Regulatory and Consultation Specialist

On behalf of our client, Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association (LSAMCA), we are searching for a Regulatory and Consultation Specialist in Stony Plain, AB.

Reporting to the President, the Regulatory and Consultation Specialist is responsible for ensuring appropriate Indigenous engagement with the Crown and project proponents on a variety of projects and issues. As a key point of contact within LSAMCA, you will be an integral part of the regulatory and consultation team. As a key resource for building internal capacity in this area, you will contribute substantively to the development, implementation, and coordination of LSAMCA’s engagement and consultation activities as it pertains to government, municipalities, and third-party proponents.

Are you looking for an opportunity to put your analytical and problem-solving skills to use in making a meaningful impact in a community-focused organization? Do you possess a broad understanding of provincial and federal regulatory regimes and processes as it relates to Crown consultation? If this sounds like you, we encourage you to review the full Job Description to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

What makes LSAMCA a great employer:

• Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 depending on skills and experience
• Flexible work schedule, with the opportunity to consider a remote or hybrid work arrangement
• Three weeks’ paid vacation, including one week between Christmas and New Years
• Personal Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunity for career growth and development

What will make the Regulatory and Consultation Specialist successful:

• Post-secondary degree in a relevant field, such as Environmental Sciences (including Forestry), Anthropology, Indigenous Studies, Earth Sciences, or other.
• 5+ years’ experience working in a regulatory, legal or engagement role involving Indigenous communities, industry and/or government.
• Working understanding of relevant regulatory acts, regulations, and rules at the provincial and federal level.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify relevant compliance-related consultation requirements for specific projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and internal project teams, using good judgement and tact.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with experience in creating and maintaining systems of record.
• Ability to problem-solve and manage competing priorities coupled with a proactive flexible approach, working independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with utilizing mapping software to create, modify and analyze spatial data is an asset.
• Computer software proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs, particularly Excel is required.

About LSAMCA

Lac Ste. Anne Métis Community Association (LSAMCA) is focused on activities associated with honouring the Lac Ste. Anne Métis community’s collective history and culture and re-building its collective capacities as stewards of our shared lands and waters and caring for community members through provision of innovative programs and services.

How to apply:

We encourage you to review the Job Description and forward your resume which clearly outlines how your skills and experience meet the requirements of this role to TallSky Consulting.

LSAMCA is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring in terms of culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, after initial acknowledgement, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.