Consultation Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
BE PART OF SOMETHING MEANINGFUL
The Squamish Nation is seeking an experienced and strategic Consultation Manager to join the Ta na wa Yúus ta Stitúyntsam̓ Rights and Title Department within Nexwníw̓mamin Ch'áwch'aw Territory & Culture Services.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rights and Title, the Consultation Manager is responsible for leading and advancing the Nation's referral management program while overseeing branch operations, team performance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives. This role serves as a key connection point between Squamish Nation departments, external governments, proponents, regulatory agencies, and community partners to ensure that the Nation's rights, title, environmental stewardship priorities, and cultural interests are meaningfully considered in development activities occurring within Squamish Territory.
This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and experienced leader who is passionate about Indigenous rights, environmental stewardship, consultation processes, and building strong relationships that support the long-term interests of Squamish Nation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Nation's referral management strategy.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and direct supervision to Referral Analysts and administrative support staff.
- Coordinate with managers and analysts to ensure referrals are thoroughly reviewed and addressed within established timelines.
- Lead project planning activities, including defining scope, establishing work plans, allocating resources, and developing budgets for complex referral projects.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators, program metrics, and reporting processes to measure effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
- Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure projects remain on track and within scope and budget.
- Manage referral-related budgets, expenditures, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and provide guidance to staff on compliance requirements.
- Lead employee recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, and development initiatives.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with government agencies, environmental organizations, proponents, consultants, legal counsel, and other external stakeholders.
- Coordinate contracts and agreements with external consultants and service providers as required.
- Support department-wide goals and strategic initiatives while contributing to the overall success of the Rights and Title team.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Business, Accounting, Finance, Applied Science, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is considered an asset.
- Equivalent combinations of education and extensive related experience may be considered.
- 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in referral management, community consultation, intergovernmental relations, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership experience with responsibility for employee supervision, performance management, and team development.
- Experience managing relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, environmental organizations, and public stakeholders.
- Experience developing and managing budgets, financial forecasts, expenditures, and reporting processes.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous Rights and Title, environmental legislation, regulatory processes, and consultation frameworks in British Columbia.
- Demonstrated project and program management experience, including managing multiple priorities and complex initiatives.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Highly organized with strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge and understanding of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and people is considered an asset.
WHY WORK WITH US
- Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
- Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
- Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
Salary: $100,033 - $150,050
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=231d694d-cd50-4fb7-82a6-dd0773e68b38&ccId=9200976969580_2&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=525291]are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose
About SQUAMISH NATION
THE NATION TODAY The Squamish Nation is a vibrant and dynamic Coast Salish Nation, with a strong culture, rich history and bright future.
The Squamish Nation has existed and prospered within our traditional territory since time immemorial. We are Coast Salish people. Our language is the Squamish language. Our society is, and always has been, organized and sophisticated, with complex laws and rules governing all forms of social relations, economic rights and relations with other First Nations. We have never ceded or surrendered title to our lands, rights to our resources or the power to make decisions within our territory.
The modern era of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw was declared on July 23, 1923 through the “Prayer of Amalgamation.” This was the result of eight years of discussion, planning and a legal agreement signed by the 16 Skwxwú7mesh Chiefs. This document was the instrument to declare that the traditional governance of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw, our People and lands, is still in place. The hard working Squamish Nation people of the time laid the groundwork for the growth and development of the society we enjoy today.
The Skwxwú7mesh stelmexw (Squamish People) continue to reside in the area now described as the lower Mainland of British Columbia. The largest proportion of Squamish Nation members reside on several urban reserves in the city of Vancouver, North and West Vancouver and the municipality of Squamish, B.C.
The Nation’s population is scattered among nine communities stretching from North Vancouver to the northern area of Howe Sound. Over 60% of the more than 3,600 Squamish Nation members live on-reserve and membership is determined by guidelines set out in the Squamish Nation Membership Code.
ECONOMIC ACTIVITY The Squamish Nation is a leader in the field of First Nations economic development. The Squamish Nation’s sources of revenue are taxation, leases and Squamish-owned businesses, such as:
Mosquito Creek Marina Lynnwood Marina North Vancouver Smoke Shop at Mosquito Creek Squamish Valley Gas LP Superstore Gas Bar, North Vancouver Capilano River RV Park, West Vancouver Northwest Squamish Forestry LP The Park Royal Shopping Centre, International Plaza, and Greater Vancouver Storage Sewage Plant, are a few examples of existing tenants on Squamish Nation lands.
In addition to revenue generated from existing leases and businesses, the Squamish Nation plans to develop various parcels of lands, including proposed developments at Seymour, Capilano, Kitsilano, Chekwelp and Stawamus. Proceeds from new developments will support ongoing programs and services for Squamish Nation membership, as well as acquire new lands, provide infrastructure, and provide finance options for member housing.
TREATY NEGOTIATIONS From the time of the arrival of the first Europeans in the Lower Mainland area, the Squamish Nation has asserted our right to the land and resources in the territories that we have inhabited for thousands of years.
The Squamish Nation is seeking a resolution for the long outstanding claim to our traditional territories. Squamish Nation’s Statement of Intent to negotiate was accepted by the British Columbia Treaty Commission December, 1993. This is the first of six stages of the British Columbia Treaty Commission’s process. Presently, Squamish Nation is in the third stage of the process.
Similar Jobs
Consultation Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
BE PART OF SOMETHING MEANINGFUL
The Squamish Nation is seeking an experienced and strategic Consultation Manager to join the Ta na wa Yúus ta Stitúyntsam̓ Rights and Title Department within Nexwníw̓mamin Ch'áwch'aw Territory & Culture Services.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Rights and Title, the Consultation Manager is responsible for leading and advancing the Nation's referral management program while overseeing branch operations, team performance, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives. This role serves as a key connection point between Squamish Nation departments, external governments, proponents, regulatory agencies, and community partners to ensure that the Nation's rights, title, environmental stewardship priorities, and cultural interests are meaningfully considered in development activities occurring within Squamish Territory.
This is an exciting opportunity for a collaborative and experienced leader who is passionate about Indigenous rights, environmental stewardship, consultation processes, and building strong relationships that support the long-term interests of Squamish Nation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Nation's referral management strategy.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and direct supervision to Referral Analysts and administrative support staff.
- Coordinate with managers and analysts to ensure referrals are thoroughly reviewed and addressed within established timelines.
- Lead project planning activities, including defining scope, establishing work plans, allocating resources, and developing budgets for complex referral projects.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators, program metrics, and reporting processes to measure effectiveness and support continuous improvement.
- Identify program risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure projects remain on track and within scope and budget.
- Manage referral-related budgets, expenditures, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
- Monitor regulatory and legislative developments and provide guidance to staff on compliance requirements.
- Lead employee recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, performance management, and development initiatives.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with government agencies, environmental organizations, proponents, consultants, legal counsel, and other external stakeholders.
- Coordinate contracts and agreements with external consultants and service providers as required.
- Support department-wide goals and strategic initiatives while contributing to the overall success of the Rights and Title team.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Business, Accounting, Finance, Applied Science, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree in Business Administration or a related field is considered an asset.
- Equivalent combinations of education and extensive related experience may be considered.
- 7 to 10 years of progressive experience in referral management, community consultation, intergovernmental relations, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of leadership experience with responsibility for employee supervision, performance management, and team development.
- Experience managing relationships with government agencies, regulatory bodies, environmental organizations, and public stakeholders.
- Experience developing and managing budgets, financial forecasts, expenditures, and reporting processes.
- Strong understanding of Indigenous Rights and Title, environmental legislation, regulatory processes, and consultation frameworks in British Columbia.
- Demonstrated project and program management experience, including managing multiple priorities and complex initiatives.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Highly organized with strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
- Knowledge and understanding of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw history, culture, customs, land, and people is considered an asset.
WHY WORK WITH US
- Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
- Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
- Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
Salary: $100,033 - $150,050
Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We [https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=231d694d-cd50-4fb7-82a6-dd0773e68b38&ccId=9200976969580_2&lang=en_CA&selectedMenuKey=CareerCenter&jobId=525291]are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.
Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.
Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose
About SQUAMISH NATION
THE NATION TODAY The Squamish Nation is a vibrant and dynamic Coast Salish Nation, with a strong culture, rich history and bright future.
The Squamish Nation has existed and prospered within our traditional territory since time immemorial. We are Coast Salish people. Our language is the Squamish language. Our society is, and always has been, organized and sophisticated, with complex laws and rules governing all forms of social relations, economic rights and relations with other First Nations. We have never ceded or surrendered title to our lands, rights to our resources or the power to make decisions within our territory.
The modern era of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw was declared on July 23, 1923 through the “Prayer of Amalgamation.” This was the result of eight years of discussion, planning and a legal agreement signed by the 16 Skwxwú7mesh Chiefs. This document was the instrument to declare that the traditional governance of Skwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw, our People and lands, is still in place. The hard working Squamish Nation people of the time laid the groundwork for the growth and development of the society we enjoy today.
The Skwxwú7mesh stelmexw (Squamish People) continue to reside in the area now described as the lower Mainland of British Columbia. The largest proportion of Squamish Nation members reside on several urban reserves in the city of Vancouver, North and West Vancouver and the municipality of Squamish, B.C.
The Nation’s population is scattered among nine communities stretching from North Vancouver to the northern area of Howe Sound. Over 60% of the more than 3,600 Squamish Nation members live on-reserve and membership is determined by guidelines set out in the Squamish Nation Membership Code.
ECONOMIC ACTIVITY The Squamish Nation is a leader in the field of First Nations economic development. The Squamish Nation’s sources of revenue are taxation, leases and Squamish-owned businesses, such as:
Mosquito Creek Marina Lynnwood Marina North Vancouver Smoke Shop at Mosquito Creek Squamish Valley Gas LP Superstore Gas Bar, North Vancouver Capilano River RV Park, West Vancouver Northwest Squamish Forestry LP The Park Royal Shopping Centre, International Plaza, and Greater Vancouver Storage Sewage Plant, are a few examples of existing tenants on Squamish Nation lands.
In addition to revenue generated from existing leases and businesses, the Squamish Nation plans to develop various parcels of lands, including proposed developments at Seymour, Capilano, Kitsilano, Chekwelp and Stawamus. Proceeds from new developments will support ongoing programs and services for Squamish Nation membership, as well as acquire new lands, provide infrastructure, and provide finance options for member housing.
TREATY NEGOTIATIONS From the time of the arrival of the first Europeans in the Lower Mainland area, the Squamish Nation has asserted our right to the land and resources in the territories that we have inhabited for thousands of years.
The Squamish Nation is seeking a resolution for the long outstanding claim to our traditional territories. Squamish Nation’s Statement of Intent to negotiate was accepted by the British Columbia Treaty Commission December, 1993. This is the first of six stages of the British Columbia Treaty Commission’s process. Presently, Squamish Nation is in the third stage of the process.