Supervisor – Lands and Resources Guardians

Job summary

Manage programs, staff, and policies to protect and sustain traditional territory lands, waters, and natural resources. Oversee resource use compliance, handle budgets, and negotiate land-use agreements and legal documentation.

Job details

Text Size Back to Job Board Supervisor – Lands and Resources Guardians Garden River First Nation Other POSTED: 20 hours ago Employer Garden River First Nation ES Job ID 8156 Closing Date September 18, 2026 Salary $41.16 Duration Full Time Job Description 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 How To Apply For a copy of the full job description please email [email protected] We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation in the application process may submit a request along with their application. By applying to this opportunity, you are confirming you possess either a Canadian Citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION REGISTERED MEMBERS. SELF-IDENTIFICATION IS ENCOURAGED. Interested applicants please forward letter of introduction and resume to [email protected] by: September 18, 2026 by 4:30 PM. Please include “LARD-SUP-2026-64” in the email subject line. Date Posted: September 8, 2026 DOWNLOAD PDF for job Supervisor – Lands and Resources Guardians APPLY NOW SIMILAR IN THIS SECTOR Mine General Foreperson (Mine Captain) Posted: Sep 04, 2026 View Mine General Foreperson (Mine Captain) - ID 0 Scoop Operators Posted: Sep 04, 2026 View Scoop Operators - ID 0 Construction Miners Posted: Sep 04, 2026 View Construction Miners - ID 0 Development Miners Posted: Sep 04, 2026 View Development Miners - ID 0 Back to Job Board Application Successful Thank you for your job application!

What you’ll do

Manage programs, staff, and policies to protect and sustain traditional territory lands, waters, and natural resources. Oversee resource use compliance, handle budgets, and negotiate land-use agreements and legal documentation.

Requirements

Requires a degree in Environmental Science, Forestry, or a related field with at least 3 years of experience in environmental assessment or project management. Must possess a valid driver's license, a clear CPIC, and knowledge of First Nation culture and traditions.

Listed skills

• Negotiation · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project Management
• Environmental Assessment
• GIS
• Team Management
• Land Use Planning
• Budget Preparation
• Negotiation
• Regulatory Frameworks
• Community Engagement
• Risk Assessment
• Compliance Management
• Natural Resource Management

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Government & Public Sector