Crown Land Coordinator

Government of Manitoba; Neepawa; On-site; CAD 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The Crown Land Coordinator position in the Lands Branch of the Manitoba government provides essential support to directors and managers, handling policy reviews, encumbrances, and historical chronology. You will manage client intake, assist in appellant reviews, and prepare documentation to facilitate informed decisions.

You will deliver secretariat services to land committees, handle inquiries, manage records, and support internal/external communications while working as part of a collaborative

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education as noted or an equivalent combination.
• Experience drafting and reviewing correspondence, emails, and inquiries.
• Strong written and verbal communication with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience handling sensitive information and confidential records.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide centralized client intake services and assist with appellant review processes.
• Prepare documents and facilitate decision-making; provide secretariat services to land committees.
• Respond to public inquiries and manage electronic and physical records.
• Facilitate internal and external communications and support management recommendations.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure efficient policy, encumbrance, and chronology reviews.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Records management

Microsoft Office

Education

Post-secondary education in sciences/legal/municipal/office administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, TEAMS)

Job description

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Lands Branch, Lands and Indigenous Economic Partnerships

Advertisement Number: 45294

Salary(s): CL4 $57,137.00 - $66,725.00 per year

Closing Date: November 8, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

Introduction

The Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is looking for a qualified candidate for the role of Crown Land Coordinator with the Lands Branch.

Duties:

The Crown Land Coordinator provides support to the director and branch managers, assistance to other staff relating to policy, encumbrance, condition, and historical chronology reviews. The position is responsible to provide a centralized client intake services, assistance on appellant review processes, file research, document preparation to facilitate decision making, and to provide secretariat services to corporate land committees. As part of a team, the Crown Land Coordinator provides general reception, responds to public inquiries, manages electronic and manual records, facilitates internal and external communication services, and undertakes research to support management recommendations.

Why Work For Manitoba Government?

The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.

• Defined pension plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Long-Term Disability Plan
• Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
• Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
• Annual health spending account for eligible employees

Commitment to Health and Wellness

• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
• Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
• Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
• Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options

Professional Growth & Development

We want our employees to thrive and grow, and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.

Organizational Culture and Values

The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.

Impact on Manitoba’s Future

By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in sciences, legal, municipal, or office administration, or a suitable combination of education and training may be considered.
• Experience performing a wide range of administrative duties including but not limited to drafting and reviewing correspondence, documents, managing emails and tasks, and assessing and responding to inquiries over the phone, by email and in person.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence, including experience interacting, collaborating and maintaining effective working relationships with a commitment to client service.
• Strong written communication skills with experience drafting, proofreading, editing and/or formatting correspondence and documentation with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to speak in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet conflicting deadlines.
• Experience working with highly sensitive and confidential information in a professional manner.
• Experience working with physical and electronic filing systems.
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and TEAMS).
• Knowledge and experience implementing and interpreting legislation and regulations governing the use of Crown land.
• Experience working with Indigenous, rural, and northern communities.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be able to occasionally travel to attend meetings in rural and northern communities, as required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid full stage Manitoba Class 5 Drivers Licence.
• Must be physically capable of lifting up to 30 lbs.