Indigenous Relations Specialist

6 months ago

Vancouver, Canada BC Hydro Full time

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At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need
people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,
inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,
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and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

**Indigenous Relations Specialist - Regulatory Lead**

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Dunsmuir 13

Employment type: Temporary Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 107,000.00 - 135,300.00

**Position Highlights**
BC Hydro understands that we conduct business on First Nations’ territories across the province. We have a responsibility
to build and advance relationships with First Nations and to advance reconciliation. BC Hydro is committed to working with
First Nations to implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) and the Truth and
Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) Calls to Action.

Indigenous Relations (IR) is looking for an innovative Indigenous Relations Specialist - Regulatory Lead to support IR's
Projects, Programs, and Operations team (PPO). The PPO team works directly with IR regional teams, Regulatory and
other BC Hydro teams to ensure BC Hydro meets their legal duty to consult First Nations, meet their regulatory compliance
obligations as well as meet their related records and reporting requirements.

The position will deliver quality consultation practices and ensure regulatory compliance, while facilitating a high level of
collaboration amongst First Nations and internal partners. The position will report directly to the PPO’s Team Lead. The
Indigenous Relations Specialist - Regulatory Lead role is a hybrid position based out of either the BC Hydro Dunsmuir office
located in Vancouver, BC or Edmonds office located in Burnaby, BC.

**What you'll do**
- You will be responsible for overseeing IR’s involvement in various planning processes, such as Revenue Requirements

preparing for responses to information requests from the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) and Interveners,
and ensuring timely coordination and review of those responses according to regulatory deadlines.
- Take charge of IR’s role in government and corporate efforts to simplify regulatory procedures. Make sure there’s smooth

communication with the government regarding IR’s scope, all while supporting effective decision-making.

coordinate and manage responses to Information Requests from the BCUC and other stakeholders.

Community Electricity Purchase Agreements (CEPAs). These agreements will be submitted under section 71 of the Utilities
Commission Act. Coordinate and review responses to Information Requests from the BCUC and other stakeholders.

focused on Non-Integrated Areas. Responsibilities include coordinating and reviewing responses to Information Requests
from the BCUC and Interveners.
- Provide advice and support to IR’s leadership team on emerging regulatory issues and to BC Hydro's Regulatory team on

emerging IR issues.
- Monitor and analyze regulatory developments, legislative changes, and industry trends affecting the utility sector.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that align with regulatory goals.
- Stay informed about emerging technologies and their impact on the utility industry.

**What you bring**

reconciliation, consultation with First Nations on natural resource projects, records management, and regulatory
requirements. An innovative person, you have deep and broad experience in Indigenous relations that complements your
passion for advancing reconciliation. Experience working in large, complex environments has developed your
communications skills, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.
- The position will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and driving strategic initiatives

related to the utility industry. With a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, policies, and industry best practices, the

- Undergraduate degree in public administration, economic development, law, anthropology or related discipline or

equivalent required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in regulatory affairs within the utility industry.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, provincial, and local regulations governing utilities.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex legal and technical documents.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Proven track record of successful regulatory advocacy.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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