K’ómoks First Nation’s vision: We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honouring our people, lands, waters, cultures and languages.
K’ómoks First Nation’s mission: K’ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members.
Exciting Career Opportunity: Property Manager – Salmon Arm
About the Role
K’ómoks First Nation is seeking a reliable, hands-on, and community-minded Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and coordination of the Salmon River property.
This unique role combines property management, facilities coordination, event support, contractor oversight, and community engagement. The successful candidate will help ensure the property remains safe, welcoming, well-maintained, and aligned with K’ómoks values and operational standards.
If you enjoy variety in your workday, take pride in maintaining spaces, and thrive working independently while building positive relationships — we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee the daily operations, upkeep, and maintenance of the Salmon River property
- Perform general groundskeeping, minor repairs, vegetation management, and facility upkeep
- Coordinate contractors and oversee larger maintenance or renovation projects
- Support event setup, cleanup, custodial duties, and site readiness for gatherings
- Manage bookings and site usage in accordance with the Property Usage Policy
- Coordinate with RCMP, Community Protection, and emergency services as needed
- Conduct regular property inspections to ensure safety and operational standards are maintained
- Maintain inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment
- Ensure required certifications, inspections, and insurance documentation remain current
- Assist with budgeting, expense tracking, reporting, and operational planning
What You Bring
- Minimum 3 years of experience in property management, facilities coordination, housing administration, or a related role
- Diploma or certificate in Property Management, Facilities Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of building operations, maintenance practices, and contractor coordination
- Experience supporting budgets, operational planning, reporting, and inventory management
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and exercise sound judgment
- Financial literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management software
- Experience working within Indigenous organizations or community-based environments is considered an asset
- Willingness to work occasional evenings or weekends to support operational or emergency needs
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License and ability to travel between properties as required
- Satisfactory Criminal Background Check
Why Join K’omoks First Nation?
At K’ómoks First Nation, we are guided by a vision of a prosperous and healthy Nation where members exercise their rights and title while honouring our lands, waters, cultures, and community connections.
As Salmon River Property Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining a valued community property that supports gatherings, events, and future opportunities for K’ómoks members and partners.
Application Information:
If this opportunity to work as a team member in a growing Indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply with your resume and cover letter to [email protected].
Open to applicants or partners willing to reside on or near the property to support shared operational oversight, site presence, and after-hours responsibilities as required.
Living accommodation may be available for the successful candidate(s).
We value employment equity and prioritize applications from Indigenous applicants and especially encourage those living within the K’ómoks First Nation to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,000.00-$84,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Housing allowance
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Sayward, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Facilities maintenance: 2 years (preferred)
- Contractor management: 2 years (preferred)
- Microsoft Office: 2 years (preferred)
- budgets and inventory management: 2 years (preferred)
- Property management: 3 years (required)
- working with Indigenous Peoples: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 BC Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person
