Our Staff

The Chief makes decisions concerning band related business, community planning and sits on all band committees as a chairperson with voting rights within a quorum. The Chief also has extended duties outside of the community with other bands and band Chiefs or organizations.

The elected council makes decisions concerning band related business or community planning based on a quorum.

The Education Counselor is responsible for providing/locating programs and services designed to assist students in the community who are struggling with academics as well as to assist in the preparation of students for post secondary education.

The Social Development Officer is tasked with providing Social Development services and programs to all community members to ensure that they have every opportunity to be successful whether it is through training and education or through assistance with getting the services they need to thrive.

Director of infrastructure manages all the community infrastructure, making sure that existing infrastructure is maintained, and the planning for any new infrastructure to be built.

The Senior Financial Officer is responsible for all financial functions of Annapolis Valley First Nation such as accounting, payments and banking, payroll, budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance.

The Economic Development Officer is available to assist band members and/or Council in Business Development with resources such as planning, funding etc. that are offered to First Nations.

The Native Employment Officer assists band members in making good career decisions, training or educational choices. Provide labor market information, financial assistance to clients and assists them in identifying the resources they need for skills development/enhancements, life skills, resume writing and job search skills, etc.

The Housing, Infrastructure and Capital Officer operates within the band office and within the housing construction field. Communicates with Chief and Council on any housing requests that are provided by band members and foresees the issues are taken care of by construction crew or service providers. Sits on the housing committee and votes to make decisions on repairs/housing needs.

The Receptionist is responsible for ensuring that the office runs in an efficient and effective manner by managing the day-to-day operations, such as answering phone, setting up appointments, record and transcribe minutes, filing, maintain equipment etc.

The Health Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Health Centre along with long-term planning to provide culturally appropriate community health programs and services.

The Practical Nurse supports the health team in any capacities needed.