POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Community Infrastructure provides strategic leadership and oversight for the planning, development and implementation of projects, new builds, maintenance and delivery of community infrastructure. We are seeking a Director of Community Infrastructure to ensure our community infrastructure meets the needs of present and future generations while upholding environmental stewardship and cultural integrity.
Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Community Infrastructure is responsible for budgeting, planning, resource allocation, land stewardship, and service delivery in alignment with community needs and organizational goals. This role involves overseeing capital and maintenance plans, directing teams and ensuring compliance with regulations and funding agreements. The Director fosters a positive work environment in an empathetic and compassionate manner and promotes a culture of continuous improvement to enhance service quality.

EXPERIENCE

• 10+ years’ experience working with First Nations communities in an infrastructure or housing capacity with extensive experience in building practices, infrastructure management, construction, or civil engineering.
• 8+ years’ experience with personnel management.
• 8+ years’ experience overseeing full cycle financial management.
• Demonstrated experience writing proposals to secure as well as maintain funding for programs and services. Including understating of funding processes, grant applications, and regulatory compliance. Thorough knowledge of key federal, provincial, and other funding sources, including the programming and report requirements of the Indigenous Service Canada and other Government Agencies.
• Proven leadership experience in managing teams, budgets, and large-scale projects.
• Experience developing performance indicators, milestones, short- and long-term goals.

GOVERNANCE, REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Ensure timely and accessible reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, Chief and Council, and the community.
• Provide leadership and advice to Committees as needed, including Emergency Preparedness, Housing, Public Works, Capital, and Community Infrastructure related committees.
• Act as a key contact for concerns or complaints from community members or employees related to Community Infrastructure, resolving issues collaboratively and in alignment with Sq’éwqel’s laws and policies.
• Positions within the Director’s Team are considered positions of trust and have a high level of ethical accountability and responsibility.
• Engage in interdepartmental collaboration and community relations, ensuring that services are delivered professionally, equitably, and in a culturally responsive manner.
• As a key member of the Directors Team, the Director will work closely with leadership to develop strategic initiatives, promote community engagement, and uphold Seabird Island’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure development.
• This position may provide reports, agenda items, or be present as an expert in their field of work for related committees.
• This position may act as an advisor or member of the Seabird Island Emergency Operations Centre.
• This position collaborates with District of Kent for fire emergency services.

OTHER DUTIES

• Implement directives of the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Act as an advocate on behalf of Seabird Island, attending and participating in meetings, when directed.
• Additional responsibilities as needed to support the community and uphold our shared values.