BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Indigenous Relations team at [Company Name] works collaboratively with Indigenous communities, government partners and internal teams to support meaningful engagement, consultation and reconciliation. The team is committed to building respectful, trusting relationships, recognizing Indigenous rights and interests, and ensuring Indigenous perspectives are considered in highway projects and related decisions. 

The Role
As the Project Coordinator, Indigenous Relations, you will help coordinate consultation and engagement activities with Indigenous communities for highway projects, support negotiations and identify opportunities to address community concerns and interests. You will also contribute to reconciliation efforts involving highway right-of-way on reserve lands, while building positive relationships, coordinating project information and providing advice to support fair, respectful and inclusive outcomes. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful partnerships and help advance reconciliation through collaborative and culturally respectful practices.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Indigenous Relations, geography, archaeology, anthropology, political science, public administration, forestry, natural resources, regional planning, law, business administration or related field, and related experience; OR 
• A Diploma in geography, archaeology, anthropology, political science, public administration, forestry, natural resources, regional planning, law, business administration or related field, and two (2) years of related experience; OR 
• A certificate in geography, archaeology, anthropology, political science, public administration, forestry, natural resources, regional planning, law, business administration or related field, and three (3) years of related experience; OR 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
• A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience managing multiple projects and negotiations.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities. 
• 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:

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with Indigenous communities.
• Operational experience with highway infrastructure.
• Experience with property acquisition, surveys, contract services, and tenure related negotiations.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sarah.Brown@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position requires full-time, in-person work at one of the physical locations listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.

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.