Heritage Resources Officer | Part Time

POSITION: Heritage Resources Officer
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
SUPERVISOR: Lands Manager
HOURS: 15 hours per week TERM: Part-time Permanent LOCATION: New Aiyansh / Hlgu Isgwit, BC
JOB SUMMARY: Supports the Lands and Resources Directorate in the planning of, and management of, Nisga’a heritage resource assets. Researches and reports on heritage resource related matters and provides timely and accurate information for decision making purposes.

DUTIES:

• Supports planning, management and maintenance of Heritage Resources on Nisga’a Lands, including but not limited to the Hlgu
  Isgwit Hot Springs site
• Protects the heritage site and cultural landscape features
• Conducts site inspections
• At the Hlgu Isgwit site:
• Implements the site reservation and fee collection processes
• Ensures the site is kept clean, safe, and that snow is cleared from all boardwalk and pool areas
• Supports archaeological impact studies on Nisga’a Lands and outside of Nisga’a Lands
• Participates in archaeological studies conducted by archaeological companies
• Prepares background reports and maps
• Supports planning and land management processes for Nisga’a Lands, land assets, and Nisga’a Interests outside of Nisga’a Lands
• Undertakes project specific land and heritage resource management tasks
• Other duties as required
  
  QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE:
• Excellent organizational and communication skills;
• Computer literacy;
• Familiarity with the Nass Valley and Nisga’a culture;
• Valid B.C. Driver’s license;
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the job.
  
  OTHER:
• 3 recent work related references will be required;
• Valid BC Class 5 Drivers License with current abstract is essential as extensive travel may be required
• Applicants must be able to work in Canada
  
  Applicants are required to submit resume with cover letter describing their qualifications and experience prior to 5:00 pm April 9, 2026.. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted. Please be advised social media checks are part of the
  recruiting process.