Guardian - Forestry, Recreation, Lands

Alert Bay, BC, Canada

Salary: Level 13, Salary _ L13 - $50,651 - $59,095) per year, commensurate with experience · Full-time

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Pay: Salary: Level 13, Salary _ L13 - $50,651 - $59,095) per year, commensurate with experience
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 21, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 21, 2026

Original job description

Position Title: Guardian - Forestry, Recreation, Lands

Employer: 'Na̱mǥis First Nation

Location: Alert Bay, BC

Employment type: Full time _ on-site

Salary: Level 13, Salary _ L13 - $50,651 - $59,095) per year, commensurate with experience

Reports to: Director, Natural Resources

Posting closes: Until filled

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Director of Natural Resources (NR), the NR Stewardship Technician will be responsible for field activities related to 'Namgis natural resource management in lands, fisheries, forestry, water, and rights and title related activities.

REPORTS TO: Director of Natural Resources

Specific Responsibilities

Positively representing 'Namgis to members and the outside world in all activities.
Activity Recording and Data collection: most field activities will have a data collection component, some examples include: CMT surveys, marine surveys, brood stock, egg-takes. These activities must be tracked in supplied notebook.
Activity Reporting: you will frequently be asked to create.
Physical and biological assessments
Physical and biological sampling
Community relations and education
Safe operation and maintenance of equipment including vessels, all-terrain vehicles, trucks, trailers, etc.
General maintenance: gear, vehicles, facilities. All tools, vehicles and facilities are to meet safety standards of 'Namgis policies.
Undertake training as assigned.
Support new/temporary staff.
Other duties are as required by the Natural Resources Director, and/or the Administrator.

Skills & Experience Requirements

Ability to work in challenging marine and wilderness environments in a safe and efficient manner
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated competency with MS Office Software
Knowledge of 'Namgis culture

Education/Qualifications

Grade 8 or equivalent
Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence
Small Vessel Operator Proficiency - SVOP
Marine Emergency Duties
Basic First Aid
Swiftwater Rescue

Unusual Job Features

Various duties that include strenuous manual labour
Irregular work hours which may include overnight and weekends
Extensive outdoor work
May work in or near swift waters
Tasks often include travel by ferry and truck/boat to work site or as part of activities

How To Apply

Please submit the following:

your resume;
a brief cover letter describing your interest; and

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Responsibilities

The role involves conducting field activities for natural resource management across lands, fisheries, forestry, and water. Responsibilities include data collection, biological assessments, and the safe operation of vessels and vehicles.

Requirements

Candidates need a Grade 8 education, a valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence, and SVOP certification. Ability to work in challenging wilderness environments and knowledge of 'Namgis culture are required.

Skills

Data Collection
Physical and Biological Sampling
Community Relations
Equipment Maintenance
MS Office
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Vessel Operation
ATV Operation

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Keywords

Forestry
Natural Resource Management
Fisheries
CMT Surveys
Marine Surveys
SVOP
Marine Emergency Duties
Basic First Aid
Swiftwater Rescue
Environmental Stewardship
Biological Sampling
Wilderness Safety
BC Driver's Licence

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