shishalh Nation Government District Manager

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The swiya of the shíshálh people lies between Queens Reach in Jervis Inlet and Howe Sound on the south coast of British Columbia. Historically there were four main settlements at kalpilin (Pender Harbour), ts’unay (Deserted Bay), xenichen (Jervis Inlet) and tewankw near Porpoise Bay. shíshálh Nation is committed to innovation in program and service delivery designed to assist our members and community to achieve greater independence, wellness and self-sufficiency. Foundational to our shared work is the protection, promotion and practice of shíshálh culture, language and laws within our swiya.

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The Position

Under the general direction of the Director of Divisional Services, the shishalh Nation Government District (sNGD) Manager will be responsible for the overall planning, coordination and control of the activities and business affairs of the shishalh Nation Government District. You will direct the preparation of plans and programs to be submitted to the Chief and Council for the construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of property and facilities and the development and improvement of services. This includes the financial functions of the shishalh Nation Government District, drafting required laws, managing the property tax process, and working with related government authorities outside the shishalh Nation Government District.

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Responsible for the overall efficient operation of the shishalh Nation Government District’s administration.
• Coordinate and oversee the implementation, management and evaluation of all bylaws and programs approved by the District Council.
• Organize, coordinate, and present to the District Council recommendations arising from administrative operations that require the District Council's approval and propose legislation or resolutions arising from such recommendations.
• Prepare laws for budget, tax rate, frontage taxes, and other similar laws, including related work for passage and administering laws.
• Review sNGD laws and recommend updating as necessary to keep current and meet District Council objectives; obtain legal advice for revisions.
• Maintain contact with local and provincial government representatives for general communication and problem-solving.

The Candidate

• A Master’s degree in Local Government or a similar specialization. Formal training in municipal administration, emphasizing the use of human and financial resources, and significant municipal management experience.
• Advanced organizational and managerial skills and staff development ability.
• A minimum of five (5) years of related experience in a First Nations or small municipal/local government environment, preferably with exposure to the development of property tax bylaws and municipal corporate officer functions; knowledge of regional district functions and requisitions; and/or experience working with government legislation, including researching and interpreting/applying various Acts.
• Practical competence with MS Outlook and Excel, with good skills in Word; familiarity with small to mid-range enterprise financial software.
• Ability to present proposals and recommendations clearly and logically in a public meeting.

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