Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish nation with our land base situated in Tsawwassen, B.C. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect – this treaty was the first modern urban treaty in BC and the first treaty to be successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process. 

Tsawwassen First Nation also became a full member of Metro Vancouver, the first First Nation to do so.  We are now going through a period of revival and renewal as we plan our future and seek opportunities to sustain our growth physically, economically, and culturally, for present and future generations.

TFN has an exciting and immediate opportunity for a Natural Resources Enforcement Officer who is a self-motivated individual with knowledge and experience working with First Nations and Fisheries and Oceans Canada. This is a regular full-time position that will require weekend work.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Natural Resource Manager, you will provide support for Tsawwassen Laws and Regulations by performing fisheries and wildlife enforcement functions.
• You have the proven capacity to foster good relationships with the community, staff, and other First Nations or government agencies. 

Working Conditions:

• The majority of the work will be outdoors during the fishing, hunting, and gathering season. Offseason work is approximately 60% indoors performing administrative duties such as reports and record keeping.
• Some pulling and lifting up to 50 pounds will be required. Shoreline foot patrols will be required. Exposure to all weather conditions including on boat and on foot performing shoreline foot patrols while in uniform.

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• The successful candidate will have experience in Enforcement, Boat/Land Patrol. Working knowledge of the Fisheries, Wildlife, Migratory Birds, and Renewable Resources Act.
• An Aboriginal Fisheries Guardian Training Certificate is an asset or equivalent education and experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 or Class 7(N) Drivers License.

Deadline: October 7, 2022.

Wages:  TFN government provides a competitive salary (commensurate with experience); and an excellent benefits package including enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan.

We wish to thank all interested applicants; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.