About the Role
The Natural Resources Director oversees natural resources and lands management programs for the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation (VGFN) in accordance with directives and priorities established by VGFN Chief and Council and the Management Committee. The position ensures operations of the Department comply with legislation and policy, are within approved budgets, and are in collaboration with community organizations, partners and Citizens. The Natural Resources Director also leads planning processes to align strategy with operations to deliver services in the best interest of VGFN Citizens. Reporting to the Associate Executive Director, some of the responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to;
· Departmental Oversight – Engages broadly with the Associate Executive Director, other VGFN Directors and Managers, and VGFN Council to identify lands and resources management needs to help inform the VGFN’s strategic plan, business plan and operating principles. Ensures services are accessible and responsive to Citizen needs and proactively identifies and manages risks, trends, and issues - particularly in relation to the Vuntut Gwitchin Final Agreement.
· Planning– Directs the delivery of lands and resources management, including engaging with Yukon and Federal governments to ensure external resourcing/expertise. Strategizes with Departments to align activities with the VGFN’s long-term vision and strategic plan.
· People Management - Manages direct reports and operations by establishing work plans with staff, evaluating activities and progress, addressing concerns, and communicating direction and expectations. Promotes capacity development through coaching, performance evaluation, encouraging individual development, and manages personnel issues and problem solving.
· Proposal Development - Submits plans and proposals for discussion and approval and supports policy review. Manages project stakeholders, planning, development and implementation. Ensures projects are completed within approved budgets and timeframes. Monitors agreements and ensures compliance with financial reporting requirements of funding agencies.
· Financial Management - Develops and allocates the Department’s annual budgets. Oversees contribution agreements and expenditures. Reviews variance reports with the Finance Department to identify projected shortages or surpluses to effectively manage financial resources and priorities.
· Governance - Provides leadership, implements and champions human resources, financial and administrative frameworks, policy, and strategy (as guided by the Directors of Human Resources and Finance). Prioritizes a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with legislation. Fosters a culture of ongoing receptivity to continual change to improve the operation and effectiveness of the VGFN.
· External Relations - Oversees or conducts public engagement and consultation sessions. Communicates information and facilitates community participation and feedback to inform problem solving, to improve services and to align Departmental actions and priorities. Responds to Citizen concerns as they arise.
Emergency Management - Responds to crisis situations of employees and Citizens and consults with appropriate parties to identify and achieve solutions.
Pay: $168,260.80-$207,090.45 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
