Guardian - Forestry, Recreation, Lands

Trimark People Solutions; Alert Bay; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Na̱mǥis First Nation in Alert Bay, BC is seeking a Guardian to oversee forestry, recreation and lands under the Director of Natural Resources. The NR Stewardship Technician will perform field activities, collect data and contribute to rights and title initiatives.

This full-time, on-site role requires outdoor endurance, strong communication, and safe operation of vessels and equipment. SVOP, MED, First Aid, and Swiftwater Rescue are required.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including MS Office.
• Knowledge of Namgis culture.
• Ability to work in challenging marine and wilderness environments.

Responsibilities

• Positively representing Namgis to members and external audiences.
• Data collection and reporting for field activities (surveys, brood stock, egg-takes).
• Physical and biological assessments and sampling.
• Community relations and education.
• Ensure safe operation/maintenance of vessels, ATVs, trucks, and gear.
• Assist new/temporary staff and support the NR Director as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Cultural knowledge

Field work suitability

Education

Grade 8 or equivalent

Class 5 BC Driver's Licence

SVOP

Marine Emergency Duties

First Aid

Swiftwater Rescue

Job description

Position Title: Guardian - Forestry, Recreation, Lands

Employer: 'Na̱mǥis First Nation

Location: Alert Bay, BC

Employment type: Full time _ on-site

Salary: Level 13, Salary _ L13 - $50,651 - $59,095) per year, commensurate with experience

Reports to: Director, Natural Resources

Posting closes: Until filled

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Natural Resources (NR), the NR Stewardship Technician will be responsible for field activities related to 'Namgis natural resource management in lands, fisheries, forestry, water, and rights and title related activities.

Specific Responsibilities

• Positively representing 'Namgis to members and the outside world in all activities.
• Activity Recording and Data collection: most field activities will have a data collection component, some examples include: CMT surveys, marine surveys, brood stock, egg-takes. These activities must be tracked in supplied notebook.
• Activity Reporting: you will frequently be asked to create.
• Physical and biological assessments
• Physical and biological sampling
• Community relations and education
• Safe operation and maintenance of equipment including vessels, all-terrain vehicles, trucks, trailers, etc.
• General maintenance: gear, vehicles, facilities. All tools, vehicles and facilities are to meet safety standards of 'Namgis policies.
• Undertake training as assigned.
• Support new/temporary staff.
• Other duties are as required by the Natural Resources Director, and/or the Administrator.

Skills & Experience Requirements

• Ability to work in challenging marine and wilderness environments in a safe and efficient manner
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated competency with MS Office Software
• Knowledge of 'Namgis culture

Education/Qualifications

• Grade 8 or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence
• Small Vessel Operator Proficiency - SVOP
• Marine Emergency Duties
• Basic First Aid
• Swiftwater Rescue

Unusual Job Features

• Various duties that include strenuous manual labour
• Irregular work hours which may include overnight and weekends
• Extensive outdoor work
• May work in or near swift waters
• Tasks often include travel by ferry and truck/boat to work site or as part of activities

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.