Environmental Coordinator

Company: Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation

The MISSISSAUGAS OF THE CREDIT FIRST NATION

  is accepting applications for the full-time, permanent position of

“Environmental Coordinator”

Closing Date February 17, 2025, at 12:00PM

 

Position Purpose

 

The Environmental Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation (MCFN) Department of Consultation and Accommodation’s (DOCA) responses to environmental studies, policies and legislation in a way that advances MCFN rights, responsibilities, and interests. This position will also be responsible for helping to administer environmental programs developed by the nation.

 

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution relevant to the position
• 2 plus years of demonstratable experience in reviewing environmental reports and environmental assessments
• Experience working with Crown and industry proponents on matters related to the Crown’s Duty to Consult
• Solid background in computers, with specific knowledge of Microsoft applications

 

Knowledge

 

• Familiar with concepts related to Indigenous traditional knowledge and land use studies and the implication of First Nations and Crown and industry relations
• Familiar with MCFN’s Treaty Territory
• Knowledge and experience working with First Nations’ systems of governance and communities
• Practical knowledge of federal and provincial crown systems and decision-making processes
• Able to interpret and apply federal and provincial environmental legislation and policies
• Experience with consultation methods

 

Skills & Abilities

 

• Well-developed skills to set priorities, expectations and deadlines and influence the work of others (particularly Crown and industry proponents)
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Effective team player able to develop relationships internally and externally
• Ability to strategize and prepare MCFN’s leadership for meetings with Crown and industry proponents
• Ability to work independently and to think strategically
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

 

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation with insurance
• Ability to travel when required

 

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three references to:

 

The Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation

Attention:  Personnel Committee

2789 Mississauga Road,

Hagersville, ON

N0A 1H0

 

Applications will also be accepted at the email address listed below.

 

A detailed job description is available at the Administration Building, or by email at HRClerk@mncfn.ca

Preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. Self-Identification is encouraged.

Miigwech to all who apply, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.