Kwakiutl Band Council

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Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible Language: English Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Positions Available: 1 NOC Group: Conservation and Fishery Officers (2224) NOC Job Title: Fishery Officer Expires in 73 days Expires: 2020-05-06 Posted: 2020-01-07 Last Updated: 2020-01-07 Job Location(s) 99 Tsakis Way, Fort Rupert PO Box 1440 Port Hardy, British Columbia V0N 2P0, Canada Job Description JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction and guidance of the Band Manager, the AFS Fisheries Coordinator is responsible for the overall activities of the Fisheries Department in accordance with policies, agreements and related priorities set by the Kwakiutl Band Council (KBC). The Fisheries Coordinator manages all aspects of the fishing program under the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS). It is the mandate of the Fisheries Coordinator to develop and maintain a productive and sustainable fishery along with the management and protection of fish species. DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and implements Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy with a focus on the Kwakiutl “Treaty of 1851” treaty right to “fish as formerly”, sustainable harvesting methods while balancing other interests and needs of the Nation and members Aboriginal Fishing Strategy AFS work plan duties and responsibilities (include but are not limited to) implementing the following: Manages licenses for salmon, herring, halibut, and prawning Collaborates with DFO Stock Assessment Division (StAD) Biologists on local stock assessment and migration studies on the Quatse Ensures the Fisheries Technician completes the juvenile and adult Coho salmon monitoring on the Keogh River Administers, monitors and reports on the Kwakiutl’s Food, Social and Ceremonial Fishery as outlined in the Communal License Coordinates, monitors, and reports on the Herring Spawn/stock assessment activity in the Hardy Bay and Beaver Harbour areas Fisheries Departmental Duties Provides quarterly reports to the Band Manager regarding all fisheries related issues and concerns Serves as a liaison with relevant and strategic associations, advisory committees, industry partners, as well as facilitates mutually beneficial relationships with other Bands, and with federal and provincial government departments Participates when requested in decision making with Chief and Council regarding the Kwakiutl natural resources Assists with research and drafting of applications for funding opportunities for the Kwakiutl Band in Fisheries related issues including employment, training, and business opportunities Assists with the coordination of marine plants and all-natural resource management programs Assists with the coordination of education and awareness programs of all-natural resources, fresh and marine waters Assists with the coordination of scientific research on fish habitat and the potential impacts of development on fish and fish habitat Assists with the coordination with habitat protection, monitoring of enhancement plans, stock definitions, enumerating and assessment surveys Performs other duties / assignments as directed by the Band Manager Knowledge of the Kwakiutl community, culture and language is an asset. It is paramount that all positions within the KNDC strive to communicate and serve the Kwakiutl people in a manner that respects, enhances and promotes the cultural identity and well-being of both the individual and the community. Related Document(s) AFS Fisheries Coordinator.docx How to Apply Expiring: May 06, 2020 Contact: Dwayne Worthing Phone: 250-949-6012 Fax: 250-949-6066 Email: [email removed]

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