EFN - Band Manager

Job summary

The Band Manager leads the planning, organization, and day-to-day operations of the ʔEsdilagh First Nation while ensuring fiscal responsibility. This role serves as the primary liaison between Chief and Council and administration, overseeing various departments and implementing strategic goals.

Job details

BAND MANAGER Classification: Full Time, Permanent Salary: $100,000 to $120,000 per annum Location: Quesnel, BC Deadline: Open until filled Summary Reporting directly to the Chief and Council, the Band Manager leads the planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of the overall management and day-to-day operations of the ʔEsdilagh First Nation (EFN). The Band Manager ensures overall fiscal responsibility and oversees the delivery of effective programs that meet the needs of the ʔEsdilagh community and its citizens. This position is the primary liaison between Chief and Council and Administration. The Band Manager also leads the Management Team and staff in operationalizing and implementing the strategic direction set by Chief and Council. Key Responsibilities LEADERSHIP AND OPERATIONS Oversee all operations and programs including Administration, Finance, Health, Lands, Education, Social Programs, Economic Development, Housing, Maintenance, and Trust Account Administration Lead the Management Team in operationalizing and implementing the strategic direction set by Chief and Council Ensure that effective policies are developed, implemented and followed with regard to Human Resources, Finance, Programs and Operations Ensure EFN programs and operations meet municipal, provincial and federal legislation as applicable Oversee Human Resources for the organization including policy, workforce planning, employee relations, recruiting & selection, performance management, employee development, and health and safety Communicates effectively and ensures clarity of management and staff roles and responsibilities Ensure staff have the tools, training and resources to accomplish their work Provide guidance and mentoring to employees and works to resolve any interpersonal issues between staff or with community members Manage organizational, team and individual employee performance Lead the Management Team to ensure a healthy and productive work environment where employees work together to achieve individual, departmental and EFN’s goals FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT Provide oversight ultimate responsibility for EFN’s finances including annual budget preparation, overall financial and cost controls, financial management and accountability. Ensure financial risks are mitigated Oversee and administers all contracts Work in collaboration with the finance staff to provide regular financial reports and updates to Chief and Council Ensure that all reporting requirements are met for external funders CHIEF AND COUNCIL Support the Council in the development of EFN’s strategic plan and goals Respond to Council requests for information Attend and provide advice and input at Council and committee meetings Make recommendations to Council for amendments to existing policy and development of new policy where required Provide reports and recommendations for changes or improvements to programs and services, infrastructure, capital projects and housing Ensure all Band Council Resolutions and documents are properly executed, recorded and filed COMMUNITY RELATIONS Build and maintain positive relationships with EFN citizens Assist members and respond to their inquiries/requests or delegates as appropriate to ensure members receive timely responses Ensure effective community engagement and communication EXTERNAL RELATIONS Negotiate, review and approve agreements, contracts and proposals as directed by Council Explore, review and pursue funding streams Manage strategies and processes for navigating and evaluating major projects that impact EFN Develop and maintain relationships with Federal, Provincial, and Municipal governments, and other agencies and organizations in the best interest of EFN Represent EFN at various meetings and other functions Other duties as assigned Requirements Masters in Business Management or related field Minimum of 5 years of progressively more responsible management within an Indigenous organization is required Criminal Records check and driver’s abstract Class 5 Driver’s license Familiarity with the Tŝilhqot’in, and Indigenous organizations would be an asset Working Conditions Travel may be required Ability to attend and conduct presentations Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and additional hardware Overtime as required Lifting or moving up to 10lbs may be required Please send a cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Mercedes Myers Senior HR Generalist Tŝilhqot’in National Government 1729 South Lakeside Drive Williams Lake, BC V2G 3A9 mmyers@tsilhqotin.ca Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Sechanalyagh to all who have applied. Due to the high volume of applications we receive on our job postings, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Band Manager leads the planning, organization, and day-to-day operations of the ʔEsdilagh First Nation while ensuring fiscal responsibility. This role serves as the primary liaison between Chief and Council and administration, overseeing various departments and implementing strategic goals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Business Management or a related field and possess at least 5 years of progressively responsible management experience within an Indigenous organization. A valid Class 5 driver's license and a clean criminal record check are also required.

Listed skills

• Budgeting · Preferred
• Policy development · Preferred
• Operations Management · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Contract Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Strategic planning
• Financial management
• Human resources management
• Budgeting
• Policy development
• Leadership
• Operations management
• Stakeholder engagement
• Contract negotiation
• Mentoring
• Performance management
• Project management
• Government relations
• Community relations
• Risk mitigation
• Reporting
• Annual Budget Preparation
• Employee Relations
• Accountability
• Community Relations
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Balanced Budgeting
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Communication
• Training And Development
• Economic Development
• Employee Performance Management
• Performance Management
• Finance
• External Relations
• Financial Management
• Financial Statements
• Fine Motor Skills
• Mentorship
• Operations
• Organizational Development
• Presentations
• Workforce Planning
• Abstract Class

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Human Resources
• Finance & Accounting
• Band Manager
• Emergency Management Director
• Environmental and Occupational Health and Hygiene Professionals
• Emergency Management Directors

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