Director of Lands and Resources

Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government; Ucluelet; Hybrid; CAD 98,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan

4 weeks vacation

Personal and flex day

Days off during Christmas break

Hybrid work arrangements

Job summary

Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ Government seeks aSenior Manager/Director of Lands and Resources in Hitacu, BC to lead planning, funding, negotiations, development, delivery, and financial administration of Lands and Resources programs.

The role reports to the CAO and supervises multiple managers. Requires a Bachelor’s in NR Management (Master’s preferred) with 8–10 years’ experience, including 2–3 in management, and experience with First Nations partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, or related field (Master's Degree preferred).
• 8–10 years of directly related experience with 2–3 years at a management level.
• Experience developing and managing natural resource and environmental programs.
• Experience developing program policies.
• Experience researching, developing and managing funding proposals.
• Preferred: Experience working with First Nations.
• Preferred: Planning, developing and implementing culturally appropriate land and resource management programs.

Responsibilities

• Leads development, funding, implementation, and evaluation of Lands and Resources programs, ensuring alignment with Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ Government's Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Recommends and administers program and policy frameworks.
• Establishes program goals, objectives, and performance indicators.
• Ensures programs are responsive to the needs of Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ citizens.
• Promotes community engagement in the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of services.
• Works in partnership with the Manager of Human Resources on staffing matters, onboarding, and performance management.
• Leads departmental work planning and monitors progress against objectives.
• Oversees performance management processes, including coaching, reviews, and corrective action.
• In collaboration with the CFO, manages departmental finances and prepares the annual budget.
• Oversees the preparation of funding proposals and financial reports.
• Administers funding agreements and monitors financial performance.
• Oversees all program reporting and maintains records and administrative systems.
• Participates in strategic planning and interdepartmental collaboration; briefs CAO and executives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Communication

Financial literacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources Management

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

Classification: Band 8 — Senior Manager / Director

Reports To: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)

Supervises: Manager, Community Planning; Manager, Lands & Resources; Manager, Regulatory Affairs; Stewardship Program Manager; Administrative and Operations Coordinator

Location: Hitacu, BC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary Band: Band 8 ($98,076 – $147,115)

POSITION PURPOSE

The Director of Lands and Resources is responsible for providing the overall leadership, direction and support for the planning, funding, negotiations, development, delivery, financial management and administration of Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ Government Lands and Resources programs.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Program Management

• Leads the development, funding, implementation, and evaluation of Lands and Resources programs, ensuring alignment with Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ Government's Vision, Mission, and Values
• Recommends and administers program and policy frameworks
• Establishes program goals, objectives, and performance indicators
• Ensures programs are responsive to the needs of Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ citizens
• Promotes community engagement in the design, evaluation, and continuous improvement of services

Department Management

• Works in partnership with the Manager of Human Resources on all staffing matters, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training and development, performance management, and succession planning
• Leads departmental work planning and monitors progress against objectives
• Oversees performance management processes, including coaching, performance reviews, and corrective action

Financial Management

• In collaboration with the CFO, manages departmental finances and prepares the annual budget
• Oversees the preparation of funding proposals and financial reports
• Administers funding agreements and monitors financial performance

Administration & Reporting

• Oversees all program reporting to ensure timely submission of required documents
• Ensures accurate and up-to-date records and administrative systems
• Administers departmental policies, procedures, and operating protocols

Senior Management Team

• Participates in Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ Government strategic planning
• Promotes interdepartmental cooperation and staff engagement
• Provides updates and briefings to the CAO and, as directed, to the Executive, Legislature, and the hitacu Assembly

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Natural Resources Management, Environmental Science, or related field (Master's Degree preferred)
• 8–10 years of directly related experience with 2–3 years at a management level
• Experience developing and managing natural resource and environmental programs
• Experience developing program policies
• Experience researching, developing and managing funding proposals

Preferred:

• Experience working with First Nations
• Experience in planning, developing and implementing culturally appropriate land and resource management programs

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Ability to manage and mentor a team of professional and administrative staff
• Highly-developed communication and interpersonal skills including conflict resolution
• Strategic and analytical thinking
• Financial literacy skills
• Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and land management
• Knowledge of marine stewardship and resource management
• Understanding of treaty rights and land governance

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment with regular fieldwork
• Regular travel to attend meetings and site visits is required

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Genuine respect for Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ traditions, culture, and protocols
• Understanding of traditional land stewardship and resource management practices

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive base salary
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits (applicable from day one!)
• Enrolment into Municipal Pension Plan
• 4-weeks' paid vacation (with incremental increases for years of service)
• Paid personal and flex day
• Paid days off during the Christmas break
• Hybrid work arrangements (subject to operational requirements)

This job description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work expected. YG reserves the right to amend and update responsibilities to meet operational needs. Yuuuluʔiłʔatḥ citizens are encouraged to apply.