Environmental Referrals and Project Coordinator

POSITION: Environmental Referrals and Project Coordinator

LOCATION: K’ómoks Administration Building

DEPARTMENT: Natural Resources

REPORTS TO: Manager of Natural Resources

SALARY RANGE: $30-38 per hour (based on a 35-hour week)

K’ómoks First Nation’s vision: We, the K’ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honouring our people, lands, waters, cultures and languages.

K’ómoks First Nation’s mission: K’ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members

About the Role

Are you passionate about environmental stewardship, Indigenous rights, and responsible land use planning?

K’ómoks First Nation is seeking a detail-oriented, strategic thinker to join our Natural Resources team as an Environmental Referrals and Project Coordinator. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is motivated to protect lands, waters, and resources for future generations.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting K’ómoks First Nation’s rights and title by leading the multi-disciplinary review of development referrals across our territory. Acting as a key liaison between the Nation, Crown governments, agencies, and project proponents, you will help ensure informed, values-driven decision-making that aligns with K’ómoks Stewardship Policy and community priorities.

What You’ll Do:

• Review and analyze development referrals under the Strategic Engagement Agreement with the Province of BC
• Assess land use decisions, policies, and projects that may impact K’ómoks territory and traditional use areas
• Monitor environmental legislation and regulatory changes to inform recommendations
• Collaborate with Natural Resources, Treaty, Guardians, and Lands teams to support coordinated decision-making
• Engage community members and external agencies to advance referrals management objectives
• Coordinate project timelines, activity tracking, and communications
• Support budget tracking, invoicing, and reporting
• Maintain organized and compliant records management systems
• Prepare Council briefings, reports, presentations, and funding proposals
• Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations to leadership
• Mentor junior staff and contribute positively to team culture

What You Bring:

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Environmental Sciences (Forestry, Biology, or related field)
• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience
• Experience with First Nations consultation and negotiation processes
• Knowledge of Fisheries Act, Environmental Assessment Act, and related legislation
• Understanding of Aboriginal rights and title frameworks, including UNDRIP/DRIPA
• Experience working with sensitive, legal, confidential, and political matters
• Experience working with Indigenous communities preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GPS/GIS experience is an asset
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a growing, dynamic environment
• Cultural awareness and understanding of First Nations governance in BC
• High emotional intelligence, tact, diplomacy, and professionalism
• Sound judgment and strategic decision-making ability
• Ability to remain calm and objective under pressure

Why Join K’ómoks First Nation?

At K’ómoks First Nation, our employees embrace our vision of a prosperous and healthy community where members exercise their rights and title while honoring our deep connection to lands and resources.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to contribute to Nation-building, environmental stewardship, and long-term sustainability for future generations.

Application Information:

If this opportunity to work as a team member in a growing Indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply with your resume and cover letter to careers@komoks.ca.

We value employment equity and prioritize applications from Indigenous applicants and especially encourage those living within the K’ómoks First Nation to apply.