Natural Resources Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 80,000 - 90,000

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Lands and Resources Director (LRD), the Natural Resources Manager will oversee the operations related to conservation and environmental management projects for AFN. This position is responsible for directing and managing Natural Resources Department staff to work towards achieving AFNs strategic goals (mission, mandate, and objectives) through efficient and effective use of resources and service delivery. These activities include consultations, environmental approvals and planning.

In addition to the projects they oversee, the Natural Resources Manager provides specialized technical support to akisqnuk communitys growth. This position supports and collaborates with other staff within the Lands and Natural Resource.

akisqnuk First Nation (AFN)is a member Community of the Ktunaxa Nation. AFN exists for the Community. Externally, we are here to serve the Community, and internally, we are our own Community, comprised of different departments unified by our Vision, Mission, and Values. As a team, through our own roles and departments, the AFN Organization works together to achieve our strategic plan Our Thinking and continue to progress and move our community forward.

Note : This position is full-time with a set weekly schedule (35 hrs / week, Monday - Friday) working onsite at AFNs offices.

Major Position Responsibilities :

Resource Management and Planning

• Develop and implement natural resource management plans that align with AFNs cultural, environmental, and economic goals.
• Conduct assessments and monitor the health of natural resources, including forests, water bodies, wildlife, and land.
• Ensure sustainable use of natural resources, balancing economic development with conservation.
• Supervise and direct the planning, implementation, and monitoring of natural resource management programs to meet current and future anticipated natural resource service needs
• Prepare, administer, amend, and execute annual work plans, budgets, and schedules
• Develop briefing notes to Chief and Counsel
• Cultivate innovative strategies to advance the natural resource management goals of AFN.
• Work with the LRD to scope and develop projects related to lands and natural resources, guided by the Strategic Plan and Land Use Plan including - Terrestrial Ecosystem Restoration (prescribed burning, forest, grassland, wetland), Archaeology, Forestry, Environmental Site Assessments & Remediation, and Climate Adaptation.
• Navigate internal, provincial, and federal land use processes and secure appropriate approvals to conduct project activities, including but not limited to : federal timber permit applications, biological assessments, species-at-risk permits, and cultural heritage protections.

Community Engagement and Consultation

Policy Development and Advocacy

Environmental Protection and Stewardship

Collaboration and Partnerships

Education and Capacity Building

Compliance and Enforcement

Data Management and Reporting

Leadership and Supervisor of Team Members

Qualifications :

NOTE : A criminal check will be conducted on the successful applicant

What we offer :

akisqnuk First Nation is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with our commitment to reconciliation and employment equity, preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify as First Nations, Mtis, or Inuit. We encourage Indigenous applicants to self-identify in their application.