BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 24 base position

Job Overview

The Advisor, indigenous Relations provides advice to Ministry staff on First Nations’ consultation activities for highway projects. Highway projects are on Crown land and require a determination of the impact on First Nations’ identified or potentially claimed or proven Indigenous interests. This position also provides advice to Ministry staff on how to address First Nations’ concerns while minimizing any negative impacts on projects. In specific situations, this position may lead First Nations’ consultation for certain highway projects where there is high economic value, high risk for legal challenges, or high political impacts.
This position also supports 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 Advisor, Indigenous Relations provides leadership to processes which endeavour to anticipate and resolve a broad range of concerns.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in geography, forestry, natural resources, regional planning, law, business administration or related field, with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience or equivalent; OR,
• A relevant diploma with a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; OR,
• A relevant certificate with a minimum of six (6) years of related experience.
• Note: An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered. 
   

Related experience includes at least four (4) or more of the following:

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with First Nations’ communities.
• Experience in participating and/or leading the consultation process with First Nations.
• Experience in negotiating agreements and settlements with First Nations.
• Experience managing multiple projects and negotiations.
• Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, historical highway right of way, resource management, social or economic development issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or both of the following:

• Operational experience with highway infrastructure.
• Experience with property acquisition, surveys, contract services, and tenure related negotiations.

Provisos 

• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the Ministry. Note: it is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brad.Mcrobert@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Amendment May 5, 2026: posting closing date extended to May13, 2026.
This position can be based in a Northern BC community MOTT District or Regional Office. 
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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 the Your Job Application page of MyHR.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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.