Land Code Advisor
Job No:
AQAM202348
Location:
Cranbrook, BC
About ʔaq̓am.
ʔaq̓am is a member Community of the Ktunaxa Nation (pronounced ‘k-too-nah-ha’). ʔaq̓am Organization 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 ʔaq̓am Organization works together to achieve our strategic plan – “ka kniⱡwityaⱡa ~ Our Thinking”, and continue to progress and move our Community forward.
ʔaq̓am is located in the beautiful, sunny centre of Ktunaxa Traditional Territory in the southeast corner of British Columbia. If you love the outdoors, the mountains, fresh air, and the sun, this is the place for you. We are here to work towards achieving ʔaq̓am’s Vision: “A vibrant, healthy community, speaking our language, governing effectively, and maximizing our lands and resources for the benefit of future generations and all living things, in a manner consistent with qanikitȼi (our values and principles).” Be a part of an excellent team, perform meaningful work that will realize long-term benefits, share in worthwhile accomplishments, celebrate successes, join in the camaraderie, build strong relationships and enjoy lifelong learning!
About the Opportunity
The Land Code Advisor is responsible for managing the planning, implementation and administration of the ʔaq̓am Amended Land Code, according to natural law and qanikitȼi (ʔaq̓am values and principles) for the use and benefit of all ʔaq̓amnik̓ (ʔaq̓am people present and future generations). A major function of this position is to facilitate the development of laws, policy and procedure arising from ʔaq̓am Amended Land Code. This position is critical in in achieving goals and objectives as set out in ka kniⱡwitiyaⱡa.
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for law approval processes under ʔaq̓am Land Code as directed by Chief and Council.
- Ensures organizational compliance with ʔaq̓am Amended Land Code.
- Researches and stays informed of pertinent information and developments in areas such as First Nation Environmental Protection laws and regulations and or Canadian Environmental Protection laws and regulations.
- Works closely with Staff, Leadership and the Lands Committee to communicate Land Code development initiatives and lead Community engagement and consultation efforts.
- Works collaboratively with external partners to implement Land Code initiatives. Partners may include (but are not limited to): Lands Advisory Board Resource Centre, Indigenous Services Canada, the Ktunaxa Nation Council and other Land Code communities.
- Drafts leases, permits, licenses, easements and right-of-ways to support ʔaq̓am and ʔaq̓amnik̓ operated initiatives.
- Helps ʔaq̓amnik̓ interpret and complete forms within the Lands Management Manual.
- Ensure land instruments are recorded in an accurate and timely manner within the First Nations Lands Registry.
- Provides, as required, communications to ʔaq̓amnik̓ as specified under Land Code.
- Represent the interests of ʔaq̓am in the negotiation and drafting of lease/license/permits/easement agreements where ʔaq̓am is the leaser, permitter, etc.
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More About You
The successful candidate holds a minimum of a Bachelors and/or Masters in Planning, Land/Resource Management, Law, Public Administration, Policy or a related field with 3 years’ experience in a similar role, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, policy and law development and land and resource development is preferred. Project management experience would be an asset as well as demonstrated knowledge of Ktunaxa/Indigenous people and Ktunaxa/Indigenous culture. We are seeking a strategic, analytical thinker with a Community focused approach who will take initiative to prioritize multiple projects with a high degree of ethics, confidentiality and integrity. You must have a clear Criminal Record and provide proof of such as well as provision of a clean driver’s abstract and a Valid Class 5 license.
Salary will commensurate with experience from a range ($78,000 to $111,000 per year) and includes a favorable benefits package and pension plan.
The position will be open until Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 4:00 pm. Preference will be given to candidates of Ktunaxa or other Indigenous ancestry and ʔaq̓am encourages applicants to self-identify within your application.
Thank you to all those that apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
