About the Position:
The Manager, Lands and Tax Administration is responsible for implementing the Lheidli T’enneh Land Code and administering services and programming for environment management, ensuring responsible stewardship by creating, monitoring, and evaluating community land use plans. The Manager, Lands and Tax Administration is also responsible for managing the Lands Management and Public Works staff and will collaborate with and support the elected Lheidli T’enneh First Nation Lands Authority Committee.
About Lheidli T’enneh First Nation:
The Lheidli T’enneh First Nation is an Indigenous community located in and around the city of Prince George, British Columbia. The name “Lheidli” means “The People from the Confluence of the River” in the Carrier language, referring to where the Nechako River meets the Fraser River and their traditional territory.
Within this territory, Lheidli T’enneh works hard to develop economic opportunities but also to practice and preserve traditional activities. Through various programs and services, Lheidli continues to maintain and protect its culture and history for its 400 plus members while improving their quality of life.
Today, the Lheidli T’enneh First Nation moves forward as a motivated, educated, and determined Nation, one that connects the lessons of the past with the hopes and dreams of the future.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Negotiate, develop, implement, and enforce land use plans including the administration of taxation structures, environmental management, frameworks, community planning, and development of local Land Code laws.
- Monitor the property taxes/local revenue for the Nation and ensure all revenue are invoiced and collected from the parties, as well as return and expenditure law are submitted to the appropriate authority on time.
- Liaise and partner with Lheidli T’enneh Members, the Lands Authority, Chief and Council, and provincial and federal governing bodies.
- Manage the Public Works and Lands Management departments, including day-to-day operations, financial and administrative management, and establish strategies to ensure optimum service delivery to Members.
- Provide assessment and recommendations regarding On-Reserve Land-Use Referrals that may lead to the development of partnership, investment, and capital infrastructure opportunities with various stakeholders.
- Inform staff and Community Members on the Lheidli T’enneh Land Code.
- Prepare regular monthly progress reports to management and political (internal) representatives.
- Support management in strategic planning and program implementation.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as necessary in the performance of the position and as assigned by the Director of Lands, Natural Resources and Stewardship.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Specialized technical and job expertise at a senior level in the areas of Land Use Planning, Land Code Management and Taxation, and applicable legislation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant computer software and technological tools including GIS and mapping software.
Experience and Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as natural resource management, environmental science, land use and environmental planning, or related field.
- Professional Land Management Certification is an asset.
- 3+ years of relevant work experience in a similar role.
- Experience in community development.
- Preference will be given to candidates with work experience in First Nations organizations.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to undergo an appropriate criminal records review and vulnerable sector criminal record check successfully and periodically is required.
Closing Date: Open until position is filled.
Applications are assessed as they are received therefore early application is recommended. Applications will only be considered from those eligible to work in Canada. All applicants who require a work permit or sponsorship for employment in Canada will not be considered.
Candidates who meet the above criteria will be contacted for an interview. Proof of certifications will be required prior to employment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
