Lands Assistant

ABOUT WILLIAMS LAKE FIRST NATION (WLFN)

The Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN), or the T’exelcemc (people of WLFN) have belonged to the Secwepemc (or Shuswap) Nation for over 6500 years. Today, the WLFN community includes a growing population of over 800 registered members who live on reserve in Sugar Cane, in nearby Williams Lake, BC, and across the globe. 

We are Culturally Centered, Future Focused. WLFN provides staff with an excellent benefits package, RSP matching up to 8%, 3 weeks' vacation upon completion of probationary period, and many other benefits. 

Deadline for Applications: Open until filled. 

POSITION

The Lands Assistant organizes and provides administrative support to the Lands Office. The Lands Assistant will also manage Lands & Environment projects, as well as Lands Monitoring programs/projects. The Lands Assistant will report to the Lands Manager.

Employment Type

Term - September 2025 – November 13th, 2026, 35 hours per week.

Probation Period

3 months from the date of hire.

Education Required

• Degree or certificate/Diploma in Natural Resources Sciences or Environmental Management/Monitoring.

Experience Required

• Three to five years of land & resource experience in a similar position, or related experience.

Overtime Status

Non-exempt

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinates and organizes Lands office – filing and administrative tasks.


2. Takes the lead in management of the Lands Registration – registration of documents and organization of documents and ensuring all documents are properly saved and backed up.


3. Compilation of Lands Manual documents and their organization.


4. Takes the lead in developing a Land Monitoring program for all WLFN Lands.


5. Consults and liaises with other lands & resources experts to share information and to potentially formulate joint special projects which would enhance the delivery of existing programs and services.


6. Assists the Lands Manager in Lands Policy and Law Development.


7. Participate in various community support, council and committee meetings as requested.


8. Organization of meetings – catering, taking minutes, preparation of materials for meetings.


9. Maintain open communications with the WLFN team.


10. Supports the mission, vision, and values of Williams Lake First Nation.


11. Contributes to the WLFN’s ongoing success by accomplishing other duties as required or assigned.

The duties listed are provided as examples of area of responsibility and are not intended to create limits to responsibility but to help understand the scope of the position. All staff are expected to be team oriented and maintain confidentiality of all information gained while working with the organization.

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

We thank all those individuals who applied. Given the large number of applicants we receive for our job postings, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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