First Nations Consultation Officer
(Environmental)
Full Time
Fort St James, British Columbia, Canada
First Nations Consultation Officer
Scientific/Technical Officer R24
Salary $58,332.28 - $66,652.94 annually
This position is also posted as a Licensed Science Officer 2 under Requisition 18777
An excellent opportunity to apply your expert communication skills
As First Nations Consultation Officer, you are responsible for reviewing proposals for the use of natural resources on Crown Land, analyzing the impact of proposals and the strength of aboriginal claims to determine the appropriate level of consultation needed to meet the Crown’s legal duty to consult with First Nations. With your knowledge of constitutional and statutory responsibilities associated with First Nations consultation plans, you lead the facilitation of the First Nations consultation process while ensuring all legal obligations have been met. A motivated self-starter, you exhibit exceptional problem-solving and learning skills while conducting research and assessing First Nations’ interests, rights and title (claimed or proven). With your excellent verbal and written communication skills, you thrive on your ability to build and maintain key relationships with First Nations for the Fort St James Resource District while making recommendations to decision makers on whether projects should proceed.
A skilled communicator with a collaborative approach, you establish strong working relationships with First Nations, external stakeholders, ministry staff and staff in agencies and other ministries.
Fort St. James is situated among stunning lakes and mountains on the south eastern shore of Stuart Lake, at the head of the Stuart River. The region is rich in wildlife and one of the last great wilderness and resource industry frontiers in the world. This spectacular part of Canada is sparsely populated yet accessible; rural and wild, yet well serviced and close to big city amenities. Fort St. James is a member of the Bulkley Nechako Regional District, which encompasses a total land area of approximately 78,000 square kilometres; with a population of only 40,856 you can be guaranteed wide-open spaces and friendly people that take pride in their history. For more information about this pristine area, please visit their website.
The BC Public Service offers competitive employee benefits and programs, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with real career development opportunities.
Note: Travel may be required therefore, must possess a valid BC Class 5 Drivers Licence or be able to obtain. Must be willing and physically able to participate in field visits that involve operation of equipment (ie: ATV, Snowmobiles).
For more information on this exciting career opportunity including how to apply by March 26th 2014, please visit: https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=18515