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The Senior Advisor, Indigenous Relations manages Indigenous consultation activities for highway projects, which have high economic value, high risk for legal challenges, or high political impacts. Highway projects are on Crown Land and require a determination of the impact on Indigenous groups’ identified, asserted, or proven Aboriginal Interests. This position carries out consultations and negotiations to address Indigenous groups’ concerns while minimizing any negative impacts on projects.
This position also manages reconciliation of highway right of way through reserve lands, which includes the delivery of reserve acquisition for highway projects and/or resolving outstanding tenure matters. This would involve resource budgeting, contract management, appraisal valuations, surveys and ensuring the Provincial and Federal processes are met during negotiations.
The Senior Advisor, Indigenous Relations provides leadership to processes which endeavor to anticipate and resolve a broad range of concerns.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in resource management or a related field AND a minimum of three (3) years of *related experience; OR
- Diploma in resource management or a related field AND a minimum of five (5) years of *related experience; OR
- Certificate in resource management or a related field AND a minimum of seven (7) years of *related experience; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and *related experience may be considered.
*Related experience must include at least two (2) of the following:
- Experience in participating and/or leading the consultation process with Indigenous groups.
- Experience in negotiating agreements and settlements with Indigenous groups.
- Experience building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities.
- Experience managing multiple projects and negotiations.
Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
- Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, historical highway right of way, resource management, social or economic development issues.
- Operational Experience with highway infrastructure.
- Experience with property acquisition, contract services, and tenure related negotiations.
For questions regarding this position, please contact morganne.cameron@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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 Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
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.
