Posting Title- LSO OTHR 2 - Advisor, Indigenous Relations- Position Classification- Licensed Sc Off Other 2- Union- PEA- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA
- Squamish, BC V8B 0H3 CA
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA- Salary Range- $69,969.42 - $89,774.32 annually- Close Date- 6/27/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- South Coast Region | Indigenous Relations- Job Summary**Enhance your negotiation skills and expertise in Indigenous Relations in this rewarding role**

The Ministry of Forests aims to deliver policies and programs to provide economic, cultural, environmental, and social benefits for all British Columbians. Our work supports a sustainable economy in all parts of the province and provides a foundation for true and lasting reconciliation with Indigenous people.

A career with the Ministry of Forests offers an exceptional opportunity to undertake a variety of challenging and rewarding roles, while supporting a healthy work/life balance. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Indigenous Relations Careers.

**Job 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 a natural resource field or equivalent as recognized by the relevant BC association.
- Related and recent (within last five (5) years) experience working in natural resource management.
- Recent (within last five (5) years) experience working with Indigenous communities and participating in consultation, engagement, and/or negotiation processes.

In addition to the above requirements, preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

- Experience building collaborative relationships with Indigenous communities, in areas of natural resource management or land use.
- Experience undertaking research, writing reports and documents, and presenting results or conclusions.
- Experience in negotiating or facilitating solutions to complex issues and resolving or mitigating conflict.
- Experience working with BC government natural resources statutes, regulation and policy.
- Those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).

**About this Position**:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Forests’ offices: Surrey, Chilliwack, Squamish, Powell River.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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) 24 via Requisition 113333.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

**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 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**:
**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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

**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.