Job Description
The primary responsibility of the Lands Technician is to provide fieldwork support the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation Lands Department operations. The Fieldwork Technician will plan and conduct the department’s fieldwork tasks which include land measuring, mapping, inspections, land use/inventory monitoring, summer work site monitoring, co-ordinating and carrying out special field projects, environmental prevention/mitigation remediation projects. The lands technician will plan, facilitate and/or partner on community land/water stewardship activities and informational campaigns as required and as resources allow.
Qualifications
- Post secondary certificate in resource management, life sciences, geography, environmental science or similar discipline.
- Demonstrated minimum (one) 1 year field work experience
- Competent with Microsoft software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and mapping software
- Ability to utilize a GPS and Compass
- Ability to safely operate an ATV vehicle and accessories
- Knowledge of functions and utilization of mapping software
- First Aid training, Bear Safety Training, ATV Safety training, Chainsaw Training, WHIIMIS training or ability/willingness to obtain
- Acceptable recent Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check
- Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ Drivers Licence
Equivalencies that include a combination of education and experience may be considered.
How to Apply
Submit cover letter and resume addressing qualifications outlined
Drop off or mail to: Administration Office, Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation, 135 Lakeshore Blvd. Neyaashiinigmiing, Ontario, N0H 2T0. Identify position applied for on outside of the envelope. Fax: 519.534.2130 E-mail: employment@nawash.ca For more information or to obtain a copy of the job description, please visit our website https://www.nawash.ca/employment-opportunities/ or by call the Band Office at 519.534.1689
· All applications are appreciated, however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. We strive to provide current CNUFN Employees and CNUFN Band Members with correspondence in regards to the status of their application/candidacy
· Preference will be given to CNUFN Band Members and those of Aboriginal decent who identify at time of application
· While COVID-19 vaccinations are not currently mandatory, they are encouraged for the safety of all employees, clients and community as a whole; a policy is in place, and accommodations are provided for those unvaccinated
· Due to the nature of positions, a recent acceptable Criminal Record and or Vulnerable Sector Check may be requested and paid by the Employer
