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Islands Trust Conservancy Mgr
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September 17, 2024
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Islands Trust
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Islands Trust Conservancy MgrPosting TitleBAND 3 - Islands Trust Conservancy MgrPosition ClassificationBAND 3UnionN/AWork OptionsHybridLocationVictoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)Salary Range$88,700.23 - $125,700.07 annuallyClose Date9/30/2024Job TypeTemporary (Auxiliary)Temporary End Date9/26/2025Ministry/OrganizationBC Public Service -> Municipal AffairsMinistry Branch / DivisionIslands TrustJob SummaryIslands Trust Conservancy ManagerBand 3It?s Time to Preserve and ProtectLocated in Coast Salish territory, the Islands Trust is a federated body responsible for protecting the unique amenities and environment of 13 major islands and more than 450 smaller islands and surrounding waters in the Salish Sea.Created by the Province via the Islands Trust Act, Islands Trust plans and regulates local land use, advocates on key environmental issues impacting the area, and protects land through the Islands Trust Conservancy. Islands Trust works closely with other government agencies, First Nations, and conservation groups to accomplish its mandate.The Islands Trust Conservancy, created under the Islands Trust Act, provides land conservation and land management services to further the mandate of the Islands Trust. The Islands Trust Conservancy Board can accept land, conservation covenants, and other financial contributions from individuals, corporate donors, and government and is responsible for the management and disposition of the lands and funds it holds.JOB OVERVIEWThe Islands Trust Conservancy is a stand-alone work unit providing land conservation and land management services and managing various funds for conservation purposes. The Conservancy Manager ensures the work unit?s organizational effectiveness including delivery of all aspects of the Islands Trust Conservancy?s Regional Conservation Plan, Five Year Plan and Board policies and direction. The Conservancy Manager leads the work unit in day-to-day operations including program and financial management, supervision of staff and program evaluation. The Conservancy Manager provides senior level advice to management, staff, the Islands Trust Conservancy Board, and others as appropriate, regarding the Conservancy?s conservation planning, securement of lands and interests in land, land conservation and management, fund development/fundraising for conservation, and communication programs.As a senior professional, the Conservancy Manager protects the Islands Trust Conservancy Board from liability by providing the Board with sound advice on financial, legal, policy and risk management issues, including changes to Canadian land trust standards and practices; and changes to fundraising regulations. The Manager consults with the Director of Trust Area Services and Chief Administrative Officer to establish strategic direction and initiatives for the Board.The Manager is also responsible for the development of confidential policy initiatives for the benefit of both the Islands Trust Council and the Board. The Manager also prepares and monitors the Islands Trust Conservancy's annual budget. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:Minimum of undergraduate University degree in environmental studies, resource management, public administration or related field. Five years experience in the last ten years managing programs in several of the following areas: protected area planning, land acquisition/covenant negotiation, fundraising, policy development, and/or protected area management. Demonstrated success at the hiring and supervision of professional staff. Demonstrated ability to provide professional advice and recommendations to elected or volunteer boards. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Valid Class 5 BC Drivers? License. Preference may be given to candidates with:Post-graduate degree in environmental studies, resource management, public administration or related field. Experience working with First Nations on land conservation issues and projec
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LocationVictoria, BC
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Workplace information
On site
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Salary$88,700.23YEAR annually
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Terms of employment
Term or contractFull time
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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CivicJobs.ca
#98017
Advertised until
2024-09-30
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