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Marine Environmental Project Manager
Reference No. LSG-LAN-MEPM-0424
PURPOSE: Reporting to the Lulumexun Lands & Self-Governance Director, the Marine Environmental Project Manager will be responsible for advancing all aspects of Cowichan Tribes environmental projects that hold potential to impact fresh water, estuarine environments and the marine foreshore. This work includes, but is not limited to, replacement of the Cowichan Lake Weir, Cowichan Riverscape Assessment, leading discussions on restoring Cowichan Tribes management of the Cowichan Bay Government Wharf, supporting the Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project, building understanding to mitigate against impacts to the Cowichan Estuary and Cowichan Bay, and working with the Province of British Columbia to develop the Xwulqw’selu Watershed Plan. The G2G Agreement, Water Sustainability Plan Terms of Reference and other planning documents lay out the scope of the planning process. This position works primarily in the office with some local travel required.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Cowichan Tribes offers an excellent benefit and pension plan available after successful completion of the probationary period. The position includes paid training, paid vacation and paid sick leave. Depending on experience, the position starts at $52.93 - $56.70 per hour ($96,339.96 - $103,202.19 annually).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed Planning Team Lead:
- Act as the Cowichan Tribes Planning Team Lead, directly leading substantive areas of policy, technical, and engagement work and supporting Cowichan Tribes and G2G decision-making
- Consult with the Lulumexun Lands & Self-Governance Director or designate to support, provide direction and/or manage staff, contracts, advisors as required
- Manage and support related Cowichan Tribes Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed initiatives, including the replacement of the Cowichan Lake Weir and the Cowichan Riverscape Assessment
- Initiate planning discussions to implement a Riparian Guardians Program
- Manage and support all project works related to the Cowichan Estuary Restoration Project
- Support research towards understanding and mitigating against the impacts of industrial activities in Cowichan Bay, both ongoing and historic
- Support involvement on the Cowichan Estuary Environmental Management Committee (CEEMC)
- Lead discussions to support returning the management of the Cowichan Bay Government Wharf to Cowichan Tribes
- Identify and create opportunities for Cowichan Tribes members including recruitment, support and mentorship
- Other related duties as required or assigned
Administrative Management & Financial Reporting:
- Prepare briefing materials and information for decisions on Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed Plan projects to relevant leadership committees, Chief & Council, Lulumexun Lands & Self-Governance Director & Associate Director and Operational Leadership Team
- Manage project related budgets (approx. $800k - $1.2M/year), fulfilling Cowichan Tribes’ financial administration role as the “Responsible Person”
- Procure grants and funding
- Report and administration of funding agreements and budgets
- Other related duties as required or assigned
Project Management:
- Under direction of the Lulumexun Lands & Self-Governance Director, assign, delegate, oversee and support the work of Cowichan Tribes staff, knowledge holders, legal counsel, advisors, and/or contractors contributing to the Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed Plan projects
- Collaborate with Lulumexun Lands & Self-Governance department programs and other Cowichan Tribes internal departments for program development
- Manage program staff, consultants, and contracts related to Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed Plan and related projects
- Participate as an active lead member in the G2G Planning Team
- Provide internal briefings to Cowichan Tribes representatives at the G2G table and support G2G meetings and negotiations
- Lead internal Cowichan Tribes engagement and approval processes
- Maintain briefings and review meeting schedules & agendas with committees and Chief and Council
- Lead technical and policy research tasks identified by the G2G Planning team to assist in developing the content of the Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watershed Plans
- Support the Xwulqw’selu Riparian Guardians Program Coordinator
- Initiate, convene and facilitate meetings of a Xwulqw’selu Cowichan Tribes Community Guidance Group
- Delegate, oversee and support delivery of Cowichan Tribes community engagement and communications
- Liaise with other Watershed projects and partners
- Represent Cowichan Tribes at external tables and communications
- Other related duties as required or assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (please attach all required documents)
- Post-Secondary Degree in Policy, Law, Environmental Management or a related field
- A combination of related education, training and experience may be considered
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in related field including in manager capacity
- Experience with financial and budget management
- Experience managing capital projects
- Experience developing and implementing strategic plans
- Experience with financial and budget management
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (C.R.C) required
- Valid BC Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required
- Effective December 1, 2021: full vaccination against COVID-19 is required to be eligible for employment at Cowichan Tribes. Employees must show Proof of Vaccination as a mandatory condition of employment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Strong understanding of water and watershed planning, law, and governance including the Water Sustainability Act, UNDRIP, and DRIPA
- Strong understanding of the Cowichan and Xwulqw’selu Watersheds
- Strong understanding of First Nations governance
- Ability to foster and sustain relationships between multiple levels of government as well as with industry
- Strategic leadership skills; including the ability to lead a team and manage complex multi-year projects
- Advanced critical thinking, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and to perform well with minimal supervision
- Strong policy and technical analysis skills
- Demonstrated conflict management skills
- Knowledge of Cowichan culture, protocols, teachings, language, and community is considered an asset
- Knowledge of the Cowichan Tribes organization, business, and operations is considered an asset
HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references to Human Resources by email before the deadline with the Reference No. in the subject line of your email.
Reference No. LSG-LAN-MEPM-0424
Cowichan Tribes Human Resources Department
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.cowichantribes.com/employment
Deadline: Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree
Job Experience: 5 years or more
Rate: $96,339.96 to $103,202.19 Year
