ADMN O 30R – Assistant Negotiator

Job title: ADMN O 30R – Assistant Negotiator

Job description: Although this position has onsite office based requirements, it may temporarily be performed virtually due to the current extraordinary circumstances related to COVID-19. This may remain in place until physical distancing advisories are lifted.
Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.

A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation (EMLI) is working to ensure First Nations can participate in, and benefit from, the natural resource sector in BC. The Strategic and Indigenous Affairs Division (Division) provides a hubfor EMLI work on strategic initiatives such as the Environmental Stewardship Initiative (ESI), Indigenous relations, natural resource management initiatives and intergovernmental relations.

Through the Environmental Stewardship Initiative, First Nations are working in partnership with the Province on environmental monitoring and stewardship projects. The ESI is led corporately by the Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, but also includes team members from the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and the Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations & Rural Development. This innovative cross-government team approach helps ensure that First Nations and stakeholders have a coordinated and consistent delivery mechanism for ESI projects

The Assistant Negotiator conducts negotiations on behalf of the Province in bi and/or tripartite working groups, working tables and inter-ministerial working groups with First Nations, Industry and the federal government. The incumbent provides strategic planning advice on approaches to negotiations; assists Negotiators to identify the range of issues to be negotiated and formulates negotiations strategies through consultation with line ministries. The Assistant Negotiator leads or participates in working groups with line ministry representatives concerning issues that will be negotiated by the Province. The Assistant Negotiator assists in the development of provincial mandates through participation on internal working groups and assists in the development of specific mandates on assigned components or elements of treaty or other negotiations. The Assistant Negotiator may be involved in a number of projects that support resource development activities and address aboriginal interests, as well as projects that may be linked to and support resource development negotiations with First Nations. All responsibilities are carried out with integrity and in accordance with the shared BC Public Service Values of Courage, Teamwork, Passion, Accountability, Service and Curiosity.

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The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For advice and guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview for this opportunity, we invite applicants to connect with the Indigenous Applicant Advisor Amanda by email: or by phone: 778-698-1336.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact . DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• Degree in Law, Public Administration, Business Administration, Conflict Resolution, Indigenous Studies, Geography, Economics, Political Science, History, Natural Resource Sciences or other related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and/or related experience may be considered.
• Minimum two years of cumulative related experience, which must include at least two of the following:

• Experience leading, and/or participating in, negotiations with First Nations in a bi and/ortripartite environment; or comparable* negotiating experience in matters of similar profile and significance.

• *”Comparable” experience includes at least one of the following:

• Outcome based negotiations with a concrete result,
• A clear mandate obtained from the principals of each party,
• Development of formal, usually written, agreements that are implemented,
• Substantive subject matter of significant value (e.g., resources, land, union/management or economic agreements),
• Complex and multifaceted.
• Experience conducting complex research and analysis related to land use, resource management, social or economic development issues.
• Experience in policy development or program development and delivery.
• Experience managing multiple projects and/or assignments.

• Preference may be given to candidates with experience working with Indigenous organizations and/or communities.
• Preference may be given to candidates with experience in conflict resolution.
• Preference may be given to candidates who self-identify as Indigenous.

Willingness Statements:

• Frequent travel throughout the province for extended periods with little notice is a requirement of this position.
• A valid Class 5, BC Driver’s licence (or equivalent) is required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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 (COMPREHENSIVE): YES – As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and your accountabilities and accomplishments.

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