Job Order Detail

Description

Duties and Obligations but not limited to:
-    Administer the Muskoday First Nation Land Code and related policies and procedures that may be set by Council and/or the Lands Advisory Committee (LAC).
-    Ensure compliance with the Land Code, Environmental Protection Plan and the Muskoday Land Use Plan
-    Obtain the highest and best use of the lands and resources.
-    In consultation with the LAC, recommend amendments to the Land Code.
-    Provide technical support and assist the Lands Advisory Committee and attend all meetings of the LAC
-    Handle member inquiries about land related issues.
-    Communicate with MFN Chief and Council about land governance issues.

Knowledge and Skills Required:
-    Completion of Bachelor's Degree in related field such as Resource Management, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning or a related subject matter.  Combination of education and experience will be considered;
-    First Nation history of land management.
-    Excellent oral and writing skills.
-    Excellent time management and organizational skills.
-    Contract law and management.
-    Local Government law and rules.
-    Principles of natural justice and mediation.
-    Thorough knowledge of "The Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management", "Transfer Agreement with Canada" and the "Muskoday First Nation Land Code".
-    Provincial and Federal environmental laws.
-    Real estate land practices which could be modified to support First Nation Land Governance; e.g. valuation and appraisal.
-    Computer literacy.
-    Negotiating skills, co-venture agreements.
-    Communication skills; relationship building and other people skills to address internal and external relationships.
-    Bookkeeping skills.
-    Land registry practices and policies.  
-    Be a self-starter and work independently and set priorities.
-    Maintain confidentiality.
-    Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
-    Adhere to Muskoday First Nation, Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy.