Indigenous Rights & Title Strategy Lead

Seabird Island Band; Agassiz; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health benefits

Pension plan with employer matching

Paid vacation and sick time

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Seabird Island Band is seeking an Aboriginal Rights & Title Manager to lead the protection and advancement of rights, title, and self-governance for traditional lands and resources. Working in the Inter-Government Affairs team, you will influence policy, negotiate with governments, and collaborate with Indigenous communities to support sustainable decision-making.

Based in Agassiz, BC, this full-time, in-office role focuses on strategic leadership across rights, land and resource management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Indigenous Governance, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Public Administration.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in Indigenous governance or related fields.
• Advanced knowledge of Aboriginal rights, title, and self-governance including relevant case law and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Rights & Title, Natural Resources, Referrals, and Language Revitalization portfolios.
• Review referrals and land use proposals to protect community interests.
• Represent Seabird Island in negotiations with governments, industry, and stakeholders.
• Provide strategic advice to Chief and Council on rights, title, and resource management.
• Develop policies and strategies to strengthen self-governance and community capacity.
• Oversee natural resource initiatives and environmental stewardship.
• Lead, mentor, and build a high-performing team while managing budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiations

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic planning

Policy development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Indigenous Governance, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Public Administration

Job description

Seabird Island Band is seeking an Aboriginal Rights & Title Manager to lead the protection and advancement of rights, title, and self-governance for traditional lands and resources. Working in the Inter-Government Affairs team, you will influence policy, negotiate with governments, and collaborate with Indigenous communities to support sustainable decision-making.

Based in Agassiz, BC, this full-time, in-office role focuses on strategic leadership across rights, land and resource management,