K'en T'em Limited Partnership:

Socioeconomic and Environmental Assessment Support

Job Title: Socioeconomic and Environmental Assessment Support

Reports to: Senior Ecosystems Lead

Term: Full-Time - Term (12 months)

Compensation: $26.00 - $32.00 hourly

Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is found

Closing Date: October 15th, 2026

K’en T’em Limited Partnership (KTLP) is a for-profit corporation committed to providing the Nlaka’pamux people of the eight Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly (CNA) Participating Bands with the resources that will help them efficiently create, manage and operate business opportunities. We are leaders at putting cross-cultural values at the forefront of our business while prioritizing easy, efficient, integrative solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients.

The Socioeconomic and Environmental Assessment Support position will support socioeconomic baseline studies and environmental assessment work for a proposed mineral development project in British Columbia. Working under the direction of senior staff, the employee will help collect, organize, analyze, and summarize information related to community well-being, employment and training, economic conditions, land and resource use, community services, infrastructure, health, culture, and other social and economic factors that may be affected by a proposed project. This position provides an opportunity to gain practical experience in socioeconomic research, Indigenous and community engagement, data management, and environmental assessment reporting.

Primary Duties

- Support the collection and review of socioeconomic baseline information from publicly available reports, government databases, community plans, academic literature, and other credible sources,
- Compile information on population, demographics, employment, income, education, housing, community services, infrastructure, businesses, and local and regional economic conditions,
- Assist with the development and maintenance of socioeconomic databases, community profiles, literature reviews, and data-source inventories,
- Support preparation for interviews, workshops, meetings, and other community or Indigenous engagement activities,
- Assist with developing interview guides, questionnaires, meeting materials, presentations, and plain-language information,
- Take accurate meeting notes and prepare summaries, action lists, and records of engagement,
- Organize and summarize concerns, interests, priorities, and potential project interactions identified through engagement,
- Assist with identifying potential social and economic project effects, mitigation measures, enhancement opportunities, and monitoring indicators,
- Support assessment of potential project-related demands on housing, health care, emergency services, transportation, recreation, education, and other community services,
- Contribute to technical reports, environmental assessment sections, proposals,



work plans, tables, figures, and presentation materials,
- Review documents for completeness, consistency, plain language, formatting, and accurate referencing,
- Maintain organized and confidential project records in accordance with applicable privacy and information-management requirements,
- Participate in team meetings and coordinate with environmental, health, heritage, land-use, and engagement specialists, and
- Complete other related research, administrative, and project-support duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of nłeʔképmx culture and nłeʔkepmxcín is an asset,
- Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to gather, interpret, and synthesize information from multiple sources,
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise summaries, reports, and presentations,
- Effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work respectfully with Indigenous communities, local governments, community organizations, technical specialists, and members of the public,
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently with appropriate guidance,
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online research tools,
- Demonstrated attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work,
- Sound judgment and professionalism when handling confidential or sensitive information,
- Knowledge of or interest in research, data analysis, community development, public policy, Indigenous relations, environmental management, or related disciplines,
- Ability to listen carefully, assess varying perspectives, and represent information objectively and accurately,
- Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, nłeʔképmx cultural values and protocols while recognizing and respecting cultural diversity, and
- Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to learn in a dynamic work environment.

Experience and Requirements
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a post-secondary program in Sociology, Economics, Geography, Indigenous Studies, Environmental Studies, Community Planning, Political Science, Public Health, Natural Resource Management, or a related field,
- Experience conducting research, literature reviews, interviews, surveys, data collection, or community engagement activities considered an asset,




- Commitment to ethical research and meaningful community participation,
- Familiarity with socioeconomic baseline studies, effects assessments, community-based research, or related analytical work considered an asset,
- Knowledge of Indigenous rights, interests, cultures, histories, and contemporary community priorities considered an asset,
- Experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations, or governments considered an asset,
- Familiarity with Statistics Canada, BC Stats, census information, and other public socioeconomic data sources considered an asset,
- Experience using Excel, GIS, qualitative data analysis tools, statistical software, or data visualization platforms considered an asset,
- Previous experience in mining, natural resources, environmental consulting, local government, community development, or related sectors considered an asset,
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence and access to reliable transportation may be required, and
- Ability to travel to communities, project sites, workshops, or engagement sessions, including on occasional evenings and weekends, as required.

Work Environment
- Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break, fluctuating when needed. On average, 35 hours per week,
- Overtime: All daily overtime over 8 hours will be banked at 1.5x, all hours over 12 will be banked at 2x,
- Reporting Office Location: Office work will be conducted from the K’en T’em office at 1355 Nicola Ave, Merritt BC,
- Vacation: paid out bi-weekly at a rate of 4% in accordance with the BC Employment Standards Act ("ESA"),
- Benefits: 50% benefit premiums paid by employer, and
- Pension: Pension matching.

We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you! _________________________________________________________________

K’en T’em Limited Partnership is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications.

In alignment with Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code; A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment.

K’en T’em Limited Partnership respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.

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