Environmental Program Manager

Tsleil-Waututh Nation; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tsleil-Waututh Nation is seeking an Environmental Programs Manager to oversee their Land, Water, Environment Program. This role involves managing fisheries agreements, ecosystem restoration, and building relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in environmental studies and relevant experience in natural resource management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 2 years with a Master's degree.
• Academic knowledge of natural resource sectors including fisheries and wildlife management.

Responsibilities

• Manage Land, Water, Environment Program focusing on fisheries and ecosystem restoration.
• Build relationships with governments and organizations for natural resource management.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary pay-range : - $82,209.00 - $113,038.00 -based on qualifications and experience.

Job Summary :

The Environmental Programs Manager (EPM) reports to the Director and is responsible for managing the Land, Water, Environment Program, which focuses on the protection, assertion and implementation of food, social and ceremonial fisheries management, wildlife management, ecosystem restoration, monitoring, and other TWN stewardship initiatives.

The ESC is responsible for managing projects pertaining to :

• Comprehensive Fisheries Agreement and Food Fish Program
• Food, social, ceremonial fisheries plans and management
• Shellfish studies, stock assessment, harvest and monitoring
• Project planning, and coordinating of site-specific ecosystem restoration initiatives for marine, estuarine, and river environments
• Environmental monitoring and stewardship initiatives
• Stewardship initiatives and funding opportunities
• Habitat and species mapping

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Program Management & Co-ordination.
• Asserting Tsleil-Waututh Aboriginal Rights, Title and interests with regards to natural resources, stewardship and governance rights.
• Relationship-building with Crown governments, private sector, non-governmental organizations, academic institutions, proponents and other First Nations.
• Assist the Accommodation and Consultation team with referral and consultation requests.
• Supports the Director to ensure the vision laid out in foundational Tsleil-Waututh documents (ex. the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Declaration, Stewardship Policy, economic development strategy, Burrard Inlet Action Plan, etc.) and overall Tsleil-Waututh philosophy is met.
• Management of program budget including planning, invoicing, budget reporting and all other necessary tasks.
• Oversee the roles and responsibilities of the Environmental Specialist, Head Field Technician, and field staff.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in related field (e.g. biology, ecology, environment studies, natural resources management, etc.) with a minimum of 4 years of work experience, or a Master’s degree in related field with 2 years work experience.
• May consider alternate combinations of education and relevant work experience.
• Academic and practical knowledge of natural resource sectors including forestry, fisheries, wildlife management, and water stewardship.
• Direct field experience such as conducting marine scientific studies and / or restoration works that can be applied in an office setting.
• Understanding of the current and historical culture of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Coast Salish peoples.
• Understanding of Aboriginal rights and title, particularly in the context of B.C.
• Proficient with computers, the Internet and Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Previous experience working in a First Nations community and / or organization is preferred.
• Experience building and managing teams.
• Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Supervise activities and manage schedule of :

• TWN Youth (seasonal)
• Other department staff, as directed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Excellent communication and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Self-motivated; proven ability to deliver results when working independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a wide variety of people.
• Brings a creative and unconventional approach to problem solving (ability to think outside the box).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure; demonstrate flexibility, cooperation and ability to shift priorities rapidly.
• Ability to solve practical problems in a culturally appropriate manner and deal with a variety of variables in situations.
• Demonstrated patience, understanding, and a willingness to share and learn.

Work Conditions : Physical Demands

• Significant desk work with long periods of manual dexterity (keyboard operations, filing).

Mental Focus

• Must synthesize complex and diverse information.
• Must remain calm, professional, objective, and constructive.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Must model adherence to established systems and processes.
• Provide detailed and comprehensive strategic advice with little notice.
• Highly developed ability to work under pressure.

Environmental Conditions

• Dynamic environment with multiple demands, changing priorities and constant interruptions.
• Highly sensitive legal, confidential and political issues and environment.
• Engagement with other departments, levels of crown and First Nation governments.

To apply send your resume and cover letter to :

[e-mail]

We appreciate everyone’s interest in the role, however only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Hours of operation

Offices are closed on holidays

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