Lands & Resources Officer

Lands & Resources Officer

Lands & Resources | Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government

Classification: Band 4 - Coordinator / Technician

Reports To: Stewardship Program Manager

Supervises: None

Location: Ucluelet, BC (field-based across Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ territory)

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary Band: Band 4 ($56,182 – $84,272 · $28.81 – $43.22/hr)

POSITION PURPOSE

The Lands and Resources Officer provides marine and land-based services to the Department of Lands and Resources, including patrolling Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ waters and lands, fisheries and wildlife monitoring and reporting, liaising with other government agencies, and other duties in support of the Department. Overall responsibilities are aimed at protecting Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ's marine and land-based resources.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Patrol & Monitoring

• Supports the development, implementation and monitoring of the Department of Lands and Resources strategic and operating plans.
• Performs routine marine and land-based patrols of the Maa-nulth Domestic Harvest Area (MDHA), monitoring, recording and reporting all harvest activities within it.
• Conducts fish and wildlife monitoring and data collection - including swim counts, stream walks, juvenile salmon trapping, and deer and elk surveys - with sampling and data entry for department programs.
• Conducts domestic catch, wildlife and migratory bird harvest reporting using the Maa-nulth Electronic Reporting Program (MERP), and works with the department, other Nations and DFO staff on catch monitoring activities.
• Manages fisheries activities in a responsible and sustainable manner in accordance with the laws and regulations of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Government, and works to increase community participation in fisheries-related activities.
• Carries out resource assessments and makes recommendations to the assigning manager.

Compliance & Enforcement

• Attends training towards and, if appointed, enforces and investigates violations of relevant lands and resources legislation - including the Lands Act and Environmental Protection Act - as directed by the assigning manager.
• Liaises with regulatory agencies (e.g., DFO, Conservation Officers, RCMP) and maintains good standing with applicable federal and provincial requirements for resource harvesting and environmental regulations.
• Assists to ensure all Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ resource harvesting activities are conducted in safe and appropriate conditions.
• Responds to emergency situations and on-call duty, including weekends and holidays.

Technical Advisory

• Serves as technical advisor on monitoring technologies - such as AIS systems and camera technologies - for the management of resource harvesters.
• Serves as technical advisor on natural resource harvesting management, including enforcement objectives and input into fishing contracts and harvesting permits to close gaps and openings that could lead to exploitation.

Administration & Collaboration

• Ensures all records are current, accurate and filed in accordance with generally accepted office procedures, and prepares resource harvesting and other reports as directed by the assigning manager.
• Appointed and responsible for the maintenance and repair of department assets (e.g., boats, trucks, forklift), keeping all equipment in good working order according to the maintenance schedule.
• Keeps the assigning manager informed of sensitive and important issues regarding marine and land-based resources.
• Attends department, committee and staff meetings and training as required, and works with other departments and team members in support of land-based programming and youth and elder workshops.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Grade 12 Diploma
• SVOP, MED-A3 and ROC-M required to fulfill job duties
• Experience in fisheries-related activities and traditional harvesting; knowledge of land and resource issues, legislation and regulations affecting First Nations
• Current Class 5 BC Driver's Licence
• Satisfactory criminal records check

Preferred:

• Courses towards or completion of the First Nations' Fisheries Technologist Diploma Program (FNFTDP) and/or Aboriginal Fisheries Officer phases 1, 2 and 3
• First Aid Certificate; Wilderness First Aid and Swiftwater Rescue Technician are assets; experience in enforcement strongly preferred

CORE COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge of fisheries and wildlife management, with up-to-date knowledge of related government regulations
• Ability to understand, interpret and present legal documents to audiences with a range of understanding
• Excellent listening, communication and interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution
• Good research and report writing skills, with strong planning and organizational ability
• Ability to follow and role-model safe work procedures
• Excellent client service skills: friendly, positive, responsive and professional
• Intermediate computer skills, including MS Office, and ability to keep up to date with lands and resource management technology
• Able to work independently and within a collaborative team, with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor settings in all weather conditions
• Must follow safe work and check-in procedures during field work, with the physical ability to walk on uneven terrain
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and flexible hours as required to respond to emergencies
• Occasional travel to attend meetings is required

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and understanding of Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ community needs, culture, language and customs
• Strong cultural sensitivity and understanding; able to build strong business and community relationships
• Genuine respect for Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ traditions, culture, and protocols

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive base salary
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits (applicable from day one!)
• Enrolment into Municipal Pension Plan
• 4-weeks' paid vacation (with incremental increases for years of service)
• Paid personal and flex day
• Paid days off during the Christmas break
• Hybrid work arrangements (subject to operational requirements)

Please note: eligibility for the benefits and programs listed above varies by employment type, schedule, and applicable program criteria. The specific benefits and programs accessible to the successful candidate will be discussed during the interview process. 

This job description is intended to convey the general nature and level of work expected. YG reserves the right to amend and update responsibilities to meet operational needs. Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ citizens are encouraged to apply.

Direct reports and reporting relationships reflect the current structure of the organization. They may change over time in support of the needs of the work and organizational outcomes, and any change will be confirmed with the affected employee.