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Guardian
Reporting to the Niigan Aki Program Manager, this position is responsible for carrying out a collaborative long-term environmental monitoring program for Whiteshell Laboratories, including but not limited to the proposed Whiteshell Reactor #1 (WR-1) Decommissioning Project. However, activities will also extend to broader Sagkeeng interests and territory where possible and according to community priorities.
DUTIES:
- Monitor priority areas and values through knowledge and wisdom of plants, trees, and animals
- Complete data collection and analysis work
- Record and report observations
- Be able to work as part of a team
- Follow safety measures on the land and water
- Lead by example and teach by doing
- Maintain relationships with Elders and spiritual leaders (i.e. knowledge keepers) to ensure that activities are carried out in a culturally appropriate manner and that ceremonies occur when appropriate
- Support community outreach activities (e.g. meetings, open houses, school events)
- Follow the Niigan Aki Operational Handbook to be the “eyes and ears” of Niigan Aki while out on the land
- Communicate with project contractors while on specific sites (e.g. environmental monitoring trainers, etc.)
- Properly maintain Guardian program equipment
- Communicate with the Program Manager, Land-based Guardian Mentor and CNL staff as needed to carry-out land-based monitoring activities
- Support the Program Manager and Land-based Guardian Mentor during workshops with the community, Sagkeeng staff and leadership
- Other duties assigned within scope of position
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Qualifications:
- Previous experience working with Indigenous Nations and understanding of Indigenous Knowledge/Traditional Knowledge
- Physically fit, capable of frequently working outdoors for long hours in all weather conditions
- First-hand knowledge of the land and ability to carry oneself safely when outdoors
- Ability to maintain a community-first perspective and maintain relationships with community members (e.g. Elders and Knowledge Keepers)
- Strong oral and written communication
- Working knowledge of technology (e.g. GPS)
- Maintain respect and have strong teamwork skills
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Strong sense of initiative and good judgement
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
- Good at following instructions
- Willingness and openness to learn
- Ability to travel when needed, must have a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrates a strong commitment to protecting the health of the land, and all that is living within it
- Education or experience in a relevant field such as environmental science, natural resource management, geography, or social science (or commensurate experience, including basic Traditional Knowledge and on-the-job experience)
- Experience in environmental monitoring
- Strong environmental field skills (e.g. mapping, sample collection, surveys, wilderness safety)
- Membership of an Indigenous Nation, or self-identifying as Indigenous
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work in an office environment and on the land/water during field work
- Work a standard work week with the potential for overtime
- Work as part of a team
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled
Salary will be based on skills and experience.
Position type: 2 full-time positions
Start date: as soon as possible
Interested applicants must submit:
- a cover letter and resume,
- Names and contacts for 2 work related references
Attention to:
Human Resources
Sagkeeng Government
P.O. Box 3,
Fort Alexander, MB
R0E 0P0
Resumes can be emailed to jobs@sagkeeng.ca or mailed to the above address or dropped off at the Sagkeeng Band Office.
LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED
