INTERMEDIATE INDIGENOUS ENGAGEMENT COORDINATORS
Top Benefits
About the role
We are seeking applications for full-time Intermediate Indigenous Engagement Coordinators that will, participate in various large-scale, lineal projects with a focus on overseeing Indigenous engagement and environmental stewardship in Northern British Columbia. This role is ideally based out of our Prince George, Smithers or Terrace office; however, working out of any of our DWB/Chartwell offices will be considered. The ideal Candidate(s) will play a key role in supporting communication, collaboration, and planning efforts with indigenous communities across British Columbia. As part of a regional team, you will lead the development and delivery of local engagement initiatives. Your work will ensure that engagement strategies, resources, and activities are well-coordinated, effectively integrated, and aligned with both strategic priorities and operational needs.
DUTIES
Job Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities for the Intermediate Indigenous Engagement Coordinator will include:
- Assisting Guardian Program initiatives to ensure indigenous community involvement and support across project area(s).
- Supporting coordination with Indigenous communities to develop culturally sensitive and environmentally responsible protocols.
- Managing communications and reporting between Land Guardians, owners/proponents, and contractors to ensure compliance and timely resolution of environmental concerns.
- Assisting in organizing training programs in partnership with Indigenous educational providers to build capacity in safety, fieldwork, and reporting skills.
- Supporting the facilitation of biannual community engagement events involving Indigenous leadership, elders, and youth.
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure positive community relations
- Monitoring and reporting on community feedback and concerns to the project team.
- Supporting Indigenous-owned businesses and partnerships to improve program delivery and logistics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree or diploma in a related discipline or equivalent related experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years of related experience in Indigenous community engagement, environmental stewardship, or governance.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities in a resource development, environmental stewardship, or governance capacity will be prioritized.
- Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols and experience on large capital project requirements.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage program logistics, reporting, and safety practices.
- Field experience with training in relevant safety certifications is an asset.
Key Skills & Abilities:
- Working within a dynamic team environment.
- Experience building and maintaining respectful working relationships with Indigenous Peoples.
- Knowledge of Indigenous community consultation and engagement processes.
- Project management and administrative skills and the proven ability to meet deliverables.
- Experience coordinating trainings.
- Organizational skills, including the ability to work under pressure, prioritize work, and to set and meet deadlines.
- Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and professional conduct to influence, collaborate with, and build consensus.
- Ability to direct and/or coordinate the work of consultants engaged in related works.
- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint skills.
- Ability to travel to Indigenous communities and events and lead community meetings and presentations
EXTRAS
- Flexible work schedule.
- Professional membership fees will be paid by the company (If applicable).
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Staff team-building events and company-sponsored trips.
BENEFITS
Health, dental, vision benefits and health spending account.
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
Vacation pay.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
DWB CONSULTING SERVICES LTD.
1579, 9th Avenue
Prince George BC V2L 3R8 CA
DWB Consulting Services Ltd (DWB) is a dynamic, multidisciplinary consulting firm that specializes in offering a full suite of value-added environmental, engineering, and forestry services to our clients in Western Canada. Since 1990, DWB has grown from a small family run business to a multifaceted company with over 200 staff in offices throughout British Columbia. Our core offices are located in Prince George, Fort St. John, Williams Lake, Chetwynd, Penticton, and Cranbrook, with field offices throughout the province. DWB remains a 100% employee-owned and operated company.
DWB has established a strong reputation for our ability to develop cost-effective solutions to complex environmental, engineering, and forestry challenges. Our internal structure focuses on a team environment, with a diverse staff that includes Professional Engineers (PEng), Professional Biologists (RPBio and PBiol), Professional Agrologists (PAg), Forest Professionals (RPF, RFT), and Professionals in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC).
We also have a full complementary staff of technologists, technicians, and specialists in a variety of disciplines (AScT, RBTech). As such, any project which we accept is considered within the context of our multidisciplinary team. This approach ensures that solutions are practical, environmentally sound, operationally feasible, and economical.
INTERMEDIATE INDIGENOUS ENGAGEMENT COORDINATORS
Top Benefits
About the role
We are seeking applications for full-time Intermediate Indigenous Engagement Coordinators that will, participate in various large-scale, lineal projects with a focus on overseeing Indigenous engagement and environmental stewardship in Northern British Columbia. This role is ideally based out of our Prince George, Smithers or Terrace office; however, working out of any of our DWB/Chartwell offices will be considered. The ideal Candidate(s) will play a key role in supporting communication, collaboration, and planning efforts with indigenous communities across British Columbia. As part of a regional team, you will lead the development and delivery of local engagement initiatives. Your work will ensure that engagement strategies, resources, and activities are well-coordinated, effectively integrated, and aligned with both strategic priorities and operational needs.
DUTIES
Job Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities for the Intermediate Indigenous Engagement Coordinator will include:
- Assisting Guardian Program initiatives to ensure indigenous community involvement and support across project area(s).
- Supporting coordination with Indigenous communities to develop culturally sensitive and environmentally responsible protocols.
- Managing communications and reporting between Land Guardians, owners/proponents, and contractors to ensure compliance and timely resolution of environmental concerns.
- Assisting in organizing training programs in partnership with Indigenous educational providers to build capacity in safety, fieldwork, and reporting skills.
- Supporting the facilitation of biannual community engagement events involving Indigenous leadership, elders, and youth.
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure positive community relations
- Monitoring and reporting on community feedback and concerns to the project team.
- Supporting Indigenous-owned businesses and partnerships to improve program delivery and logistics.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree or diploma in a related discipline or equivalent related experience.
- Minimum 3-5 years of related experience in Indigenous community engagement, environmental stewardship, or governance.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities in a resource development, environmental stewardship, or governance capacity will be prioritized.
- Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultural protocols and experience on large capital project requirements.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage program logistics, reporting, and safety practices.
- Field experience with training in relevant safety certifications is an asset.
Key Skills & Abilities:
- Working within a dynamic team environment.
- Experience building and maintaining respectful working relationships with Indigenous Peoples.
- Knowledge of Indigenous community consultation and engagement processes.
- Project management and administrative skills and the proven ability to meet deliverables.
- Experience coordinating trainings.
- Organizational skills, including the ability to work under pressure, prioritize work, and to set and meet deadlines.
- Ability to exercise tact, diplomacy, and professional conduct to influence, collaborate with, and build consensus.
- Ability to direct and/or coordinate the work of consultants engaged in related works.
- MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint skills.
- Ability to travel to Indigenous communities and events and lead community meetings and presentations
EXTRAS
- Flexible work schedule.
- Professional membership fees will be paid by the company (If applicable).
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Staff team-building events and company-sponsored trips.
BENEFITS
Health, dental, vision benefits and health spending account.
Retirement savings plan with employer contribution.
Vacation pay.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
DWB CONSULTING SERVICES LTD.
1579, 9th Avenue
Prince George BC V2L 3R8 CA
DWB Consulting Services Ltd (DWB) is a dynamic, multidisciplinary consulting firm that specializes in offering a full suite of value-added environmental, engineering, and forestry services to our clients in Western Canada. Since 1990, DWB has grown from a small family run business to a multifaceted company with over 200 staff in offices throughout British Columbia. Our core offices are located in Prince George, Fort St. John, Williams Lake, Chetwynd, Penticton, and Cranbrook, with field offices throughout the province. DWB remains a 100% employee-owned and operated company.
DWB has established a strong reputation for our ability to develop cost-effective solutions to complex environmental, engineering, and forestry challenges. Our internal structure focuses on a team environment, with a diverse staff that includes Professional Engineers (PEng), Professional Biologists (RPBio and PBiol), Professional Agrologists (PAg), Forest Professionals (RPF, RFT), and Professionals in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC).
We also have a full complementary staff of technologists, technicians, and specialists in a variety of disciplines (AScT, RBTech). As such, any project which we accept is considered within the context of our multidisciplinary team. This approach ensures that solutions are practical, environmentally sound, operationally feasible, and economical.