Membership Research Clerk

Position: Membership Research Clerk Term: Permanent Full-Time Department: Membership Division: Administration Salary: $21.00 per hour Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30a.m. to 4:30p.m. Posting Date: August 21, 2026 Closing Date: September 4, 2026 at 4:30p.m. Job Summary The Membership Research Clerk is responsible for genealogical research on historical records and maintaining the membership filing system. This role involves working closely with the Indian Registry Administrator to process, verify, and manage membership files, as well as providing reception support when needed. Education Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent. Experience A minimum of one year employment experience in an office setting. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience operating multiline line telephone systems, an asset Demonstrated experience with accurate data entry, record keeping and filing systems. Mandatory Documentation With Application A cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above must be included with your application. Resume Requirements Prior To Starting Employment The successful candidate must submit a Criminal Record check (completed within a 30-day timeframe), at their own expense. The successful candidate must submit a copy of applicable educational qualifications (certificates, diplomas, degrees, etc.). Please submit all mandatory documents electronically to [email protected]. or 2212-A Elm Avenue, Southwold Ontario, N0L 2G0 Late applications will not be accepted We thank all those for applying however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Oneida Nation of the Thames gives hiring preference to qualified First Nation applicants, with first preference to qualified Oneida Nation of the Thames members. Applicants wishing to be considered under this preference are encouraged to self-identify in their application. Oneida Nation of the Thames is guided by Skʌnʌ́ Teyukwalihwayenawakhuti “We will work together in peace” and is committed to supporting the preservation and use of the Oneida language and cultural practices. Oneida Nation of the Thames is committed to workplace diversity and will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. To request accommodations, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] To request a full job profile, contact the Human Resources Department at 519-652-3244 ext. 826 or by email [email protected].

The Membership Research Clerk performs genealogical research on historical records and maintains the membership filing system. The role involves processing and verifying membership files in coordination with the Indian Registry Administrator and providing reception support.

Candidates must have a Grade 12 diploma and at least one year of office experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and demonstrated accuracy in data entry and record keeping are required.

• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Data entryPreferred

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• Genealogical Research
• Record Keeping
• Filing Systems
• Data Entry
• Microsoft Office
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Multiline Telephone Systems
• Reception Support

• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Legal
• Science & Research

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 20, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

35 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level