ADMN O 27R - Indigenous Relations Advisor

The Team
The Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation team is a highly impactful provincial team, dedicated to fostering partnerships with First Nations and advancing reconciliation in British Columbia. This close-knit, small, collaborative team plays a crucial role in supporting BC Parks, Recreation Sites, and Trails to be trusted partners in land stewardship. Deeply committed to learning, safety, and inclusivity, this team fosters a respectful, safe, and forward-thinking environment where every member’s contributions drive positive change.

The Role
In this role, you will support strategic priorities that intersect stewardship, recreation, and reconciliation, making a meaningful difference across diverse program areas. You’ll collaborate closely with BC Parks and Rec Sites and Trails teams across the organization and in regional operations to cultivate partnerships with First Nations, develop practical policy that addresses real-life challenges, and ensure the implementation of provincial reconciliation commitments. Your work will have a significant, lasting impact on parks and protected areas, shaping a future that honours and incorporates Indigenous knowledge and responsibilities in collaborative land stewardship.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree (Graduate/Master’s degree preferred) in Indigenous Relations, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Law, Business, Public Administration or a related field and a minimum of three years of directly related experience. OR;
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience in provincial/strategic level policy analysis and development related to environmental management and/or Indigenous relations.
• Experience with program development and project management, including developing proposals, scoping project requirements, directing the work of project resources (e.g., colleagues, contractors, or consultants), managing project budgets, and ensuring project deliverables are completed.
• Experience in leading and/or facilitating effective operation of multi-disciplinary and multi-organizational teams.
• Experience dealing with senior officials and providing advice and recommendations.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• Experience with interpretation of Canadian case law, legislation, acts and policies.
• Experience with First Nations issues and principles of collaboration.
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations and/or communities.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dawn.Smith@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 11/07/2025. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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