Mi'kmaq Ecological Knowledge Studies

7 months ago

Millbrook, Canada The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq Full time

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

**The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq**

**Department of Aquatics Resources and Fisheries Management**
**Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Studies (MEKS) Coordinator**

**About The CMM**
The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (The CMM) is a Tribal Council representing the **eight Mi’kmaq communities** of mainland Nova Scotia. Our mission is to proactively promote and assist Mi’kmaq communities’ initiatives towards self-determination and enhancement of community.

The CMM conducts Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Studies (MEKS) on the traditional and cultural relationship between the Mi’kmaq and our lands and resources. An MEKS is often conducted as a
Government of Canada or Province of Nova Scotia regulatory requirement as part of impact assessment to determine impacts potential projects may have on traditional lands and resources. The studies are conducted by The CMM’s Department of Aquatics Resources and Fisheries Management.
- **(MEKS) Coordinator. This is a designated position and restricted to those of Indigenous ancestry.**_

**Position Overview**

Reporting directly to the Director of Aquatics Resources and Fisheries Management (or designate), the
**MEKS Coordinator** is primarily responsible for conducting Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Studies and related research. The MEKS Coordinator will prepare all related study and research reports, which may be released to clients, government, or public as instructed by the Director. This work will require special attention to ethical data collection and confidentiality of information. Occasionally the MEKS Coordinator may be required to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends to accommodate activities such as meetings, program delivery, field work or representing CMM at public events.

**Position Responsibilities**:

- Managing and coordinating Mi’kmaq Ecological Knowledge Studies and research o Coordinating teams involved in field research and related engagement activities, o Overseeing archival research, and o Conducting data verification activities such as ground-truthing.
- Assisting in impact assessment studies with special attention to socio-ecological aspects of impact studies,
- Assist in development of programs and policies that advance MEK databases and inventories,
- Coordinate training of personnel involved in MEKS and related research,
- Assist the Director in preparing relevant correspondence and communications materials,
- Assist the Director in the development of policies and programs,
- Any other ancillary duties as may be deemed appropriate from time to time.

**Position Requirements**:

- Knowledge and experience of Mi’kmaw communities in mainland Nova Scotia is a requirement,
- Ability to do work in various field and social conditions,
- Ability and willingness throughout Mi’kmaki,
- Possession of a NS Drivers License,
- Possess a minimum of a Bachelors degree in social sciences or environmental studies, with preference for a graduate degree.

**Why work with us?**

The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq (CMM) is well known throughout Canada as a professional organization that is committed to providing a pleasant and healthy working environment for all its employees. As an organization, we understand that a great work/life balance is essential to success. As a full-time employee you can expect:

- An atmosphere that is both professional and family oriented.
- Enrollment in the organization’s benefits packages on your first day of employment with no waiting period, which includes Health & Dental, and Employee & Family Assistance Program

(EFAP).
- Generous amounts of paid time off (Paid Statutory Holidays plus St. Anne’s Day and Aboriginal

Day, Summer Shutdown (2 weeks), Christmas Shutdown (roughly 2 weeks), plus 1 week of discretionary vacation time (up to 2 weeks with 10 years of service).
- Social Committee, Staff Days, Staff Knowledge Days, etc.

**Salary/Employment Term**:
Salary Range: $60,000 per year. This is a permanent, project-funded position (pending successful one
- year probationary contract and on-going project support).

**Application Deadline: Open Until Filled**

Submit Cover Letter AND Resume to**:Human Resources**

**c/o The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq**
**PO Box 1590, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 5V3**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Millbrook, NS B6L 0A3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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