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SalaryEmploy your expert negotiation abilities to have a positive impact on Natural Resource Operations
The KOOTENAY BOUNDARY REGION team provides expert advice and decision support relating to multiple business areas in the region. The primary duties of the First Nations Relations Advisor are centered on conducting consultations for the use of natural resources on Crown land and determining the impact on First Nations’ interests.
A skilled and effective written and verbal communicator, you communicate with First Nations on natural resource applications and liaise with ministry staff as an expert on the legal and procedural requirements of First Nations consultation. A collaborative approach is crucial to this role as you successfully establish and maintain productive working relationships with a wide variety of contacts from: First Nations, industry, contractors, environmental agencies, stakeholders and provincial and federal agencies.
First Nations Relations Advisor manages the planning and facilitation of the First Nations consultation process (i.e., preparation, engagement, accommodation, decision and follow-up) and participates in negotiations and projects to meet B.C.s reconciliation objectives with First Nations.
If you are seeking to apply your sound professional judgment and implement progressive solutions in the natural resources area, we look forward to your application.
Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.
Explore the variety of Indigenous Relations engagement opportunities at the Ministry of Forests: Indigenous Relations Careers.
Job Requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Diploma related to the natural resource sector (e.g., forestry, resource management, agrology, environmental science etc.) or equivalent; OR
- An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered.
- Experience working in the areas of land use and natural resource management. Experience participating in multiple concurrent projects, independently or in teams within time and resource constraints.
Preference may be given to qualified applications who have:
- Experience leading and resolving complex issues, both staff and client.
- More than one (1) year experience leading consultation with First Nations. At least one (1) year experience working with indigenous communities.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Dexter.Kotylak@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent opportunities.
Position is available in Cranbrook
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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:
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, it may not be 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.
