Metlakatla Stewardship Society has an immediate opening for a temporary (3-month) full-time Environmental Assessment Office and Field Assistant in Prince Rupert with the possibility of extension. As the successful candidate, you will assist with data collection, management & filing, meeting minutes, responding to and tracking referrals, project tracking and environmental fieldwork.

Responsibilities:

- Assist with receiving, tracking, assessing and responding to incoming referrals and project development applications.

- Assist with maintaining the referrals-tracking software and ensure it is functioning as intended.

- Assist in preparing environmental assessment reports, including compiling and formatting data.

- Assist in drafting and submitting required documentation for regulatory agencies.

- Assist with interdepartmental communications relating to environmental projects and permitting reviews.

- Assist with other internal departments to communicate progress on environmental projects and permitting reviews.

- Assist in preparing communication materials to update stakeholders on environmental issues and project status.

- Perform basic GIS functions to support environmental permit reviews.

- Support the preparation of presentations, maps, charts, and other visuals for project stakeholders.

- When in the field, record field observations, environmental conditions, and site data accurately.

- Coordinate and participate in meetings, take minutes, review government and proponent meeting minutes, and prepare meeting documents as required.





- Support coordination of community engagement sessions related to project development.

- Coordinate EA team Community Newsletter submissions to the Communications Department.

- Maintain organized records and databases of project documentation.

- Track time spent on each project to ensure budgets are managed appropriately.

- Perform other tasks within the scope of the position and as directed by the manager.

Education and Experience:

- Diploma or Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Biology/Ecology or related field.

- Experience reviewing referral consulting packages and working within regulatory processes, accompanying environmental assessment and permitting approvals.

- Familiarity with provincial and federal acts, regulations and consultation requirements regarding land and marine resource management. Familiarity with working with culturally sensitive data and First Nation’s Communities.

- Strong interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community members, colleagues, and government officials.

- Valid BC driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.

- A current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector Screening, as a condition of employment.

- Experience working with multi-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary teams.

- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, solid work ethic and positive team attitude.

- Demonstrated ability to complete tasks and assigned duties within the allotted time frame.

- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to embodying a personal addiction-free lifestyle.

📌 Environmental Assessment Office and Field Assistant (Prince Rupert)
🏢 Metlakatla Development
📍 Prince Rupert