Supervisor – Lands and Resources Guardians

Employer

Garden River First Nation

Closing Date

September 18, 2026

Salary

$41.16

Duration

Full Time

ES Job ID

8156

Position: SUPERVISOR – Lands and Resources Guardians

Starting Range: Starting at $41.16 (Pending Education & Experience)

Monday to Friday - 35 hours per week

Location: 183 Noonday Dr, Garden River First Nation, ON

COME JOIN A GROWING AND DYNAMIC ORGANIZATION OFFERING REWARDING CAREERS AND A GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS COMMITTED TO MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR KETEGAUNSEEBEE.

Garden River First Nation, Lands and Resources Department has an obligation to its Citizens and Leadership to manage the lands and natural resources within the Garden River First Nation and its Traditional Territories. Its five key functions are: Community-based land use planning, Lands Management, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management, Compliance Management Please visit our website at Lands & Resources Department - Garden River First Nation to learn more.

Garden River First Nation is looking for a Supervisor of our Lands and Resources Guardians team. They will manage programs, staff, and policies that protect, plan, and sustain Garden River First Nation (GRFN) traditional territory lands, waters, and natural resources and will oversee resource use compliance, direct multi-disciplinary teams, handle budgets, and negotiate resource and land-use.

What You Will Do

- Responsible for project management
- Develop processes and risk assessment for projects




- Negotiate agreements with outside entities or partners,
- Develop, negotiate and process land lease agreements, sub-leases, permits, rights of way, additions to reserve proposals, allotments, transfers and other legal documentation
- Develop and implement community engagement sessions, information sessions, and attend meetings assigned
- Report non-compliance or collaboration concerns to the manager
- Preparation of annual budget and work plans

Required Skills

- Degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, or related field
- GIS experience an asset
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental assessment, project management, or related fields
- Proven experience in managing teams and coordinating projects
- Familiarity with environmental assessment methodologies and regulatory frameworks
- Knowledge, understanding and experience of First Nation culture, values, and traditions
- Clear CPIC required as a condition of employment and valid Drivers License
- Able to work outdoors for extended periods and occasional travel

Employment Equity and Diversity

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION REGISTERED MEMBERS. SELF-IDENTIFICATION IS ENCOURAGED.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation in the application process may submit a request along with their application.

By applying to this chance, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

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