Chief Negotiator
Job Title: Chief Negotiator – Full-Time
Job Summary:
The Chief Negotiator is responsible for leading the Treaty negotiations on behalf of the Northern Secwēpemc te Qelmūcw (NStQ) to reach a Final Agreement. Negotiations will lead to the completion of land, resources and Self-Government Agreements between NStQ and the Provincial and Federal Governments, while remaining consistent with NStQ’s mandates, policies, and vision. The Chief Negotiator will also ensure the protection of NStQ’s Aboriginal rights and title.
Summary of Knowledge and Abilities we are looking for:
Knowledge of Aboriginal Rights and Title (ART) / court cases and precedent law in regard to ART and Consultation and Accommodation. General knowledge of the Northern Secwēpemc te Qelmūcw values.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, First Nations Studies, Aboriginal Law or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Competencies: The Chief Negotiator should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following;
Relationship Building / Team Player / Influence and Impact / Communicates Information / Results Orientation / Analytical Thinking / Self-starter
Salary:
Salary Range: Exempt from Salary Grid
How to Apply:
For a complete job description and Job Application form, please visit the Employment section of the Northern Shuswap Tribal Council website at: www.northernshuswaptribalcouncil.com
Application Package submission must include the following:
1: Provide a cover letter with your skills & abilities that match the job description
2: Completed Job Application Form
3: Resume with three work related job references
Email your application to:
Bonnie Slack, Operations Coordinator Email: administration@nstq.org
Mail your Application to: Fax to: 250-392-6158
Attention: Bonnie Slack, Operations Coordinator
Northern Shuswap Tribal Council
17 South 1st Avenue, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1H4
Application Deadline:
August 18, 2017 @ 4:00 pm
Applications received after 4:00 pm on August 18, 2017 will not be considered.
Previous Applications need not Apply

