The Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council (NNTC) is dedicated to the protection, advancement and exercise of Nlaka’pamux title and rights. To carry out this mandate, part of our strategy has been to create legal entities including A.E.W. LP.

AEW LP was formed in 2017 by NNTC member communities to carry out “on the ground” work related to archaeology, the environment and wildlife protection. This work has been made necessary by activities of others within the Nlaka’pamux homeland including transportation, mining, forestry, oil and gas, and utilities projects. The NNTC is not opposed to development within our homeland but developments and activities must be consistent with Nlaka’pamux title and rights. AEW LP is guided by the fundamental Nlaka’pamux law: Take care of the land and the land will take care of you.

AEW LP is a vehicle created to ensure work of the highest standard, controlled by the Nlaka’pamux, is done to protect and promote Nlaka’pamux title and rights:

Our client, A.E.W. Limited Partnership (A.E.W. LP) is seeking an experienced Professional Forester for a permanent, full-time position. The work location for this position is flexible - A.EW. LP has offices in Kamloops, Lytton and Vancouver.

Specific duties and responsibilities:

Your primary duties will include providing review and feedback on third-party Forest Management Plans and cutblock design and layout and participation in collaborative reviews and/or amendments of regulatory policy and legislation. You will also be tasked with supporting company growth including identifying opportunities, responding to proposals, and identifying resource needs.

You will work with a skilled and experienced team of professionals and technicians. Specific duties and responsibilities will include:

· Providing review and feedback on the implementation of third-party Forest Management Plans.

· Review and comment of third-party operational plans including: General Development Plans, Final Harvest Plans and Annual Operating Plans.

· Review and comment on cutblock and road layout.

· Provide review and comment on Annual Allowable Cut and Timber Supply review.

· Challenge the current regulatory review process of forestry activities to reflect the environmental features and resources that are of importance to the Nlaka’pamux.

· Contemplate and develop mitigation strategies to reduce the impact of forestry activities in the homeland.

· Participate in natural resource and land-use planning.

· Develop sustainable forest management practices and standards for activities occurring in the homeland.

· Participate in collaborative reviews and/or amendments of regulatory policy and legislation.

· Provide expert advice during the development of MOUs with forest licensees.

· Commitment to the protection and advancement of Nlaka’pamux title and rights.

· Working in partnership with member communities of the Nlaka’pamux Nation Tribal Council to ensure consistency of approaches and methodologies.

· Support innovative strategic planning.

Key qualifications

This challenging and rewarding opportunity will appeal to professionals with the following qualifications:

· Completion of a university degree in environmental sciences or related field, or a combination of relevant education, training and experience deemed equivalent.

· Minimum eight to 10 years’ direct experience.

· Registration or eligibility to register with the ABCFP as a Professional Forester.

· Possess a current and valid Canadian Driver’s License.

· Creative and innovative problem-solving skills.

· Strong business acumen skills.

· Excellent organizational skills (prioritizing, time management, record keeping, follow up).

· Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, manage conflicting priorities, and work well under pressure in a rapidly changing environment.

· Previous experience working with Indigenous Communities is considered an asset.

· Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and Adobe Acrobat.

· Possess a current and valid Canadian Driver’s License.

· Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

· Proven ability to meet tight deadlines, manage conflicting priorities, and work well under pressure in a rapidly changing environment.

Other key qualities you will possess include self-motivation, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.

As Nlaka’pamux jurisdiction is re-asserted and our laws and policy govern work within our homeland, AEW LP is there to implement the change. AEW LP is staffed by both Nlaka’pamux and non-Nlaka’pamux. If you are passionate about archaeology/heritage, the environment and wildlife and want the opportunity to make meaningful change not just profit for shareholders, we would like to meet with you.

If you possess the necessary qualifications and skills, please forward your cover letter and resume to: hello@praxisrecruitment.ca.
Please quote AEW LP Professional Forester Job Application in the subject line.

This posting will remain open until the position has been filled.

We thank all applicants in advance. Please self-identify as preference will be given to Nlaka’pamux