Environmental Stewardship Analyst, Musqueam

at  Musqueam Indian Band

About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ speaking people. Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members. We live on a small portion of our traditional territory, known as the Musqueam Indian Reserve, located south of Marine Drive near the mouth of the Fraser River. The name Musqueam relates back to the River Plant, the name of the plant is məθkʷəy̓. There is a story that has been passed on from generation to generation that explains how we became known as the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) - People of the River Plant. We have always moved throughout our territory using the resources it provides for fishing, hunting, trapping and gathering. We remain distinct and our cultural practices are strong, despite the devastating impacts of residential schools, colonial laws banning our ceremonies, and other attempts to assimilate our people. Our lands and waters continue to support our cultural and economic practices while serving as a source of knowledge and memory, encoded with our teachings and laws. To learn more about Musqueam, please visit www.musqueam.bc.ca

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Environmental Stewardship Analyst provides technical support to the Environmental Stewardship Department (ESD) Coordinators & Program Manager, and as directed, to other departments within the Title & Rights Division such as the Fisheries Department, Intergovernmental Affairs Department, and Lands Governance Department. The Environmental Stewardship Analyst will report directly to the Environmental Stewardship Manager and duties will involve working with other Analysts and ESD staff. This position works closely with Environmental/Musqueam staff and other parties to implement Musqueam’s environmental stewardship plans, programs and communications, which will include collaboration with partners, and engagement with community and Musqueam leadership.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Reviews and analyses referrals and proposed projects and plans;
• Conducts research, analysis, and provides support for negotiations in conjunction withproponents and other parties;
• Works closely with MIB technical staff to ensure leadership and community membersare engaged in, and informed about, environmental and stewardship projects;
• Assists in drafting various agreements with external partners, and other managementplans or professional documents;
• Assists in preparing briefing notes, internal/external reports, summaries, discussionpapers, factsheets, and other support-related material;
• Assists with implementing the environmental and stewardship plans to ensure alignmentwith other MIB initiatives and plans;
• Organizes community engagement sessions, including preparing presentation materialsand newsletters;
• Organizes educational activities for Musqueam community, scholastic and neighbouringcommunity groups;

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• Reports on and plans environmental stewardship projects (work plans, budgets, implementing strategies, etc.) in coordination with other team members and/or departments; and
• Other related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• University degree in environmental sciences or a related field (urban planning and/or political science) and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of one year’s experience in environmental management/policy/planning or similar, including experience working with committee and/or Council structures. Experience working for or with First Nations an asset.
• Proven experience working in and with environmental legislation, regulations, and policies.
• Strong understanding of Indigenous history, politics and law in British Columbia; cultural competency and knowledge of Musqueam cultural traditions and interests is preferred;
• Advanced skills in MS Office Software, Adobe Acrobat.
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills in presenting clear and concise findings for decision makers and writing a variety of proposals, policy and procedure drafts, reports, and other documentation;
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, persuasion, and consensus-building skills with the ability to work under pressure and independently within a team environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to establish and maintain successful and effective relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
• Ability to use tact and good judgement in dealing with sensitive and complex issues;
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle shifting priorities to produce results within deadlines.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Criminal Record Check.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office environment and may include offsite activities at assigned worksites
• Some evenings may be required

• Reviews and analyses referrals and proposed projects and plans;
• Conducts research, analysis, and provides support for negotiations in conjunction withproponents and other parties;
• Works closely with MIB technical staff to ensure leadership and community membersare engaged in, and informed about, environmental and stewardship projects;
• Assists in drafting various agreements with external partners, and other managementplans or professional documents;
• Assists in preparing briefing notes, internal/external reports, summaries, discussionpapers, factsheets, and other support-related material;
• Assists with implementing the environmental and stewardship plans to ensure alignmentwith other MIB initiatives and plans;
• Organizes community engagement sessions, including preparing presentation materialsand newsletters;
• Organizes educational activities for Musqueam community, scholastic and neighbouringcommunity groups