Forestry Referrals Officer (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Nanwakolas Council (http://www.nanwakolas.com)

  Campbell River, British Columbia, Canada

Forestry Referrals Officer

Fulltime Position – Campbell River, BC

Program: The Nanwakolas Council operates a regional Referrals Office to manage provincial government resource development referrals and information sharing engagement with industry on behalf of six participating First Nations. Provincial government referrals and information sharing efforts are directed to the Referrals Office where staff, based upon existing First Nation land use planning, cultural and resource data, work with the participating First Nations in responding to the referrals. Forestry related referrals and information sharing is a key part of the work of the Referrals Office.

Purpose of Position: The Forestry Referral Officer is responsible for:

  •  analyzing forestry referrals and information sharing files and providing technical advice to participating First Nations regarding the proposed forestry operations;
  •  interacting with participating First Nations in developing referral and information sharing responses;
  •  liaising with provincial government and licensee representatives regarding forestry referrals and information sharing files; and
  •  facilitating dialogue between applicable First Nations and provincial government and licensee representatives aimed at addressing First Nation issues respecting proposed forestry operations.

Required Skills / Experiences:

  •  Diploma, degree or 2 years’ work experience in forest management or related field.
  •  Ability to work individually on projects and as part of a team.
  •  Problem-solving skills.
  •  Proven verbal and written communication skills.
  •  Ability to complete tasks in a timely and professional manner.
  •  Ability to use Microsoft Excel and Word programs.
  •  A Class 5 Drivers licence and vehicle.
  •  Experience working with First Nations is desired. 

Compensation

Salary: Dependent on experience.