Lands and Resource Coordinator

JOB POSTING 

Lands and Resource Coordinator

Position Title: Lands and Resource Coordinator

Department: Lands and Resources

Reports To: Sr. Manager of Lands and Resources

Location: Inuvik, Head Office 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent 

PURPOSE

Reporting to the Senior Manager of Lands and Resources, the Lands and Resources Coordinator supports land and resource management across the Gwich’in Settlement Area and Region.  This role supports the Gwich’in Tribal Council in managing land and resource matters by registering cabins, reviewing assigned regulatory referrals, and ensuring projects comply with the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA), established agreements and community priorities. The position coordinates reviews, gathers stakeholder input, and prepares submissions, reports, and briefing materials.  The Lands and Resources Coordinator tracks regulatory deadlines, responds to inquiries, liaises with local organizations, and develops funding proposals to advance GTC’s land use and environmental objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborates with community members and local RRCs and DGOs to locate and register Gwich’in Participants Cabins and manages entries to the Gwich’in Lands Registry
• Review land use, water, and environmental referrals from territorial, federal, and other regulatory bodies
• Assess proposed projects for alignment with the GCLCA, established agreements, legislation, traditional land use, and community interests.
• Coordinate internal reviews and compile technical and cultural comments for formal responses.
• Facilitate engagement with Gwich’in Participants, right-holders and stakeholders to gather input and concerns on land use and development proposals
• Track and manage timelines for referral responses to ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines.
• Assist in drafting submissions for land use initiatives, regulatory hearings, or environmental assessments.
• Prepares written submissions expressing GTC's position to proponents and/or external agencies. 
• Coordinates internal feedback to provide GTC input on specific land use proposals on Crown land in the GUR.
• Maintain organized records of all referrals, correspondence, and decision documents.
• Develop briefing notes, memos and summaries to inform GTC’s management and the leadership team and participants about ongoing engagement efforts.
• Prepare written reports and presentations land use activities and issues.
• Respond to inquiries from the right-holders, public, industry, and other proponents in a timely and respectful manner.
• Acts as a resource for all requests to GTC for activities proposed in the Gwich'in Settlement Area and Region.
• Liaises with local organizations and co-management boards in relation to land or resource management matters.
• Develop and submit funding proposals in accordance with management direction.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, Indigenous Governance, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in land/resource management or regulatory review.
• Knowledge of the GCLCA and northern land management systems.
• Strong writing skills for reports, submissions, and briefings.
• Experience reviewing land use, water, or environmental proposals.
• Effective communicator with experience engaging Indigenous communities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; GIS experience is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; willingness to travel as needed.

APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter combined into a single PDF file via email to jobs@gwichintribal.ca with the subject line Lands and Resource Coordinator Application. Kindly indicate if you are a Gwich’in Participant or Indigenous applicant requesting priority consideration or if you require any accessibility accommodations.

In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and our obligations under the Gwich’in Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement (GCLCA), preference will be given to qualified GCLCA Participants and Indigenous applicants. We encourage applicants to self-identify in their application if they wish to be considered under this preference.