JOB SUMMARY:

The Referrals Analyst is a detail-oriented critical thinker who thrives in a growing, fast-paced work environment and has environmental and/or resource management expertise and as a liaison with municipalities, Crown governments, regulatory authorities, and proponents. This person is a driving force behind Tsleil-Waututh’s multi-disciplinary assessment of referrals within the territory. In this critical role, you will work as part of a team to:

• Review and analyze referrals in accordance with the Tsleil-Waututh Stewardship Policy
• Assess potential impacts that proposed development projects and policy changes may have on Tsleil-Waututh’s rights, title and interests
• Facilitate the review process of referrals in a team setting
• Provide support to Tsleil-Waututh Staff in the monitoring of project applications, including project administration, budgeting and organizational tasks
• Represent Tsleil-Waututh on project files and build relationships with external agencies and proponents
• Support the Consultation and Accommodation Manager in all other tasks

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works closely and collaboratively with the Senior Referrals Analyst or Consultation & Accommodation Manager, and other staff in the Treaty, Lands and Resources Department to analyses and assess land use decisions, proposed projects and policies that may impact Tsleil-Waututh territories, traditional use areas, and interests.
• Under the Senior Referrals Analyst or Consultation & Accommodation Manager’s supervision, the Referrals Analyst manages various referrals in accordance with the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Stewardship Policy. This includes:
  1. Determining potential impacts of proposed development projects, policies or plans on Tsleil-Waututh’s rights, title and interests including assessing cumulative impacts and future implications, and providing impact/benefit analyses where required.
  2. Facilitating the environmental review of projects, plans and policies proposed within the Tsleil-Waututh Consultation Area. Critique the processes of assessment and contribute solutions for improvement.
  3. Assessing potential benefits, including educational or economic opportunities for members of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation.
  4. Examining the proposed project, plan or policy from a holistic view that takes into account history, cumulative impacts and power dynamics.
• Supports the Senior Referrals Analyst or Consultation & Accommodation Manager to ensure the vision laid out in the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Declaration, Stewardship Policy, economic development strategy and overall Tsleil-Waututh philosophy is met.
• Supports the Referrals Analyst in meeting and liaising with municipalities, Crown governments, regulatory authorities, proponents and other Indigenous Nations regarding referral projects.
• Prepare, facilitate and lead internal and external meetings.
• Works to establish positive working relationships with municipalities, Crown governments, regulatory authorities, proponents and other Indigenous Nations.
• Direct communications with municipalities, Crown governments, regulatory authorities, proponents and other Indigenous Nations on a technical level, signing off on technical level communications.
• Draft reports/letters of response to municipalities, Crown governments, regulatory authorities and proponents.
• Prepares cost estimates or Contribution Funding Agreements for Tsleil-Waututh participation in the referral process.
• Project management tasks including budget invoicing, budget reporting, activity tracking and scheduling, deadline and progress management, communications management, and all other necessary tasks.
• Supports the coordination of Social and Economic Development Agreements between TWN and the proponent.
• Approach proposals, agreements and related opportunities with creativity and a multi-disciplinary, holistic mindset that honours the needs of the Tsleil-Waututh community.
• Liaise with external agencies, as required to ensure Referrals Management Program goals are met
• Facilitates efficient records management of files along with the Treaty, Lands and Resources team.
• Supports the Senior Referrals Analyst or Consultation & Accommodation Manager to prepare and present updates and analysis results to leadership, colleagues, community members and proponents.
• Provides input into Departmental communications and outreach, which may include the development of presentations, media releases and council information packages.
• Takes initiative and leadership in establishing new components to the TLR assessment process and consultation agreements/relationship-building as guided by the Senior Referrals Analyst or Consultation & Accommodation Manager.
• Assist with the implementation and delivery of other Department initiatives as directed.
• Provide input into the development of funding proposals, reports and other deliverables.
• Participates as a member of the Treaty, Lands and Resources Department team.

• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Sciences or related field plus three (3) years of relevant work experience.
• May consider alternate combinations of education and relevant work experience.
• Experience with Indigenous consultation and negotiations processes an asset
• Previous experience working in an Indigenous community and/or organization is preferred
• Must successfully pass a Criminal Record Check
• Must comply with TWN’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent communication and analytical skills; attention to detail.
• Self-motivated; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Brings a creative and unconventional approach to problem-solving (ability to think outside the box).
• Proficient with computers, the Internet and Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure; demonstrate flexibility, cooperation and ability to shift priorities rapidly.
• Ability to solve practical problems in a culturally appropriate manner and deal with a variety of variables in situations.
• Understanding of the current and historical culture of the Coast Salish Peoples.
• Understanding of Indigenous rights and title, particularly in the context of B.C.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands 

Mental Focus 

• Must synthesize complex and diverse information
• Must remain calm, professional, objective and constructive.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Must model adherence to established systems and processes
• Provide detailed and comprehensive strategic advice with little notice
• Highly-developed ability to work under pressure

Environmental Conditions 

• Dynamic environment with multiple demands, changing priorities and constant interruptions.
• Highly sensitive legal, confidential and political issues and environment
• Engagement with other departments, and levels of Crown and Indigenous governments.

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