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Interim Director of Public Works & Housing (1 Year Term)Okanagan Indian BandK?U K?LIW?T L? NQMAPLQS | WE LIVE AT HEAD OF THE LAKE Located within the unceded territory of the syilx people, the Okanagan Indian Band is comprised of six reserves located in the North Okanagan. Come join the OKIB Team and enjoy all that the beautiful Okanagan Valley has to offer, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches. The OKIB offers a welcoming team environment and a rewarding job experience. You can expect a supportive work environment and a total compensation package which includes: 8% Vacation Pay Paid Director?s Days off (one per month) Extended Health and Dental Benefits 15 Statutory Holidays Paid Winter Holiday Break Discounted Silver Star lift passes Cultural Leave 15 Paid Sick Days Paid Personal Leave Employee Assistance Program Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week Start Date: ASAP End Date: One year Term Deadline for applications: September 4, 2026 JOB SUMMARYAs a key member of the OKIB management team, the Interim Director of Public Works and Housing provides strategic and operational leadership for Public Works, Capital Projects, Water Systems, Asset Management, and Housing operations. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Interim Director ensures the effective delivery of Public Works and Housing services while supporting organizational priorities including those related to wildfire recovery and infrastructure restoration. The Interim Director provides technical, operational, and project management support to the priorities established by Chief and Council, the Director of Operations, and the Bradley Creek Wildfire Recovery Team. REPORTING STRUCTUREReports to the Executive Director (ED). JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESOperational and Project Management Develop and implement strategic capital and infrastructure plans, including funding proposals, RFP development and management, and regulatory reporting. Collaborate with other departments on inter-departmental projects. Prepare and present the PW&H annual work plan, monthly reports and briefing notes to Council as required. Provide dispute resolution and advocacy support to individual Band members. Participate in field-based activities, including monitoring and research. Oversee operation and quality control of water systems on reserve. Lead the oversight of PW&H departmental strategy and planning documents, including the Land Use Plan, Water-Wastewater Plan, and Community Plan. Develop MOUs with stakeholders on projects, programs, or asset management matters. Ensure community values and interests are reflected in all departmental activities. Identify opportunities to incorporate climate adaptation, wildfire mitigation, and infrastructure resilience improvements into reconstruction projects. Support the identification and pursuit of recovery funding opportunities and capital funding programs. Monitor project progress and provide regular reporting to the Director of Operations and Recovery Team. Contribute to the integration of recovery planning into broader asset management, land use, housing, and community planning initiatives. Assist in developing policies and procedures that strengthen OKIB's long-term emergency preparedness and infrastructure resilience.Bradley Creek Wildfire Recovery Support Provide operational leadership and technical support to the Bradley Creek Wildfire Recovery Team. Assist with the implementation of recovery priorities and action plans approved by Chief and Council and the Recovery Team. Coordinate Public Works and Housing resources in support of wildfire recovery activities. Support post-wildfire damage assessments for housing, water systems, roads, drainage infrastructure, and community facilities. Provide technical information, project status updates, and recommendations to the Recovery Team and Executive Director. Coordinate contractors, consultants, engineers, and