Planner, Land Code Governance

• Location - Western Canada Preferred, to be determined based on the successful candidate.

Applicants meeting the essential criteria outlined below will be placed in a pool of partially assessed qualified candidates for consideration for future vacancies. Applications will be kept on file for a period of up to one year.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Reporting directly to the Manager, Land Code Governance, the Planner, is an RC's "in-house" land use planning advisor. The incumbent will assist the LAB, the RC, RC senior staff and operational and developmental First Nations to fulfill their responsibilities under the Framework Agreement. The incumbent’s responsibilities rest in four main areas:

• Assist with the development of strategies for improving land use planning under the Framework Agreement for operational First Nations.
• Assisting with the delivery of the RC's Land Use Planning Funding Initiative.
• Building capacity directly with operational First Nations, as well as developing and advising the RC capacity building and professional development strategy.
• Advising the RC on land use planning related matters.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• University or other post-secondary education, preferably at the advanced degree level in land use planning or a related field;
• Member in good standing of a professional planning designation group (Canadian Institute of Planners certification, or eligibility for certification);
• Experience developing land use or other community development plans;
• Experience working with First Nation communities; and
• Experience working with multiple stakeholders on horizontal files, public speaking and the delivery of training.
• Experience in coordinating or reviewing various types of development proposals in accordance with a community’s land development review process and procedure.

The following essential requirements will be assessed at a later date, either through an interview, written assessment and reference checks:

• Good understanding of the Framework Agreement on First Nation Lands Management.
• Knowledge of land and environment issues affecting First Nations in Canada.
• Understanding of federal legislation affecting First Nations' reserve land management.
• Knowledge of various land management challenges (legislative & capacity gaps, contamination, climate change, land development) within First Nations context;
• Understanding of First Nations culture.
• Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with software programs such as Adobe Suite, Microsoft office and various virtual meeting platforms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing for a variety of audiences.
• Effective interpersonal relationships.
• Tact and Good judgment.

ASSETS

If you meet any of the following, please explain how you meet these asset criteria.

OTHER

• Must be willing to travel.
• Candidates must possess a valid Driver's Licence and have access to a reliable personal vehicle.
• Candidates must work from a home office environment and be centrally located to facilitate travel.

PREFERENCE -Due to the amount of work with First Nation communities, preference may be given to candidates with First Nations Ancestry.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Satisfactory criminal records check and education verification.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A competitive salary (starting at $77,000 annually; starting salary is based on experience and education).
• 3 weeks paid vacation time.
• An opportunity to work from a home office setting.
• A comprehensive benefits package consisting of paid sick leave, extended health, and dental coverage as well as access to short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Access 24/7 to an employee assistance program.
• Ability to participate in an employee savings (TFSA/RSP) program.
• Education allowance and access to annual education leave.