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Yuu?u?i??at? GovernmentManager, Community PlanningDepartment of nism?aakukqin?aa?a (always our land) - Lands and Resources - Ucluelet, British Columbia (Hybrid)Classification: Band 7 ? ManagerReports To: Director of Lands & ResourcesSupervises: Planning Staff, External Planning ConsultantsLocation: hitac?u, BC (Hybrid)Employment Type: Full-TimeSalary Band: Band 7 ($81,731 - $122,596)POSITION PURPOSEThe Manager, Community Planning is responsible for leading and managing the Community Planning function of the Yuu?u?i??at? Government. The role provides strategic oversight of land-use frameworks, regulatory instruments, and long-term development planning to advance Treaty Settlement Land optimization and community priorities. Reporting to the Director of Lands & Resources, the Manager ensures the effective development, implementation, and integration of planning initiatives aligned with Yuu?u?i??at? laws, policies, strategic plans, and Treaty obligations. This role carries accountability for planning program delivery, delegated regulatory decision-making, budget oversight, and supervision of planning staff and consultants.ACCOUNTABILITYStrategic Planning Leadership Lead and manage the development, review, and implementation of the Official Community Plan (OCP) and related statutory planning instruments. Oversee zoning, development permit areas, and land-use regulatory frameworks. Translate long-term community vision into integrated planning strategies. Ensure alignment between planning frameworks, infrastructure capacity, housing priorities, economic development, and environmental stewardship. Monitor implementation of planning objectives and report progress to the Director.Program and Regulatory Management Exercise delegated authority in reviewing and approving development plans consistent with Nation laws. Oversee permitting, leasing, licensing, and land-use compliance frameworks. Develop and implement planning policies and regulatory instruments. Ensure planning practices are defensible, transparent, and aligned with Treaty authorities. Represent the Nation in planning-related negotiations and intergovernmental discussions as assigned.People Leadership and Workforce Management Supervise planning staff (as applicable) and oversee external planning consultants. Conduct performance management, coaching, and workforce planning. Provide mentorship and technical guidance. Support recruitment and succession planning within the planning function.Community Engagement and Representation Lead culturally grounded engagement processes. Integrate community knowledge, Elders' input, and technical data into planning outcomes. Provide clear communication regarding planning policies and development processes. Promote transparency and accountability in land-use decision-making.Financial and Resource Management Develop and manage the annual planning budget. Oversee procurement and management of consultant contracts. Monitor expenditures and ensure fiscal accountability. Support funding proposals and grant management related to planning initiatives.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCERequired: Bachelor's degree in Urban, Community, or Regional Planning Certified Registered Professional Planner (RPP) with the Planning Institute of BC or equivalent affiliate 7-10+ years progressive professional planning experience Minimum 2 years supervisory or people management experience Demonstrated experience leading major planning initiatives Experience managing budgets and consultant contractsPreferred: Master's degree in Planning, Public Administration, Indigenous Governance, or related field Experience working within Indigenous or Modern Treaty governance First-hand knowledge and experience of Modern Treaty Nations and cultural historyCORE COMPETENCIES Well-developed knowledge of planning principles and practices In-depth knowledge of specializations such as economic development, land-use, community planning, consultation, First Nation, transport