New Job Manager Of Crown Lands Act Dispositions In Manitoba

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Manager of Crown Lands Act Dispositions reports directly to the Director of Real Estate Services Branch and is part of the Branch’s senior management team. The incumbent participates in the development of the Branch’s business plans and the ongoing evaluation, refinement and improvement of its service delivery models, and may be required to serve as Acting Director from time to time.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Must have a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Qualifications:
Essesntial:

• Post-secondary education in a related field such as agriculture, resource management, environmental or paralegal studies. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience reviewing legal documents such as leases, permits, renewals, amendments and assignments.
• Management experience including performing recruitment, staff development and performance management activities.
• Excellent written communication skills including the ability to write correspondence and reports.
• Interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate staff.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.

• Experience in the negotiation of leases and permits.
• Knowledge of statutes, regulations and procedures related to land titles and Crown lands in Manitoba.

Duties:
This position is responsible for managing the administration of approximately 13,000 leases / permits and sales for the private use of publicly owned Crown land, in accordance with the policies established by the Manitoba government departments having regulatory jurisdiction over various categories of Crown land, including but not limited to the Department of Conservation and Climate and the Department of Agriculture and Resource Development.
This position is also responsible for the management of the Crown Lands Registry and cash management services for the Department of Conservation and Climate and the Department of Agriculture and Resource Development.
The incumbent is accountable for ensuring that all applications from the public are processed in a fair, open, transparent, consistent, and timely manner, while adhering to the statutes, regulations, and departmental policies governing various categories of Crown Land, and is expected to show leadership in identifying opportunities and implementing measures to streamline processes to minimize turnaround times.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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