PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER

New employees hired by the Nation are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate providing proof of full vaccination. If a candidate requires accommodation based on a ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, this will be reviewed and addressed.

CLOSES: Open Until Filled

• Great opportunity to join the Squamish Nations community

• Take your career to new heights with a dynamic and progressive First Nations government

Who We Are

Squamish Nation consists of 23 villages and is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal people who live in the present-day Greater Vancouver area, Gibson’s Landing, and Squamish River watershed. The Squamish Nation has occupied and governed the territory since beyond recorded history. The Squamish Nation's culture is rich and resilient. We continue to practice our customs and traditions, which are strongly interconnected with our traditional territory. Together with our lands, our customs and traditions are the foundations of who we are as Skwxwú7mesh.
As an organization, we provide support to the greater Squamish Nation Community through service. With 12 departments with individual areas of expertise, we ensure Community Members have access to necessary programs and services.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Working as an integral part of the Ta na wa Yúus ta Stitúyntsam̓ Rights and Title Department, reporting to the Director, Rights and Title, the Natural Resources Manager will play a key role within the Rights and Title Department to assess referrals, proposed initiatives, and management strategies related to natural resources in Squamish’s Territory – in particular related to fisheries and forestry. They will work closely with the Environmental Manager and Cultural Manager to carry out all work. The Natural Resources Manager will also be responsible for overseeing internal management and policies related to fishing carried out by Squamish Nation membership. The Natural Resources Manager will be responsible for Fisheries, but will also work closely with other staff also responsible for forestry-related files to formulate plans, policies, and objectives for the Rights and Title Department.

What You Bring

• Combination of education and experience.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of relevant environmental legislation and regulatory requirements, as well as indigenous rights and title.
• Professional, adaptable, and confident communication style with strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of emotional intelligence, patience, and integrity with demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Extremely organized with excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
• Team-oriented with a positive, approachable attitude and an ability to deliver negative information tactfully and diplomatically when needed.
• Holds current safety tickets and maintains Occupational Health & Safety training and knowledge.
• Can lift up to 50lbs and is physically able to perform on-site duties required for the role

Salary: $83,518.83 - $95,607.08 annually, plus a comprehensive benefit program.

Why Work With Us

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we offer excellent training and development opportunities within an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*