Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

Ucluelet First Nation; Ucluelet; On-site; CAD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern treaty Nation in Ucluelet is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer to oversee operations and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in public administration and Indigenous governance. This role offers a competitive salary of $160,000–$200,000 plus benefits, with a chance to make a significant impact on community priorities while enjoying a coastal lifestyle.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Employer-matched pension

Generous vacation and leave entitlements

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Staff housing support

Qualifications

• 10 years of progressive senior management experience.
• 5 years in a senior leadership role within Indigenous organizations.
• Ability to build trust and consensus effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee policy development and strategic planning.
• Lead human resources and financial management.
• Support governance processes and community priorities.

Skills

Policy development

Human resources

Financial stewardship

Cultural respect

Diplomacy

Education

Degree in Public Administration, Business, Political Science or Indigenous Studies

Master’s degree in relevant discipline

Job description

Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government

About

The Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government is a modern treaty Nation under the Maa-nulth Final Agreement. With a dedicated staff of over 100 employees and a strong financial foundation, the nation is building toward a future of cultural revitalization, sustainable development, and responsive governance. Located in Ucluelet, on the breathtaking west coast of Vancouver Island, the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government offers a rare opportunity to combine meaningful leadership with an enviable coastal lifestyle.

The Opportunity

As Chief Administrative Officer, you will be the senior administrative leader for the Nation. Reporting to the Executive, you will oversee policy development, strategic planning, human resources, financial management, and the delivery of programs and services to meet community goals. You will guide operations, support governance processes, and strengthen intergovernmental relationships while advancing community priorities such as housing, education, economic development, and cultural renewal. This role provides the chance to make a lasting impact on the administration, services, and legacy of the Nation.

The Ideal Candidate

• You hold a degree in Public Administration, Business, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, along with at least 10 years of progressive senior management experience, including five years in a senior leadership role within a government, First Nation, Indigenous organization, or similarly complex environment. A master’s degree in a relevant discipline is considered an asset.
• You bring proven expertise in policy development, human resources, and financial stewardship, as well as experience working with Indigenous governments and governance processes. Cultural respect, diplomacy, and the ability to build trust and consensus while managing operations with confidence and independence are essential.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary of $160,000–$200,000 plus an excellent benefits package, employer-matched pension, generous vacation and leave entitlements, relocation assistance, professional development, and staff housing support. Life in Ucluelet also provides access to world-renowned beaches, surfing, fishing, and the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve.

Apply

If you are ready to lead with integrity, realize community priorities, and make a lasting impact in service to the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ people, we invite you to apply at bit.ly/47Mc3up

To learn more about the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government, please visit www.ufn.ca.

For further information, please contact Max Mollineaux at WMC at [e-mail]. To learn more about WMC, visit www.wmc.ca.