Seeking outgoing, motivated seasonal Catch Monitors for the 2023 season who will contribute to the overall success of the Fisheries Program by undertaking the duties that are associated with meeting the Catch Monitoring deliverables.  Data collected will assist in resource management for the Northern Secwēpemc te Qelmūcw.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Interact with fishers in a respectful and professional manner at designated areas;
2. Diligently following all Safety Policies and Procedures and make recommendations for improved safety practices at job site or to the overall program.
3. Collect and record fisheries data and verify fishing permits;
4. Recognize infractions, follow NSTC Policies and Procedures and report to appropriate persons;
5. Maintain fishing sites, proactively ensuring that the fishing sites are clean of garbage; documenting and recording any issues with fishing sites;
6. Maintain all fisheries equipment in good working condition; recording and reporting any issues with equipment; ensuring that all equipment policies and procedures are followed;
7. Actively participate in employer organized events and training in a professional manner;
8. Other duties as assigned or required of this position.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Applicants must be 17 years of age or older at date of hire.
• Having First Aid Level 1 with transportation endorsement is an asset,
• Experience or the motivation to learn to accurately record data and follow policies and procedures;
• Active listener; ability to take direction and accept feedback;
• Self motivated with strong organizational skills with ability to work independently;

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work flexible schedules including irregular hours, evenings, and weekends with minimal supervision;
• The ideal candidate will have and maintain a valid BC Driver’s License; as
• The successful applicant will be required to travel to designated sites, work in severe weather conditions, perform the physical requirements of the job (working/walking along riverbanks etc.).

Application Deadline:  This position is open until filled.

Applying for Position:  Please submit your Cover Letter and Resume including 3 work References to:

Attention: Hank Adam, Acting Executive Director,

Northern Shuswap Tribal Council, 17 South 1st Avenue, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 1H4;

Email: administration@nstq.org

Applications will also be accepted by fax (250) 392 – 6158, hand delivery or by post. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Northern Shuswap Tribal Council (NSTC) is made up of three Northern Secwépemc te Qelmúcw (NStQ) communities, Canim Lake Band, Stswēceḿc/Xget’tem First Nation, and Xatśūll First Nation.

Job Summary: The Archivist will carry out foundational work for establishing a NSTC archival program.

Purpose: The Northern Shuswap Tribal Council possesses a collection of documentary records important to understanding and preserving the culture, history, and language of our member communities.

Minimum Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with key managers in NSTC’s administration to assess NSTC’s current collections
• Carry-out any necessary and urgent conservation interventions
• Develop archival policies and procedures for preservation and management of NSTC’s collections
• Investigate, assess, and provide recommendations on an appropriate descriptive database;
• Investigate, assess, and provide recommendations on an appropriate facility for archival storage
• Create an overall plan for a long-term, permanent, and sustainable archival program
• Increase NSTC’s internal capacity to protect and preserve the NSTC’s documentary heritage;
• Develop access protocols,
• Train NStQ members as archival assistants.
• Assess current traditional knowledge archiving practices at NSTQ and make recommendations.
• Train NSTQ staff and members on how to archive and access materials.
• Develop guidelines about traditional knowledge information sharing among NSTC and NSTQ;
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Education:

• Post-graduate qualification in Archives & Records Management or Master’s degree in history, library science, or other related degree with a concentration in archival studies.
• Candidates who have an undergraduate degree may be considered if they also have recognized archives or records management training or experience in those fields.

Competencies:

• High level research skills, meticulous, methodical, and organized
• Excellent administrative and computer database IT skills
• Team player that has the ability to work independently to meet project goals
• Well developed communications and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Experience with managing and reporting on projects
• Experience with budget creation and financial management
• Previous experience working for, or with, a First Nations community or organization is an asset

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Criminal Records Check;
• Must have a valid class five BC Driver’s License;
• Must provide a vehicle in good operating condition with appropriate vehicle insurance

Contract Term: to March 31, 2024

Please forward cover letter and resume, including daily rate, along with 3 work related references to:

Attention: Hank Adam, Acting Executive Director

Northern Shuswap Tribal Council

17 South 1st Ave, Williams Lake, BC   V2G 1H4

Email: administration@nstq.org, Fax: (250) 392-6158

Application Deadline: until filled

Note: As per Section 4.2.2 of the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council Policy, the Aboriginal employment preference shall be administered in a fair and reasonable manner, and consistent with the Canadian Human rights Commission Policy on Aboriginal Employment preference.