Job Description

Adecco is excited to announce an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our reputable client, a member of the Assembly of First Nations, as a permanent, full-time Lands and Resources Manager in Gold River, BC. As the Lands and Resources Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing all operations related to lands and natural resources usage, ensuring sustainable practices and environmental stewardship. This leadership position will involve managing a diverse team, including forestry research and surveillance, GIS referrals, lands use plans, fisheries roles, and researchers. * Location: Gold River, BC

• Job type: Full-time | Permanent
• Relocation assistance is provided, if not presently a resident of Gold River, BC.

Duties and Responsibilities: * Respond to development referrals and address with aboriginal rights as needed.

• Oversee the coordination of fisheries assessments.
• Work collaboratively with the fisheries coordinator to ensure monitoring and reporting of all fisheries programs are carried out in a timely manner.
• Review, report and advise on recommended actions to defend lands, water and fish from detrimental activities.
• Draft correspondence to local governments and attend meetings as it relates to lands and natural resources.
• Oversee research and archaeology projects and staff.
• Seek and source out funding for lands projects, including writing and submitting grants and reports.
• Supervise lands department staff, including hiring, development, mentorship and addressing performance management issues.
• Develop and maintain a good working relationship with staff and representatives of other agencies and organizations.
• Maintain professional growth and development by participating in approved conferences and training opportunities when relevant to job duties.

Requirements and Qualifications: * Bachelor of Science, Forestry or a diploma/degree in Natural Sciences in combination with experience will be considered.

• Experience working with First Nations and/or a combination of education and experience facilitating programs and funding applications through Federal and Provincial programs.
• Experience managing staff including discipline and termination when needed.
• Must have strong experience applying for funding from various federal and government organizations.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism in all activities.
• Able to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality.
• Must be comfortable with public speaking.
• A valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license is required for this role.
• Must be legally eligible to work, and reside in Canada

If you are a passionate and dedicated professional with a deep commitment to sustainable land and resource management, this is an extraordinary opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Apply now to this Lands and Resources Manager job opportunity and get the chance to contribute to the advancement of responsible practices while respecting the cultural heritage and values of the local Indigenous community.
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