Job opportunity
First Nation Lands Governance Manager
Trimark People Solutions
Lead Land Code implementation and land governance for Sqwá First Nation in Chilliwack, supporting transactions, stewardship, and community priorities.
This full-time, permanent Lands Manager reports to the Acting Director of Lands Governance. You will oversee land transactions, develop policies and laws, support governance decisions, and manage Lands Department operations. The role combines strategic planning, environmental stewardship, community engagement, and staff supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret Land Code requirements and ensure transaction compliance
Facilitate surveys, transfers, leases, licenses, and permits
Develop laws, policies, and departmental procedures
Advise Acting Director and Chief & Council
Supervise, train, mentor, and support departmental staff
Requirements:
Post-secondary degree in planning, environmental sciences, or related discipline preferred
Minimum two years’ land management experience preferred
Strong strategic planning, communication, and facilitation skills
Experience with budgeting, grants, and contribution agreements
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence required
Apply land governance, strategic planning, and relationship-building expertise while supporting Sqwá Lands, staff, and community decision-making.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply on source site This full-time, permanent Lands Manager reports to the Acting Director of Lands Governance. You will oversee land transactions, develop policies and laws, support governance decisions, and manage Lands Department operations. The role combines strategic planning, environmental stewardship, community engagement, and staff supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret Land Code requirements and ensure transaction compliance
Facilitate surveys, transfers, leases, licenses, and permits
Develop laws, policies, and departmental procedures
Advise Acting Director and Chief & Council
Supervise, train, mentor, and support departmental staff
Requirements:
Post-secondary degree in planning, environmental sciences, or related discipline preferred
Minimum two years’ land management experience preferred
Strong strategic planning, communication, and facilitation skills
Experience with budgeting, grants, and contribution agreements
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence required
Apply land governance, strategic planning, and relationship-building expertise while supporting Sqwá Lands, staff, and community decision-making.
#J-18808-Ljbffr