Lands Engagement Officer Job at Taku River Tlingit First Nation
POSITION Lands Engagement Officer
WAGE 31.54-34.99 hourly
STATUS / Contract Full-time position 72 hours biweekly
SUPERVISOR Manager of Lands, Resources and Fisheries
Location TRTFN Lands offices in Atlin, BC
Closing Date Open until filled
HOUSING Temporarily accommodation available for the right candidate.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lands Engagement Officer is responsible for effectively and efficiently implementing Land Use, Shared Decision Making, and other agreements with Federal, Territorial and Provincial Governments, and other third parties. Duties include relationship management with all levels of government, and TRTFN citizens. In addition, this position manages applications for exploration and in accordance with agreements and TRTFN policies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implementing the Wóoshtin wudidaa - Atlin Taku Land Use Plan and the Wooshtin Yan too.aat -Land and Resource Management, Shared Decision-Making Agreement (G2G Agreement) and other agreements, future, and current.
- Working collaboratively with proponents in all resource sectors to build stable long-term relationships that reinforce the responsible use of the land.
- Facilitating TRTFN's decision making for all resource development activities in the TRTFN Territory.
- Engaging the community for input on TRTFN Lands and Resource use.
- Assisting with the TRTFN's Northern Territory (Yukon) ongoing traditional territory claim.
- Acquire detailed knowledge of relevant files, agreements, treaties, legislation, policy, and procedures and utilize this knowledge to deliver services.
- Participate in the development and implementation of departmental and team goals and workplans.
- Identify, analyze, address, and resolve issues in potentially adversarial situations regarding land use
- Complete and implement TRTFN mandate initiatives.
- Establish networks, build, and maintain rapport and productive working and professional relationships both internally and externally.
- Contribute to ongoing improvement in organizational practices and procedures.
- Incorporates relevant details of development proposals into the existing TRTFN Trailmark database.
- Provide support as requested for TRTFN Trailmark or other GIS databases.
- Other tasks as specifically designated by the Lands Manager.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE
- The capability to foster and maintain strong relationships both internally and externally and communicate with a variety of people of varying skill levels
- Ability to work well within a First Nations environment while demonstrating flexibility, sensitivity, patience, diplomacy, and confidentiality.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- The ability to prioritize and organize multiple demands and workload.
- Knowledge and respect of Taku River Tlingit First Nation social structure, traditions, values, culture, traditional territory, resources, protocols, and policies.
- In-depth understanding of Indigenous land management and social issues.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work independently or in a team setting with minimal day-to-day supervision.
- Intermediate proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Word, Outlook
- Have demonstrated experience with ESRI suite (ArcGIS Desktop/Server/Enterprise, Field Maps, Survey123, ArcGIS Hub, ArcGIS Notebook, ArcGIS Dashboard, ArcGIS Hub, Workforce) for First
Nation land use.
- Degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Management (4 years completed bachelor degree is a minimum requirement for this position)
- Three years of experience in a similar role of administering agreements and working with Federal and Provincial governments and other third parties (required)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Criminal Record Check
- References
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work is routinely performed indoors and outdoors
- Engaging with TRTFN citizens and members
BENEFITS
- Included after 3 months of probationary period.
- Benefits include extended medical, eyewear, dental coverage as well as an RRSP matching plan.
APPLICATION PROCESS
To submit a resume or obtain further information please email.
We thank all those who apply but only those who are being considered will be contacted
Preference given to Taku River Tlingit First Nation Citizens. We are only able to accept applications from permanent Canadian residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $31.54-$34.99 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Relocation assistance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Atlin, BC: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Work Location: One location
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