Field Liaison Coordinator: Archaeology & Ecology Programs

Work in Middlesex; Melbourne; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits for permanent员工

Employer-matched pension plan

Family Employee Assistance Program (EW

Two-week holiday closure overChristmas

Job summary

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation seeks a Field Liaison Coordinator to lead the Archaeological Field Liaison (AFL) and Ecological Field Liaison (EFL) Programs. You will coordinate field requests, staff deployment, and invoicing, ensuring smooth operations and accountability.

You will collaborate with the Consultation Team, proponents, community members, Finance, government agencies, and external consultants to deliver monitoring activities aligned with priorities and policies.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Indigenous Studies, Natural Resources, Project Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience coordinating programs or projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and complex schedules and logistics.
• Administrative and financial coordination experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous consultation processes.
• Experience with First Nations communities is an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and records management systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence, reliable vehicle, ability to travel.
• Minimum $1 million automobile liability insurance.
• Police Records Check and/or Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Archaeological Field Liaison (AFL) and Ecological Field Liaison (EFL) Programs.
• Schedule and deploy Field Liaison personnel while managing project requests and field logistics.
• Serve as primary contact for proponents, consultants, contractors, government agencies, and community members.
• Prepare and administer contracts, service agreements, purchase requisitions, invoices, and financial documentation.
• Develop and improve policies, procedures, workflows, and operational systems.
• Recruit, onboard, orient, and support Field Liaison personnel.
• Monitor program performance through record keeping and reporting.
• Maintain comprehensive program documentation and deployment records.
• Review timesheets and payroll documentation.
• Support consultation and environmental monitoring activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members and stakeholders.
• Contribute to planning, budgeting, funding proposals, and evaluations.
• Research and implement technology solutions for records management.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, policies, safety, and confidentiality.

Skills

Highly organized

Strong communication

Customer service

Problem solving

Knowledge of Indigenous consultation

Education

Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Indigenous Studies, Natural Resources, Project Management, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Databases

Records management systems

Job description

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation seeks a Field Liaison Coordinator to lead the Archaeological Field Liaison (AFL) and Ecological Field Liaison (EFL) Programs. You will coordinate field requests, staff deployment, and invoicing, ensuring smooth operations and accountability.

You will collaborate with the Consultation Team, proponents, community members, Finance, government agencies, and external consultants to deliver monitoring activities aligned with priorities and policies.