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Form of workBAND 4 - Director of Indigenous Relations Branch
Position Classification
Band 4
Union
N/A
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 CA
Alexis Creek, BC V0L 1A0 CA
Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Castlegar, BC V1N 4P5 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Clearwater, BC V0E1N0 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Creston, BC V0B 1G6 CA
Daajing Giids, BC V0T 1S0 CA
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA
Fort St James, BC V0J 1P0 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H4 CA
Hazelton, BC V0J 1Y1 CA
Houston, BC V0J 1Z2 CA
Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Mackenzie, BC V0J 2C0 CA
Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0 CA
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Y9 CA
Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 CA
Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA
Revelstoke, BC V0E 3K0 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Squamish, BC V8B 0H3 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA
Salary Range
$102,900.00 - $136,700.11 annually
Close Date
3/29/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests
Ministry Branch / Division
Associate Deputy Minister's Office/Indigenous Relations Branch
Job Summary
Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role
As the provincial government transforms relationships with Indigenous peoples to recognize inherent rights such as self-determination, the Indigenous Relations Branch (IRB) provides a leadership role to the Ministry in its reconciliation efforts with Indigenous Peoples. A key component of reconciliation involves working collaboratively and respectfully with all Indigenous Peoples on building and maintaining partnerships with all levels of Government, industry and stakeholders.
IRB leads work to guide the implementation the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada's Calls to Action, and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act) in the Ministry. IRB also provides a leadership role to increase Indigenous participation in the forest sector, coordinates consultation processes as well as coordinates the ministry's support to the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (MIRR) in treaty and reconciliation initiatives and develops appropriate policy and legislation.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director will lead and support strategy, process and policy development to help ensure the ministry's strategic objectives are achieved. The Director will provide leadership on cross government and cross ministry initiatives and continuously build and foster partnerships with a diverse range of leaders. The Director will demonstrate skills as collaborator with strong government connections and be a highly effective communicator, both verbal and written. Experience working effectively, respectfully and knowledgeably with a range of Indigenous organizations and communities across the province is critical. The candidate will have knowledge of government objectives and commitments as they relate to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
Job Requirements:
- Relateduniversity degree, diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience related to the area of specialty.
- Experience leading and resolving complex staff and/or client issues.
- Experience managing a portfolio of clients in a customer service environment.
- Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous.
- Preference may be given to candidates with experience working with Indigenous Nations, organizations and communities.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Patrick.GW.Day@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This is for one (1) permanent opportunity.
This position can be based in any Ministry of Forests office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, itmay notbe used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
Job Category
Leadership and Management
