations or with First Nations community.

OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Has excellent report writing skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability in fast paced environment
• High level understanding of the mainstream legal and court system.
• High level of communication skills; Interoffice, telephone and written.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Strong level of organizational skills for self.
• Must be a team-oriented player.
• Has a valid G license.
• Possess research and data collection skills.
• Possess Critical Incident stress debriefing skills.
• Aware of Six Nations community and services available in the area.
• Possess the ability to adapt and relate effectively with people of all ages.
• Will participate in recommended training.

SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):

Method #1: Online

• Please visit: to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.

• Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:

• Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

• Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

• Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

• If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Sydney Lewis, Human Resources Business Partner at ext. 5755 or via email at

Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:

• Printed, filled in and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.

• Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

• Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

• Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

• Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:

Native Inmate Liaison Officer – Contract 1 year

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0

SIX NATIONS OF THE GRAND RIVER JUSTICE DEPARTMENT

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Native Inmate Liaison Officer

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

The NILO reports to and receives direction from the Justice Director.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:

The Native Inmate Liaison Officer (NILO) will be directly accountable to the Six Nations Justice Department Director. The Native Inmate Liaison (NILO) provides leadership, cultural awareness, peer counselling and other services to the Indigenous offenders. They are the link between the offenders and Indigenous communities. The Native Inmate Liaison Officer (NILO) helps ensure the offender's culture and spiritual needs are understood and met.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

TECHNICAL

• Coordination of cultural awareness workshops conducted by self and/or with other community resources.
• Coordination of spiritual components conducted by self and/or with other community resources.
• Assist in supporting the Elder/Spiritual Advisor in their work with Indigenous offenders.
• To act as a liaison to facilitate communication between Indigenous inmates, their families, institutional staff and other community resources.
• Prepare and submit regular verbal and written reports pertaining to program activities and clients to the Six Nations Justice Department and the corrections institution.
• Assist in helping inmates' transition back to their communities

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Represent Six Nations Justice Department at inter-agency meetings when appropriate
• Keep monthly program statistics.
• Create monthly activity reports.

COMMUNICATION

• Ensures confidentially is maintained
• Keeps the Justice Director apprised of activities on a weekly basis both verbally and in written weekly and monthly reports.
• Provide statistical reports and recommendations
• General understanding of communication procedures within an office setting

OTHER RELATED DUTIES

• Performs other job-related duties as may reasonably be required by the Justice Director.
• Attend and participate in scheduled training as directed by immediate supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work requires physical activity and mental stress; requires working inside and outside, requires travel, requires extensive interactions with the public, who at times may be hostile or irate, subject to interruptions, deadlines and unscheduled hours.
• Work has high public profile
• Work involves considerable out of office contact.
• Work requires the ability to prioritize tasks, work independently with minimal supervision, and cope with many demands and time constraints.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

With the Six Nations Justice Department Director

Receives direction, guidance and discusses plans, priorities to ensure tasks are done efficiently and effectively, receives instruction and supervision.

With Department Staff

Liaises, cooperates and provides encouragement ; maintains control through teamwork and direction.

With other Staff

Maintains cooperation and consideration with all staff.

With External Agencies

Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to the Justice Program and maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop sound professional working relationships

With the Public

Represents and promotes the Justice Program interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous manner, co-operative, positive and proactive manner, provides information as requested.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two-year social worker diploma with 3-5 years of front line experience in human services.
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with Indigenous organizations or with First Nations community.

OTHER PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Excellent communication, critical thinking and interpersonal skills.
• Has excellent report writing skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability in fast paced environment
• High level understanding of the mainstream legal and court system.
• High level of communication skills; Interoffice, telephone and written.
• Computer skills; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher.
• Strong level of organizational skills for self.
• Must be a team-oriented player.
• Has a valid G license.
• Possess research and data collection skills.
• Possess Critical Incident stress debriefing skills.
• Aware of Six Nations community and services available in the area.
• Possess the ability to adapt and relate effectively with people of all ages.
• Will participate in recommended training.

IMPACT OF ERROR

Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Health Services, Health Committee, Six Nations Council, Government Agencies and the public.

CONTROL

Guiding principles set by the Justice Program and Six Nations Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures by the Six Nations Council for the Justice Program and other legislation provided by the respective government.