LSO OTHR 2 - Advisor, First Nations Relations

Posting Title
LSO OTHR 2 - Advisor, First Nations Relations

Position Classification
Licensed Sc Off Other 2

Union
PEA

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$69,969.42 - $89,774.32 annually

Close Date
2/7/2025

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Sunshine Coast Natural Resource District

Job Summary

The Team:
The Sunshine Coast Natural Resource District team is a collaborative group of experts dedicated to providing valuable advice and decision support across various business areas in the district. We work together with other partners and clients to ensure informed decisions are made, helping to manage and protect natural resources effectively, while fostering a positive and supportive environment.

The Role:
The Advisor, First Nations Relations is a vital role that involves guiding respectful consultations about the use of natural resources on Crown land, carefully considering the impact on First Nations' traditional use areas. In this position, you will use your excellent communication skills to build strong relationships with First Nations communities, industry partners, and government agencies, ensuring all legal and procedural requirements are met. By fostering collaboration and understanding, you will help ensure decisions are made thoughtfully and respectfully, with a focus on community needs and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e., Forest Professionals BC, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Degree in the natural resource field or equivalent as recognized by the relevant BC association.
• Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, resource management, social or economic development issues.
• Significant experience working with First Nations communities and collaborating and consulting with First Nations.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

• those who identify as Indigenous;
• those with experience engaging in strategic-level negotiations with First Nations; and/or,
• those with experience engaging First Nation communities whose territories overlap with the Sunshine Coast Natural Resource District.

Provisos:

• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalent.
• Meet safety standards of WorkSafeBC.
• May be required to operate a variety of equipment.
• Conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Megan.MacGregor@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position is located in Powell River.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Powell River.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
This position is also posted as a Scientific Technical Officer (Resource) 24R via Requisition 118762 .
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Powell River is a coastal by nature community located on the upper Sunshine Coast, about 145km/90mi northwest of Vancouver. It is accessible by ferry from Vancouver Island, or from Earl's Cove while driving up from Gibsons or Sechelt. This community offers water lovers a myriad of opportunities for kayaking and canoeing, fishing, and scuba diving. There is world class hiking, mountain biking and climbing minutes from your office. A cultural and music centre of Canada, Powell River hosts the Kathaumix, PRISMA and Townsite Jazz Festivals. Don't miss Marine Avenue's art galleries and dining, plus the historic Townsite, designated a National Historic District in 1995.

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 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, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e., Forest Professionals BC, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Applicants currently registered with a BC association with articling/in-training status (or able to transfer their current articling/in-training membership to the relevant BC association within six (6) months of employment) may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made. If you do not meet this requirement, apply to the Scientific Technical Officer (Resource) 24R opportunity via Requisition 118762 .

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.

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Job Category
Communications, Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical

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