Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: MANAGER, LANDS Reports to: Director, Natural Resources Supervision of: Land Code Coordinator Lands Clerk Planner & Permitting Coordinator Environmental Compliance Coordinator Job Overview Reporting to the Director, Natural Resources, the Manager, Lands is responsible for the leadership and oversight of the Haisla Nation Council's reserve lands program.

The position leads the administration and implementation of the Haisla Land Code, Haisla Nation land laws, policies, procedures, and land instruments applicable to Haisla reserve lands. Responsibilities include reserve land use planning, land interests and registrations, surveys, leasing, permitting, development review and approvals, compliance and enforcement, records management, and other reserve land administration functions.

The Manager, Lands works closely with Haisla Nation leadership, members, departments, legal and technical advisors, and the Lands Advisory Board Resource Centre (LABRC) to support effective, transparent, and culturally grounded management of Haisla reserve lands. The Manager, Lands is responsible for the leadership, management, and supervision of the Planning & Development Officer, Environmental Compliance Coordinator, Lands Clerk, and Land Code Coordinator.

Organizational Status The Haisla Nation is the band government of the Haisla people. Our mission is to build a powerful, prosperous and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit.

We believe in building a strong and thriving community, with healthy and happy members and a sustained and prosperous environment. We are about 1962 people, with approximately 532 living in Haisla (Kitamaat Village). We have lived off the land and waters of our traditional territory for thousands of years,



and it remains the focus of all we do. Duties & Responsibilities Program Leadership: The Manager, Lands supports the reserve lands program in achieving strategic and operational objectives.

Work with the Director, Natural Resources to develop and implement reserve land use plans, laws, policies, and procedures consistent with the Haisla Land Code and organizational priorities. Support the implementation of appropriate monitoring and evaluation frameworks for all departmental deliverables to drive continuous improvement and impact of the Haisla Nation Council's services. Implement program policies and procedures. Ensure all required reporting is completed accurately and on time.

Monitor and report on reserve land use trends, risks, and opportunities, providing strategic advice to leadership on matters within the reserve lands program's mandate.

Program Operations: The Manager, Lands oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the reserve lands program. Oversee the daily operations of the reserve lands program, including all projects, applications, registrations, and initiatives within the portfolio. Ensure reserve land administration is consistent with the Haisla Land Code, Haisla Nation land laws, applicable federal requirements, policies and procedures, and qualified standards.

Work with program staff to gather, maintain, and input current and historical reserve land information into land registry,



records management, and GIS systems. Maintain accurate records of reserve land interests and instruments, including allotments or certificates of possession, leases, permits, licences, easements, surveys, and related documents.

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of reserve land records and registrations within Haisla Nation Council's jurisdiction, addressing administrative matters related to interests, surveys, boundaries, encumbrances, and land instruments. Work with legal advisors, surveyors, federal officials, LABRC, and other technical specialists to resolve reserve land administration issues and support the creation, registration, and management of land interests.

Proactively evaluate the individual and overall performance of the Haisla Nation Council's reserve lands projects and services on a regular and ongoing basis; use collected data and information to make needed improvements.

Financial Management: The Manager, Lands manages the program's budgets, ensuring sound financial management. Manage and oversee program budgets and reporting requirements. Direct program staff in maintaining appropriate fiscal controls to ensure operations are within the scope of the annual budget. Support the allocation of funds and forecasting. Ensure program activities are in compliance with policies, procedures, and legal standards.

People Leadership: The Manager, Lands supports the capacity and capability of their direct reports, including their professional development. The Manager, Lands is a resource and mentor to the team, providing guidance and direction on risks, issues, or problems to ensure services achieve intended benefits and meet expectations. Foster a respectful wo

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