Referral Coordinator Job at Hecate Strait Employment Development Society (Prince Rupert or Lax Kw’alaam)

Referral Coordinator

Hecate Strait Employment Development Society

Location:
Canada , Prince Rupert or Lax Kw’alaam

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

25.00 - 35.00 CAD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Referral Coordinator is responsible for leading consultation and to reduce adverse industrial and anthropologic impacts on Lax Kw’alaams Rights and Title. Referrals will be processed as per data management policies and practises and checked for completeness prior to the implementation of Lax Kw’alaams referral assessment that incorporates three inimitable processes (technical, cultural and heritage, Guardian). Each assessment contributes to the consultation record and together formulate a means to evaluate and determine potential immediate and future impacts on Lax Kw’alaams Rights and Title. Through the use of referral tools and process review, the Referral Coordinator provides professionally informed, culturally based, permit and project referral responses to regulators and proponents.

Job Responsibility:

Initiate referral submission adequacy review as first point of contact for referrals intake while maintaining and growing regulator, proponent and third-party consultant relations
Manage multiple referral files while maintaining response timelines and providing professional quality written materials and work products
Analyse technical reports to identify potential issues and make recommendations to the project to reduce adverse impacts
Coordinate with department staff to ensure the accurate and timely preparation, facilitation and response of consultations and permit letters to all referral applications received
Consistent maintenance and organization of referral, consultation and permit documents to maintain records/documents to preserving knowledge
Participate in meetings, conduct field site visits, and interact with technical representatives of proponents and regulators
Data entry of past consultation and referral records into the Connect Portal and other databases
Development of internal policy related to consultation and permitting as needed
Draft reports, letters, monthly community newsletter referral updates, and other written responses as directed
Draft briefing notes and provide recommendations to Executive Director on issues relating to environmental assessment permits, proposed projects and environmental monitoring activities
Provide guidance, advice and support on land management legislation regulations, leasing matters, policies and practices
Provide interdepartmental support as required from time to time as directed by management
Maintains confidentiality as per policy guidelines

Requirements:

Diploma or degree, or equivalent experience, in resource management, GIS, land management, environmental studies, physical or biological science, ecology or other environmental science, as well as First Nations studies and/or Aboriginal Law
1 Year of experience as a Referral Coordinator or in related field
Sound knowledge of Referral consultation processes
Understanding of Provincial and Federal regulatory policies and processes
Ability to undertake field work under varying terrain and weather conditions
Experience and knowledge in the use and application of GIS and GPS systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including a strong ability in report writing, including 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
Self-motivation with the capability to balance competing priorities and manage ambiguous situations
Interpersonal skills – must have the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of interests, including regulators, proponents, other first nations and community members
Knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Access & Excel) and proficient data management skills
Basic knowledge of Coast Tsimshian culture and practices
Acceptable Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search
Valid Driver’s License (Class 5)

Nice to have:

Preference may be given to candidates with familiarity of Canadian environmental legislation acts and demonstrated skills and experience in professional cultural resources management report writing and mapping
Previous experience working for First Nation’s an asset

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 24, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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