CHIPPEWAS OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION - Cottfn

CHIPPEWAS OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION
JOB POSTING
TREATY RESEARCH COORDINATOR
(3 Year Contract)
Posting Date: April 3rd, 2012
Closing Date: April 19th, 2012
Summary of Position:
The Treaty Research Coordinator will assist with research, meeting of legal and process requirements for the
negotiation and finalization of specific claims in submission to the Specific Claims Branch of Indian and Northern
Affairs Canada (INAC). This will be done within budget limitations and program funds designated for the Band's
specific claims on a claim-by-claim basis. The coordinator will also assist in developing a Rights-Based approach
to community development by sharing and providing treaty-based information and documentation as it is relevant
to the First Nation's interests within consultation and accommodation processes.
Areas of Responsibility:
In the context of INAC specific claims programming; and the Crown's Duty to Consult:
• Develop, conduct and maintain research plans on subject matters such as, but not limited to, land claims,
treaties, rights and cultural values of the Chippewas of the Thames First Nation
• Ensure that information on historical use and occupation of land, rights, and cultural values are compiled
to support an up-to-date database of research, data and mapping related to Chippewas of the Thames( in
collaboration with other Lands and Environment Department staff)
• Provide advice, information and operational support to senior management, relevant Committees and
staff as it relates to historical use and occupation of land; and specific claims research
• Assists senior management and the Lands and Department in resolving issues arising from consultation
and interpretation of the First Nation’s aboriginal and/or treaty rights
• Assists in providing periodic community and external agency awareness of treaties and historical use and
occupation of land for Chippewas of the Thames
• Networks and participates in both internal and external organizations and forums as is necessary to
support the lands and treaty research at Chippewas of the Thames (e.g. treaty meetings, land
researchers conferences, political territorial organization meetings)
The candidates shall have:
• Research or work experience in the area of land claims or traditional land use
• Knowledge of the scope and history of Aboriginal and treaty rights in Canada with a focus on treaties that
are particular to Chippewas of the Thames First Nation
• A general knowledge of the Crown's Duty to Consult, and consultation processes or practice
• A demonstrated knowledge of First Nation issues and governance structures, provincial-territorial
organization, land claims and cultural values
320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON, N0L 1Y0
Ph. 519-289-5555 Fax. 519-289-2230
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CHIPPEWAS OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION
• A general understanding of the federal and provincial government decision-making process
• An ability to use your knowledge and skill in assisting the First Nation to move towards a modern
interpretation of treaties, historical land use, and/or historical First Nation economy
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• You have excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills to develop trust and positive working
relationships with senior management and staff at all levels
• You have proven communication skills to participate or collaborate in a team and inter-tribal approach to
treaty and historical land-use data and knowledge
• You have demonstrated communication, word processing and audio-visual skills to review, write and edit
(i.e. reports, correspondence, speaking notes and other communications)
Other Essential Skills:
• You have demonstrated experience applying your knowledge of research methodologies and analysis
techniques
• You have project planning, coordination and organizational skills to manage and coordinate a range of
complex research projects within limited timeframes
• You can demonstrate sensitivity to issues, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality
Qualifications:
• A valid Driver’s License for occasional travel
• A clear Criminal Records Check
• A Bachelor’s Degree in either History, Anthropology, Native Studies, Political Science, Environmental
Studies or Law; plus four or more years of experience in land claims, historical research or natural
resources management
OR
A Graduate Degree in History, Anthropology or Native Studies with a focus on historical or modern
southern Ontario First Nation tribal groups; and a combination of credible work, publication or consulting
experience that can be verified through references
What Your Application Package Should Contain:
• A Cover Letter
• A Resume
• A valid Criminal Records Check
• (3) References
• Photocopies of Degrees or Diplomas awarded
Meegwetch-Thank you for your interest.
Only successful applicants will be contacted.
320 Chippewa Road, Muncey, ON, N0L 1Y0
Ph. 519-289-5555 Fax. 519-289-2230
info@cottfn.com www.cottfn.com