STO 24R - Indigenous Relations and Restorative Justice Officer

Government of British Columbia; Dawson Creek; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency is seeking an Indigenous Relations Restorative Justice Officer to lead reconciliation efforts and foster relationships with Indigenous communities. This role requires building trust-based partnerships and ensuring Indigenous interests are part of compliance practices. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree or diploma, conflict management skills, and experience in negotiations. Strong preference will be given to Indigenous applicants, supporting a commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in relevant fields like forestry, resource management, or environmental science.
• Experience managing conflict involving diverse perspectives.
• Preference for applicants identifying as Indigenous or with consultation experience.

Responsibilities

• Advance reconciliation and foster government-to-government relationships.
• Ensure Indigenous interests are integrated into enforcement practices.
• Lead collaborative approaches to conflict resolution.

Skills

Conflict management

Building partnerships

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline

Diploma in relevant discipline

Job description

The Team

The Ministry of Forests’ Natural Resource Officer Service (NROS) delivers a full range of natural resource compliance and enforcement activities, including education, promotion and compliance with regulatory requirements and conducting major environmental investigations. The NROS supports the management and delivery of compliance and enforcement activities in a manner that is timely, appropriate and consistent with the mandate of the Ministry.

The Role

The Indigenous Relations Restorative Justice Officer plays a critical leadership role in advancing reconciliation, fostering government-to-government relationships, and supporting restorative justice initiatives within the Natural Resource Officer Service (NROS). This position is responsible for building trust-based partnerships with Indigenous communities, ensuring Indigenous interests are integrated into enforcement practices, and leading collaborative approaches to conflict resolution and compliance.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in a relevant discipline. Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to: forestry, resource management, biology, environmental science, communications, agrology, planning, archaeology, and anthropology; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training may also be considered.
• Experience managing conflict involving multiple individuals with diverse perspectives and interests.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Those who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit);
• Recent (within 5 years) experience leading consultations and/or participating in negotiations with First Nations;
• Recent (within 5 years) operational experience in natural resource management;
• Experience in natural resource law enforcement;
• Experience working with Indigenous peoples and/or communities in Canada and participating in consultation with First Nations.

About this Position

This position can be located in one of the Ministry’s North Area Offices: Dawson Creek, Prince George, Smithers or Terrace.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Depending on a successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future similar vacancies in the North Area.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non‑status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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How to Apply

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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Questionnaire: YES

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Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.