Squamish Nation

PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER (Onsite)

CLOSES:  Open Until Filled

Be Part of Something Meaningful! 

Are you passionate about ensuring development projects reflect culture, values, and safety? The Squamish Nation is seeking a Manager, Development Services to join our Planning and Capital Projects Department. This key leadership role will support the delivery of housing, community amenities, and economic development projects in partnership with Hiyam Housing and Nch’kay Development Corporation. As the Nation continues to implement its Integrated Development Strategy, you’ll be instrumental in optimizing benefits for Squamish People by managing development review processes and ensuring alignment with Squamish values, codes, and best practices. This is more than a technical role, it's a chance to shape the future of development on Squamish Nation lands in a way that reflects our community's cultural integrity and aspirations.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee, develop, and manage the Nation’s development review process for all projects on Squamish Nation Reserve lands.
• Integrate Squamish culture and values into development planning and decision-making.
• Manage external consultants reviewing building permit applications and development impacts.
• Collaborate with Hiyam Housing and Nch’kay Development Corporation throughout the review process.
• Lead the implementation of an online permitting system using the Squamish Nation’s ESRI PLL platform.
• Maintain strong relationships with community members, Council, and internal departments.
• Ensure open, ongoing communication with the community using a variety of tools.
• Analyze and synthesize data from engagement and professional input to inform development recommendations.
• Support the review, updating, and implementation of planning policies and procedures.
• Promote a safe and inclusive working environment while contributing to a respectful and collaborative team culture.

What We’re Looking For

• A combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Experience in development review processes and knowledge of building codes and standards.
• Familiarity with online permitting systems—experience with ESRI PLL is a strong asset.
• Strong technical foundation in planning, permitting, or infrastructure.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A deep understanding of the responsibilities of the Nation as the authority having jurisdiction.
• Commitment to cultural awareness and respect for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw values, language, and traditions.
• Ability to work with diplomacy, discretion, and professionalism.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused, and highly organized.

Why Work With Us

• Impactful Work – Be part of a team dedicated to serving the community through Na estétx̱ w sḵwálwen cht (Trust), Na estitkw sḵwálwen cht (Security), Na esḵw’úḵw’ulh sḵwálwen cht (Purpose) and Na eslhílhkw’is sḵwálwen cht (Belonging)
• Professional Growth – We invest in our people with training, mentorship, and career development
• Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw Values – Be part of an organization that values Úxwumixw (community/peoples), snew̓íyelh (guiding through teachings), wenáxws (respect) and inclusivity.

As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we foster an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.

Salary: $94,000 - $141,000

Candidates are typically offered compensation between the beginning to the midpoint of the range. We are committed to providing a fair and equitable package that reflects the value an individual brings to the organization.

Benefits: We offer extended medical and dental, pension matching, supplementary savings, and a professional development budget.

Join us in building a future rooted in culture, values, and community strength. Your work matters here. #Workwithpurpose