Manager, First Nations Relations

Tobermory; Prince George; Hybrid; CAD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Public Service in Burns Lake, BC is seeking a Manager, First Nations Relations. This role leads a team to ensure effective First Nations consultation and engagement across multiple locations in British Columbia.

The successful candidate will develop strategies, oversee policy implementation, manage budgets, and collaborate with provincial colleagues to address Indigenous issues and client needs. A relevant degree with several years of related experience is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Natural Resource Management or related field with 3+ years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management or related field with 4+ years of experience.
• Diploma in Natural Resource Management or related field with 7+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team to achieve regional goals and objectives.
• Design and oversee implementation of First Nations consultation strategies.
• Develop engagement plans to address client needs and monitor results.
• Lead development of new processes for First Nations consultation.
• Build relationships with provincial colleagues across locations.
• Participate in provincial decisions on initiatives, resourcing, budgets, and scheduling.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of local First Nations issues and resources.
• Provide professional First Nations consultation advice to clients.
• Supervise staff, assign work, and evaluate performance.
• Direct and design implementation of new government policies for consultation.
• Lead initiatives and policy changes within government policy.
• Oversee First Nations consultation for major multi-agency projects.
• Develop, negotiate, and manage professional services contracts.
• Manage sub-regional budgets and funding sources.
• Travel as required; support telework options where applicable.

Skills

Team management

First Nations consult

Indigenous relations

Education

Master's degree or higher

Bachelor's degree

Diploma

Job description

BC Public Service situated in Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA is currently looking for applications for the role of Manager, First Nations Relations who is a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate must start work promptly. The available position is for a regular or full time job.

Employer Name: BC Public Service
Position: Manager, First Nations Relations
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $90,900.08 – $128,800.00 annually
Employment type: Regular, Full-time
Location: Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
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• The candidate will be responsible for managing a team to achieve optimal performance in delivering regional goals and objectives.
• The candidate will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of the organization’s corporate strategies related to the delivery of First Nations consultation.
• The candidate will be responsible for developing First Nation engagement strategies and action plans to address emerging client needs, monitoring implementation, evaluating results, and determining appropriate follow-up actions to ensure consultation requirements are met.
• The candidate will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of new strategic business processes related to First Nations consultation.
• The candidate will be responsible for building relationships with provincial colleagues across all locations to gather information on First Nations consultation requirements, trends, and opportunities.
• The candidate will be responsible for participating in provincial-level government decisions regarding major initiatives, resourcing, budgets, and scheduling related to First Nations consultation.
• The candidate will be responsible for developing in-depth knowledge of local First Nations issues and client business by identifying and addressing knowledge gaps related to sector-wide resource management and local information.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing professional First Nations consultation advice to clients regarding options and activities within their area of specialty.
• The candidate will be responsible for supervising staff, assigning work, developing and evaluating performance plans, approving leave requests, responding to grievances, and exercising disciplinary authority.
• The candidate will be responsible for directing and designing the implementation of new government policies related to First Nations consultation for Natural Resource Agencies.
• The candidate will be responsible for leading new initiatives and recommending policy or program changes related to First Nations consultation within government policy.
• The candidate will be responsible for overseeing First Nations consultation staff to ensure the Crown’s duty to consult is fulfilled on major multi-agency projects, including the clean energy project.
• The candidate will be responsible for developing, negotiating, and managing professional services contracts.
• The candidate will be responsible for managing the sub-regional budget and any additional funding sources, including acting as the expense authority.
• The candidate will be responsible for participating in special projects and assignments as requested.
• The candidate will be responsible for acting on behalf of the Director of Resource Authorizations as required.
• The candidate will be responsible for building an inclusive workplace culture where employees feel represented and supported in their careers.
• The candidate will be responsible for promoting a workplace culture that values safe and healthy work practices.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must possess a Master’s degree or higher in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Agrology, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, along with at least three (3) years of recent, related experience.
• The candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Agrology, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, along with at least four (4) years of recent, related experience.
• The candidate must possess a Diploma in Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Agrology, Indigenous Studies, or a related field, along with at least seven (7) years of recent, related experience.
• The candidate will be considered if they possess a suitable combination of education, training, and/or relevant experience.
• The candidate must have obtained the required experience within the last eight (8) years.
• The candidate must possess a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or be able to obtain one within six (6) months.
• The candidate must have experience leading consultations and/or participating in negotiations with Indigenous peoples.
• The candidate must have experience building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities.
• The candidate must have experience leading and resolving complex issues involving staff and clients.
• The candidate must have experience supervising, leading, coaching, and mentoring staff.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience negotiating consultation agreements.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in the natural resource sector, including forestry, mining, land, water, or wildlife.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience managing multiple projects and assignments.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience consulting with First Nations communities in Northern BC.
• Preference will be given to candidates with experience supervising employees in a BC union environment.
• The candidate must be willing and able to travel as required to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
• The candidate must meet the safety standards established by WorkSafeBC.
• The candidate must be located in British Columbia at the time of employment.

Security and safety

• The candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal Record Check (CRC).
• The candidate will have access to flexible work options and may be eligible to work from home for up to two (2) days per week, subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
• The candidate will have the opportunity to join a team that offers an innovative, inclusive, and rewarding workplace.
• The employer will provide reasonable accommodations across all stages of the hiring process, including during assessment and selection.
• The employer offers competitive benefits, excellent learning opportunities, and rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities.