Seasonal | Alert Bay

Fisheries Guardian Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY

To assist the ‘Na̱mg̱is First Nation to sustainably manage natural resources and habitat within, and adjacent to ‘Na̱mg̱is territory. This is a seasonal position (May to November 2026).

REPORTS TO: Aquatic Resources Manager, Natural Resources Department

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Positively represent ‘Namgis to members and the outside world in all aspects of their
duties
Neatly complete all field monitoring data sheets and ensure they are digitally entered
and stored
Administrative and reporting duties as assigned
Field activities include:
- Conducting stock assessments
- Conducting habitat inspections and assessments
- Conducting enforcement compliance monitoring (observe, record, report only)
- Conducting stream enhancement and maintenance
- Conducting physical and biological sampling
- Conducting other aquatic resource related monitoring activities
- Conducting field management activities at recreational sites
- Participating in ‘Namgis Food Security related activities
Participating in Community relations and education activities
Ensure safe operation and maintenance of equipment including vessels, all-terrain
vehicles, trucks, trailers, etc.
Undertake training as assigned
To work early morning, evening and weekend shifts as assigned
Other related duties and projects as may be required from time to time

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 2 years experience in an aquatic related field work
Ability to work in challenging marine and wilderness environments in a safe, efficient and team-oriented manner
Ability to perform complex measuring, recording and reporting functions related to natural resources management, habitat restoration, etc.
Experience in the operation of marine vessels
Ability to engage with ‘Namgis members, the general public, and government officials in a courteous manner
Knowledge of Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw culture
Knowledge of community-base fisheries management
Knowledge of North Pacific marine species and ecosystems

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent
Class 5 BC Driver’s License
SVOP, MEDA3; Marine First Aid, and Radio Operators Certificate
Electrofishing Certificate
Swiftwater Rescue Certificate
GPS & Radar Experience
Vancouver Island University Natural Resources Extension Program Certificate or First Nations Stewardship Technician Training Program Certificate

UNUSUAL JOB FEATURES

Predominantly a field position but does have related office duties
Physically demanding job that includes strenuous labour
Tasks include travel by ferry, truck and boat to work site

If interested, please submit your covering letter and resume by 4:30pm on Wednesday May 13th, 2026 to:

‘Na̱mg̱is First Nation, PO Box 210, Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0, or
by email to: humanresources@namgis.bc.ca

$24.18 – $28.13/hour

We thank you for your interest, however, only short listed applicants will be contacted