Fisheries Guardians - Lead & Assistant
Description
Tseshaht First Nation is now accepting applications for the seasonal positions of Lead Fisheries Guardian and Fisheries Guardian Assistant. The jobs are based out of Port Alberni, BC on beautiful Vancouver Island.
LEAD FISHERIES GUARDIAN:
Guardian enforcement role in communicating, informing and instructing commercial fishing vessels and sports fishermen and liaising with DFO and catch monitors. Maintain fisheries vessels, equipment and supplies. Administration of seasonal fishing licenses, provide field support for stewardship initiatives. Assist the Fisheries Manager with duties as assigned.
FISHERIES GUARDIAN ASSISTANT:
Supports the Lead Fisheries Guardian tasks and duties as assigned.
Training, Education and Experience
• Grade 12 or GED with Aboriginal Guardian Training/ knowledge and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Other courses or training seminars considered of benefit: project management, diving certification, water safety and first aid.
• A current SVOP and Motor Vehicle Driving License. 1 year of proven Fisheries Guardian work experiences relevant to First Nation Fisheries resources.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• General knowledge of office systems and use of computers, including: Microsoft Office, Excel, and other Fisheries database applications.
• Practical knowledge of the requirements of the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy.
• Knowledge of Tseshaht Fishing and Fisheries history, including traditional ways, culture and spiritual beliefs.
• Familiar with Tseshaht First Nations fisheries and knowledge of fish species.
• Good communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Able to interact positively and display integrity when dealing with membership, fisherman, DFO and the public on fishery guardian matters.
• Able to work independently with minimal day-to-day supervision as well as working within a collaborative team framework.
• Genuine respect for Tseshaht First Nation culture and protocols
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a cover letter, resume and three (3) current references to:
Tseshaht First Nation, Attention: Vicky White, Executive Director
by mail: 5091 Tsuma-as Drive, Port Alberni BC, V9Y 8X9; or
by email: apply@tseshaht.com
Check out our job postings on:
https://www.facebook.com/Tseshaht
https://tseshaht.com/employment-opportunites/
- Job type: Temporary
- Company: Tseshaht First Nation
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2023-07-13