Referral Coordinator

POSITION: REFERRALS COORDINATOR

Under the general direction of the Director of Operations, the Referrals Coordinator is responsible for matters related to Halalt First Nation as it pertains to private referrals involving projects and initiatives in the Quw’utsun Land and Marine Territory that could have impacts to Halalt First Nation’s rights and interests.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This is a permanent full-time position (35 hours per week). Halalt First Nation offers excellent benefits and pension after successful completion of the probationary period. The position includes paid vacation and sick leave. Depending on experience, the position has a salaried rate of $35.00 - $55.00 per hour.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the timely assessment and processing of land referral requests;
• Maintain a referrals tracking sheet, filing system and database;
• Conduct research regarding referral and permit requests, coordinating with appropriate internal staff and advisors (including legal advisors);
• Ongoing communication and attendance at technical meetings with proponents;
• Maintain confidentiality on all land management issues;
• Liaise and consult with staff of other Quw’utsun Nation, Halalt members, as well as with government and professional agencies (including Archaeology companies, professional biologists, surveyors, lawyers, etc.);
• Provide guidance, advice and support on legislation regulations, tenure renewals and licensing, and changing policies to Council, Halalt First Nation staff, Halalt First Nation members and others involved in the business of the Nation to ensure both policy and legislative compliance;
• Assist the team and leadership with other deliverables as required.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Certificate, diploma or degree in one or more of the following areas: Land Management, Environmental Studies, Human Geography, First Nations Studies and/or Aboriginal Law;
• Strong interpersonal skills; must have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as be a cooperative and contributing member in a team environment;
• A valid BC Driver’s License is required;
• Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Access & Excel) and proficient data management skills is required;
• Must be capable of working flexible hours inclusive of evenings when required;
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role working with First Nations is preferred;
• Experience with referral management databases, GIS, and mapping technologies is an asset;
• Extensive knowledge of federal, provincial and local government regulations, including familiarity with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC), Section 35 of the Constitution Act and the Provincial Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA);
• Knowledge of Aboriginal Rights & Title and governance, including Section 35 rights, relevant case law and UNDRIP;
• Knowledge and understanding of the Halalt First Nation’s culture, history, reserve lands, traditional territory, and Treaty status are an asset.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / OTHER:

• The role can be hybrid, but will require a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
• The role will require occasional travel to attend meetings throughout the Quw’utsun Nation territory.

Preference may be given to qualified individuals that are members of the Quw’utsun Nation or of First Nation ancestry.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references to pm@web-bc.ca by email before April 28th, 2025.