Lands and Resources Project Coordinator

Posted 10 days ago

Job Details

Full Time

Location

Cranbrook, BC

Salary

dollar sign 57,379 to 78,000 per year

Job Description

The Lands and Resources Project Coordinator is responsible for developing and overseeing special projects that are ʔaq̓am lands and natural resources-based, according to natural law and qanikitȼi (ʔaq̓am values and principles) for the use and benefit of all ʔaq̓amnik̓ (ʔaq̓am people present and future generations). In addition to the projects they oversee, the Lands and Resources Project Coordinator provides specialized technical support to ʔaq̓am community growth. This position reports directly to the Manger, Lands & Natural Resources and supports and collaborates with other staff within the Lands and Natural Resources Department, including the Director of Lands and Natural Resources, Forester, and Land Code Advisor, playing a role in the development and implementation of the ʔaq̓am Strategic Plan.

Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop and implement natural resource projects in accordance with the ʔaq̓am Community Strategic Plan and the ʔaq̓am Land Use Plan.
Plan, organize and facilitate engagement with members through Community Meetings (virtual or in-person) and respond to inquiries from membership related to land and natural resource use.
Work with the Manager to implement projects related to lands and natural resources, including: Terrestrial Ecosystem Restoration, Archaeology, Potable Water, Forestry, Environmental Site Assessments and Remediation, Climate Adaptation and Invasive Species Management.
Prepare requests for proposals, solicit quotes and develop contracts for approval; respond to contractor inquiries/requests and maintain an on-site presence during project implementation

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More About You

In order to qualify for the Lands and Resources Project Coordinator role, you must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar position, a Diploma in Resource Management and relevant field experience administering contracts and working with contractors. Previous experience working for an Indigenous Community is an asset as well as experience with grant writing, administration, budgets and reporting. Proof of a clear criminal record including vulnerable sector check. Provision of a clean driver's abstract and a Valid Class 5 driver’s license.

Salary will commensurate with experience from a range ($57,379 - 78,000) and includes a favorable benefits package and pension plan.

Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry and ʔaq̓am encourages applicants to self-identify within your application.
Thank you to all those that apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About ʔaq̓am

We are a First Nations community, situated within the traditional territory of the Ktunaxa Nation. Discover more about our people, our stories, our business and our community. ʔaq̓am is a member community of the Ktunaxa Nation. As a community, we share many values – recognizing the importance of family, unity and co-operation, effective communication, love and kindness, respect, safety and security, inclusion, education and learning, healthy and balanced living – and take pride in our heritage, language and culture. We value natural law and practice stewardship of the land, water, animals, and plants. The vision of our Ktunaxa ancestors continues to guide us through traditions, customs, language, and beliefs. We strive to govern effectively and maximize our lands and resources for the benefit of all living things and future generations, in accordance with our values and principles. We recognize Ktunaxa rights and title. Our Band Council consists of a Chief and four Councillors, all elected through the Band’s own election process. ʔaq̓am members are employed in a variety of fields, including local government, hospitality, construction, transportation, tourism, forestry, and entrepreneurial pursuits. The ʔaq̓am administration operates a diverse range of programs and services, including the ʔaq̓amnik̓ Elementary school, ʔaq̓amnik̓ Daycare, ʔaq̓amnik̓ After School and Summer Programs, Community Education Services, Community Health, Economic Development, Lands/Natural Resources and Housing and Administrative services. These functions are operated centrally at the Band’s Administration Building. The ʔaq̓am Community has the largest population of all Ktunaxa Nation Bands and the largest land base, occupying 18,420 acres or 7,461 hectares in total. ʔaq̓am members work together to foster a vibrant, healthy community in which everyone has a role to play.