Environmental stewardship / Guardian Program Coordinator
- Vancouver, BC, Canada
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Full-time
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Position: Guardian Program Coordinator
Organization: Musqueam Indian Band
Location: On-site, 6735 Salish Dr., Vancouver BC
About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking people.
Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members.
Many of our members 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. Musqueam has stewarded the Fraser River estuary and much of Metro Vancouver for thousands of years. musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Guardian Program Manager, the Guardian Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the operational delivery of environmental stewardship field work within Musqueam’s Traditional Territory. The Guardian Coordinator will oversee scheduling, training and equipment requirements for Guardian participation in projects that protect, enhance, restore and increase Musqueam presence on its lands and waters.
The Guardian Program Coordinator will also support with developing new environmental initiatives and activities for Guardian staff. As part of their work, the Guardian Program Coordinator will establish and maintain liaison with a wide variety of internal and external contacts. This position is a 2-year term position.
Roles & Responsibilities
Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.
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Position: Guardian Program Coordinator
Organization: Musqueam Indian Band
Location: On-site, 6735 Salish Dr., Vancouver BC
About Musqueam
We are traditional hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓-speaking people.
Today, we are a strong, growing community of over 1,300 members.
Many of our members 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. Musqueam has stewarded the Fraser River estuary and much of Metro Vancouver for thousands of years. musqueam.bc.ca
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Guardian Program Manager, the Guardian Program Coordinator is responsible for supporting the operational delivery of environmental stewardship field work within Musqueam’s Traditional Territory. The Guardian Coordinator will oversee scheduling, training and equipment requirements for Guardian participation in projects that protect, enhance, restore and increase Musqueam presence on its lands and waters.
The Guardian Program Coordinator will also support with developing new environmental initiatives and activities for Guardian staff. As part of their work, the Guardian Program Coordinator will establish and maintain liaison with a wide variety of internal and external contacts. This position is a 2-year term position.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Coordinate scheduling for the Guardians.
- Lead the procurement, maintenance and the intra-departmental sharing of equipment, including laboratory, field, and monitoring equipment
- Develop workplans for equipment maintenance schedules.
- Coordinate implementation and operational delivery of environment and stewardship plans and projects (workplans, strategies, etc.).
- Identify training and equipment needs for Guardians to ensure their safety in the field.
- Establish communications and coordinate between internal and external parties with respect to field work.
- Support the continual development of the Guardian program through implementation of initiatives and work activities. Reviews, analyses, and prepares summaries, presentations, and graphical representations of proposals and reports.
- Archive and manage field reports from Guardians to support critical decision-making processes.
- Coordinate with other departmental staff (e.g. Analysts, Coordinators, Program Managers, and Interns) on various projects and plans.
- Organize community engagement sessions, including preparing presentation materials and newsletters.
- Assists management in preparing briefing notes, internal/external reports, summaries, discussion papers, factsheets, and other support related material.
- Leads or participates in meetings related to large projects in order to coordinate information for multiple departments across the organization.
- Other related duties as required.
- Completion of a Post-secondary degree in biology, natural resource management or related field and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in environmental and First Nations issues, environmental policy, broad-level program management, experience within a local government or First Nations organization; or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience.
- Proven experience working in and with environmental legislation, regulations and policies preferred; experience working with committee and/or Council structures.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver environmental fieldwork safely and effectively while following established safety policies, procedures and protocols. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, persuasion, and consensus-building skills with the ability to work under pressure and independently within a team environment.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain successful and effective relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and handle shifting priorities to produce results within deadlines.
- Cultural competency and sensitivity towards MIBs cultural traditions with the ability to use sound judgment and diplomacy in high stress/conflict situations.
- Advanced skills in MS Office software, Adobe Acrobat.
- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Criminal record check.
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.
- Work is performed in an office environment and may include offsite activities at assigned worksites.
- Some evenings, early mornings and weekends may be required.
Our success as a leader as a First Nations Government is built on the traditional teachings of our people, initiative and dedication of the Musqueam Indian Band. Providing a highly engaged traditional government that is member focused.
- Competitive salary
- Training and career development
- Business casual environment
- Community fitness and gym access
- Comprehensive group benefits plan and pension plan
- Centrally located with free parking; free onsite gym and class access; close to nature trails at UBC and along the Fraser River, shops, restaurants and services
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Responsibilities
Coordinate Guardian schedules, training, equipment, and the operational delivery of environmental stewardship fieldwork and projects across Musqueam’s Traditional Territory. Support program development, manage field reports and project information, coordinate internal and external stakeholders, and prepare materials for community engagement and decision-making.
Requirements
Requires a post-secondary degree in biology, natural resource management, or a related field, plus at least two years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates should have environmental fieldwork safety knowledge, strong analytical, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills, cultural competency, advanced Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat skills, a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license, and the ability to pass a criminal record check.
Skills
- Environmental Stewardship
- Program Coordination
- Fieldwork Safety
- Scheduling
- Equipment Procurement and Maintenance
- Workplan Development
- Environmental Project Delivery
- Training Needs Assessment
- Stakeholder Communication
- Report Analysis and Preparation
- Records Management
- Community Engagement
- Meeting Coordination
- Consensus Building
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office
Benefits
- Training and Career Development
- Business Casual Environment
- Community Fitness and Gym Access
- Comprehensive Group Benefits Plan
- Pension Plan
- Free Parking
- Free Onsite Gym and Class Access
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Government & Public Sector
- Management & Leadership
- Science & Research
- Administrative
Keywords
- Environmental Stewardship
- Guardian Program
- Environmental Fieldwork
- Traditional Territory
- Natural Resource Management
- Biology
- Environmental Legislation
- Environmental Regulations
- Environmental Policy
- Program Management
- Workplans
- Equipment Procurement
- Equipment Maintenance
- Field Monitoring Equipment
- Laboratory Equipment
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Field Reports
- Environmental Initiatives
- Community Engagement
- First Nations
- Local Government
- Committee Structures
- Council Structures
- Microsoft Office
- Adobe Acrobat
- Class 5 BC Driver’s License
- Cultural Competency
- Consensus Building
- Stakeholder Relations