Land and Resources Planner, Treaty 8 Tribal Association

The Treaty 8 Tribal Association provides a range of advisory services for its member First Nations in Northeast British Columbia.  The Land and Resources Planner will play a key role in natural resources planning activities within Treaty 8 territory.  The Land and Resources Planner will be responsible for facilitating dialogue amongst Treaty 8 First Nations, the BC Government and industry with respect to planning processes in Treaty 8 territory. 

The ideal candidate will possess the following education, skills and experience:

• Preferably a Masters Degree or Doctorate in one of the following fields of study: natural resource management, environmental science, biology, forestry or planning;
• Familiarity with bioregional-community and conservation-based planning processes;
• Strong understanding of relevant land use planning legislation and processes;
• Knowledge of the various resource sectors in northeast British Columbia;
• Familiarity with environmental impact assessment legislation and processes;
• Experience in project management processes;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Ability to work well independently and in a team environment;
• Proven organizational, communication and administrative skills;
• Experience and a good understanding of First Nations issues.

Interested persons may submit their resume, cover letter and three references to: 

Kieran Broderick, Director of Land and Resources

Treaty 8 Tribal Association

10233-100^th Avenue, Fort St. John, BC.,V1J 1Y8

Telephone: (250) 785-0612

Fax: (250) 785-2021

Email: kbroderick@treaty8.bc.ca

Deadline for applications is July 11, 2008