Lands Assistant

_Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a self-governing First Nation that delivers a wide range of community services, including all of those typically delivered by municipalities. The Lands Department is responsible for the delivery of all planning, development, and engineering related services. The Community is in the midst of a significant development program, which includes the development of commercial, industrial, and residential properties. Along with the review and approval of the engineering infrastructure to support this development, the Lands Department is also responsible for assuming the ongoing maintenance and management of the infrastructure._

**Requirements**:

- Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by word processing and administrative courses, preferably Microsoft Office Suite training, plus sound related experience performing reception and clerical functions; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Working knowledge of the terminology and processes related to building, zoning, bylaw and permit and license matters
- Experience in municipal, local government or real estate an asset
- Proficiency in the use of computer software including Microsoft Office with strong word processing and typing skills and the ability to create templates, spreadsheets and mail merges
- Sound knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and a variety of other internal and external contacts in processing inquiries and complaints and provide a variety of factual information and related services in a professional manner
- Ability to work collaboratively with others and to make a contribution to a team environment
- Ability to perform clerical duties with accuracy and detail and in accordance with established regulations, policies and procedures
- Ability to type a variety of material, compose routine correspondence and prepare and maintain files, records, reports and related material
- Ability to prioritize workloads, to work independently with mínimal guidelines and supervision, and to perform tasks under periodic work pressure
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and access to a reliable personal vehicle
- Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to an ever-changing workplace

**Wages**:Competitive pay commensurate with qualifications with excellent benefits including enrolment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan.

**Hours of work**: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 4:30 in our Lands Building

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Tsawwassen, BC V4M 4G4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Bylaw, permit & License processing: 1 year (preferred)
- Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)
- Reception desk: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person