Sto-re 24r

Posting Title- STO-RE 24R - Advisor, Indigenous Relations- Position Classification- Scientific/Tech Off R24 - Res- Union- GEU- Location- Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $69,185.43 - $78,814.47 annually- Close Date- 3/31/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- Regional Operations/Coast Area/West Coast Region- Job Summary**Bring your strong communication, analytical and relationship-building skills to this important and rewarding position.**

The West Coast Region Indigenous Relations Team works closely with Ministry of Forests business lines, our four districts, and in a cross-agency capacity to support consultation processes and reconciliation initiatives with Indigenous communities.

Located on Vancouver Island’s south east coast, Nanaimo offers incredible access to the outdoors with phenomenal local parks, a vast networks of mountain bike trails, and river and ocean fishing; and serves as a gateway to more remote camping, hiking, skiing and watersport adventures.

**Job Requirements**:

- Degree or Technical Diploma related to the natural resource sector (e.g., forestry, resource management, environmental science, law, public administration, social sciences), or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Related and recent (within last 5 years) experience working in natural resource management.
- Recent (within last 5 years) experience working with Indigenous communities and participating in consultation, engagement, and/or negotiation processes.
- Preference may be given to applicants that have:_
- 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.
- Self-identified as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary appointments.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home for a portion of the work week, as per a Telework Agreement.

**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.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO -** Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) -** You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Scientific and Technical