Details:
Located on the Northern tip of Vancouver Island, the Kwakiutl Indian Band is a rural community located in Tsaxis (approximately 10 minutes away from Port Hardy). The Kwakiutl Band Council offers a variety of programs, supports and services, including education, social development, housing, economics, fisheries, accounting, treaty negotiation, language, child and youth, and administrative management.
The Kwakiutl Band Council (KBC) is seeking a full-time permanent Fisheries Manager to join their team in Tsaxis, just outside of Port Hardy on Northern Vancouver Island.
The purpose of the Fisheries Manager’s position is, under the direction and guidance of the Band Manager, to oversee the overall activities of the KBC Fisheries Department in accordance with policies, agreements and related priorities set by the Kwakiutl Band Council (KBC). This includes overseeing all fisheries that are managed by KBC, including boats, licenses, related gear and associated fisheries staff and/or fishing crews.
In return for your commitment and passion, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary of $55,000-$65,000 per annum along with an excellent benefit package, which includes:
Medical, dental and vision coverage;
Pension plan;
Vacation negotiable for the right candidate; and
Relocation assistance for the right candidate.
Upon joining our team, you will find yourself welcomed into a team committed to a spirit of cooperation and openness and fostering a community-oriented cultural environment.
Qualifications & Experience:
As our ideal candidate, it is strongly preferred that you hold a university degree or diploma in biology or marine biology, resource management, environmental sciences or other related disciplines, or equivalent training and experience.
The Fisheries Manager holds a senior management position within the Kwakiutl Band and as such, the position requires:
Training and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a West Coast marine and freshwater fishery; 3 years experience is preferred;
Hands-on experience in vessel maintenance and operation (including regulatory requirements);
Strong knowledge of BC and Federal fisheries policies and management regimes;
The ability to manage field and vessel crews in an efficient, professional and fair manner;
Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, formal writing (such as briefing notes, strategy documents, work plans, etc.) and communication skills;
The ability to engage and work effectively with Kwakiutl community members and other stakeholders; and
Computer and technical writing ability.
A successful criminal records check is mandatory
Must have and maintain a valid BC Drivers License as a condition of employment and preferably have access to a reliable vehicle.