STO-RE 24R – Advisor, First Nations Relations

Posting Title
STO-RE 24R – Advisor, First Nations Relations

Position Classification
Scientific/Tech Off R24 – Res

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Fort St James, BC V0J 1P0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA

Salary Range
STO-RE 24R: $76,071.18 – $86,658.48 annually STO-RE 21R: $69,760.70 – $79,322.69 annually, plus $44.49 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Fort St. James.

Close Date
9/10/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Stuart-Nechako Forest District

Job Summary

The Team
The Stuart Nechako Advisor, First Nations Relations, as part of a strong team, leads the consultation process with First Nations, ensuring that all legal obligations are met for all forestry applications. The advisor will advise how projects might impact First Nation Rights and Title. You will be working closely with the Senior First Nations Advisor and the Resource Manager. You will be working with a team that is known for their ability to connect with First Nations Communities and navigate through complex issues.

The Role
In this role, you will represent the government with a team to lead First Nations consultations. One of your responsibilities will be to build relationships with First Nations and licensees to ensure completed engagement is thorough and meaningful. If needed, you will recommend accommodations to balance government objectives with First Nations’ interests providing detailed documentation to meet legal obligations. When applying your research skills, you will objectively assess and represent First Nations’ Rights and Title. This position offers the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships, and engage with a variety of stakeholders, making it both a challenging and rewarding career choice.

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests .

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Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in natural resource management, public administration, business administration, law or other relevant discipline and 1 year of recent (within the last 7 years) and related experience in land use, resource management, social or economic development issues; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in natural resource management, public administration, business administration, law or other relevant discipline and 2 years of recent (within the last 7 years) and related experience in land use, resource management, social or economic development issues; OR
• Diploma or Certificate in natural resource management, public administration, business administration, law or other relevant discipline and 5 years of recent (within the last 7 years) and related experience in land use, resource management, social or economic development issues; OR
• An equivalent combination of related education and recent (within the last 7 years) experience may be considered.

Preference statements:

• Engaging directly with First Nations communities and undertaking procedural components of consultation related to the natural resource sector.
• Applying constitutional and statutory responsibilities associated with consulting First Nations.

For questions regarding this position, please contact steve.nevidon@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Lesser qualified applicants may be considered at a lower classification.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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 to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check is required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

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 – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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Job Category
Scientific and Technical