Strategic Relations Specialist

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1 Strategic Relations Specialist 2 Positions Available: 1 position in Prince George 1 position in Fort St. John, Kelowna or Victoria Please Specify your Preferred Location in your Application Permanent / Full-Time Competition Number Grid 27 - $72, $83,308.63* Grid 27 - $74, $85,580.69** * Posted salary includes a JFMM Allowance of 10% ** Posted salary include a JFMM Allowance of 10% and Location Allowance 3% (Prince George and Fort St. John locations only) The BC Oil and Gas Commission (Commission) is an independent, single-window regulatory agency with responsibilities for regulating oil and gas operations in British Columbia, including exploration, development, pipeline transportation and reclamation. PURPOSE OF POSITION The Strategic Relations Specialist (Specialist) supports the development and leads the implementation of a broad range of initiatives related to the Commission s work including relationship strategies, relationship building programs, business improvement projects, tools for supporting statutory decision- making, and various other products. The Specialist forges respectful relationships and helps enable the participation of First Nations & stakeholders in the permitting process of oil and gas activities, and ensures that the legal obligations of the Commission, as an agent of the Crown are met. The Specialist also conducts research and data analysis to provide expert advice to the Commission on recommended options regarding substantive and sensitive issues that influence the Commission s regulatory role and supports the development and implementation of Commission policy, regulation, and legislation. As an expert for the Commission, the Specialist builds relationships with First Nations, stakeholders, other ministries, government agencies, industry, communities, and the public. SELECTION CRITERIA (only education and experience) A Master s degree in related field and one year related experience, a Bachelor s degree in a related field and three years related experience, or a Technical diploma in related field and seven years related experience. An equivalent combination of directly related education, training and experience may be considered. Experience in multi-party negotiations and conflict management in a cross-cultural setting. Experience conducting complex research and analysis related to land use or resource management. Broad policy experience related to environmental or natural resource management. Experience working with First Nations and/or other stakeholders to resolve conflicts. Experience dealing with a wide range of resource users such as government, industry, special interest groups and the public. If you are interested in applying for this role and meet the minimum selection criteria, please select Apply Now and submit your cover letter and resume prior to midnight July 3, Please note applicants will only be contacted if they are selected to proceed further in the process. For More Information: Recruitment Airport Road Fort St John BC V1J 4M6 T F

2 OIL AND GAS COMMISSION POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE Strategic Relations Specialist POSITION #: / DIVISION/UNIT: Strategic Services/Strategic Engagement LOCATION: SUPERVISOR S TITLE: SUPERVISOR S CLASSIFICATION: APPROVED CLASSIFICATION: ENTERED BY: PROGRAM Fort St. John/ Prince George Manager, First Nations Relations POSITION #: / Grid 31 LOCATION: Grid 27 CLASS CODE: Andrea Osterlund PHONE NUMBER: Fort St. John// Prince George The BC Oil and Gas Commission (Commission) is an independent, single-window regulatory agency with responsibilities for regulating oil and gas operations in British Columbia, including exploration, development, pipeline transportation and reclamation. The Commission s core roles include reviewing and assessing applications for industry activity, consulting with First Nations, ensuring industry complies with provincial legislation and cooperating with partner agencies. The public interest is protected through the objectives of ensuring public safety, protecting the environment, conserving petroleum resources and ensuring equitable participation in production. The Commission continues to build organizational capacity and expertise to effectively provide for the application review and regulatory oversight of all aspects of the oil and gas industry across British Columbia. The Commission is exploring options to expand its role to prepare for changes in British Columbia s energy future. To provide oil and gas regulatory excellence, the Commission continues to build relationships with applicable partner agencies, ministries, First Nations and various stakeholders. PURPOSE OF POSITION The Strategic Relations Specialist (Specialist) supports the development and leads the implementation of a broad range of initiatives related to the Commission s work including relationship strategies, relationship building programs, business improvement projects, tools for supporting statutory decision-making, and various other products. The Specialist forges respectful relationships and helps enable the participation of First Nations & stakeholders in the permitting process of oil and gas activities, and ensures that the legal obligations of the Commission, as an agent of the Crown are met. The Specialist also conducts research and data analysis to provide expert advice to the Commission on recommended options regarding substantive and sensitive issues that influence the Commission s regulatory role and supports the development and implementation of Commission policy, regulation, and legislation. As an expert for the Commission, the Specialist builds relationships with First Nations, stakeholders, other ministries, government agencies, industry, communities, and the public.

3 NATURE OF WORK AND POSITION LINKS The Specialist is expected to work independently with very little direction. The position is considered a Commission external relations expert and as such provides direction, assistance and expertise to Commission staff, other agencies, industry and the general public. The position must manage complex projects related to the Commission s decision-making authority, act as the Commission s representative on committees, and be accountable for sound recommendations on strategic initiatives of the Commission. Specifically, the First Nations Relations Specialist develops working relationships with key partners including: First Nations to ensure consultation and accommodation requirements are met, negotiate and implement corporate agreements, support First Nations community involvement in Commission initiatives, introduce collaborative relationship and capacity building strategies, and proactively develop relationships with First Nations leadership and technical staff. Other Agencies including, MNGD, MARR, MFLNRO, MOE, MEM, Crown Corporations, other provinces and related Federal Departments to build linkages, collaborate on government priorities, work on joint project teams and policy initiatives, provide and solicit expert advice, and represent the Commission on various inter-agency teams and committees. Oil and Gas Commission Executive and Staff to consult, explain, provide expert advice and support on First Nations policy issues as well as forewarning on sensitive issues, briefing on strategies, work on project teams to ensure that plans under development are consistent with government and Commission policy and can be effectively implemented. Where required, the position may support other Commission departments by providing advice on engagement, consultation, and the fulfillment of obligations under agreements and the common law. Oil and Gas Industry to provide tactical analysis and advice and to explain Commission agreements and the current status of relationships, negotiations or agreement implementation as required. SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES / DELIVERABLES Interprets, develops, and recommends changes to policy, regulation, legislation and other regulatory standards related to oil and gas development throughout the province. Develops, coordinates, implements and monitors projects which may include conducting social, economic, and environmental assessments of options, developing recommendations for approval by the Commission Executive and ensuring the projects are consistent with the Commission s relationship objectives and provincial policies. Facilitates multi-agency coordination regarding various initiatives associated with the Commissions role. Reports on the effectiveness of the Commission s consultation processes and relationships and recommends options for program and process improvement. Briefs Commission Management and Executive on key issues; identifies solutions to complex problems that have cross agency implications for a wide variety of sensitive issues, including barriers to change, cross divisional organizational changes, and systemic organizational change. Develops strategies to implement these solutions. DIRECT SUPERVISION (i.e., responsibility for signing the employee appraisal form) # of Regular Role # of Auxiliary Page 2 of 5

4 Directly supervises staff 0 0 Supervises staff through subordinate supervisors 0 0 PROJECT /TEAM LEADERSHIP OR TRAINING Role # of # of Role Supervises students or volunteers varies Provides formal training to other staff varies Lead project teams varies Assigns, monitors & examines the work of staff varies WORKING CONDITIONS/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/TOOLS & EQUIPMENT Some field work and overnight and provincial travel will be required. PREPARED BY NAME: Rebecca Donnell EMPLOYEE SIGN OFF NAME: DATE: DATE: May 2017 EXCLUDED MANAGER AUTHORIZATION I confirm that: 1. the accountabilities / deliverables were assigned to this position effective: May the information in this position description reflects the actual work performed. 3. a copy has / will be provided to the incumbent(s). NAME: Sara Dickinson SIGNATURE: DATE: May 2017 ORGANIZATION CHART Commissioner, Chief Executive Officer Executive Vice President, Chief Legal & Regulatory Officer Vice President, Strategic Engagement Executive Director, Strategic Relations Director, Strategic Relations Manager, First Nations Relations Strategic Relations Specialist (TOPIC POSITION) Page 3 of 5

5 SELECTION CRITERIA Education: Master s degree in related field and one year related experience; or Bachelor s degree in a related field and three years related experience; or Technical diploma in related field and seven years related experience; or An equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Aboriginal Studies Natural Resource/Land Use Management Related Education includes: Public Policy Conflict Resolution/Negotiation Preferred Experience Includes: Experience working in a professional multi-disciplinary team in a highly intense working environment; Experience in program and project management, including planning, developing, organizing and managing concurrent projects with multiple, competing priorities and rigid deadlines; Experience in multi-party negotiations and conflict management in a cross-cultural setting. Related Experience includes: Conducting complex research and analysis related to land use or resource management; Broad policy experience related to environmental or natural resource management; Working with First Nations and/or other stakeholders to resolve conflicts; Dealing with a wide range of resource users such as government, industry, special interest groups and the public; Preference may be given to those with experience in the oil and gas industry as it relates to First Nations issues. Knowledge of: Relevant federal, provincial, municipal and regulatory policies, processes and programs; Aboriginal issues generally and the relationship between aboriginal issues and the mandate of the Commission; Aboriginal law, including research, data collection and issues management; Current, high level environmental issues; Oil & Gas Commission Act, Petroleum and Natural Gas Act, Pipeline Act and other legislation related to the oil and gas industry; Processes for the approval of licenses and permits; Commission programs and structure; Page 4 of 5

6 Skills & Abilities: Exemplary verbal, presentation and written communications skills and attention to detail when communicating both orally and in writing. Ability to effectively use tact and diplomacy, and able to handle highly confidential material and advanced knowledge of intergovernmental protocols. Initiate, manage, lead and complete complex and concurrent projects, independently or in teams within time and resource constraints while monitoring progress and evaluating results Anticipate, identify, clarify and assess issues and situations quickly and to develop and implement appropriate and timely courses of action Organize and manage own workload under limited direction, adapting to changing priorities, emergent issues, competing and conflicting demands and resources while keeping supervisor informed of significant issues KEY COMPETENCIES 1. Adaptability - Willingness and ability to effectively work in and adapt to change 2. Organizational Awareness - Understands the structure and culture of the organization and how it impacts their work. 3. Change Management - the ability to support a change initiative that has been mandated within the organization. 4. Conceptual Thinking - Ability to use creative reasoning and thought processes to identify patterns and connections between situations that are not obviously related. 5. Listening, Understanding, and Responding - the desire and ability to understand and respond effectively to other people from diverse backgrounds. 6. Continuous Development - proactively taking actions to improve personal capability. 7. Teamwork and Cooperation - Ability to work co-operatively within diverse teams, work groups and across the organization to achieve group and organizational goals. 8. Relationship Building - Working to build or maintain ethical relationships or networks or contacts with people who are, or may be, potentially helpful in achieving work-related goals and establishing advantages. 9. Results Orientation - Concern for surpassing a standard of excellence. 10. Strategic Orientation - is the ability to link long-range visions and concepts to daily work, ranging from a simple understanding to a sophisticated awareness of the impact of the world at large on strategies and on choices. Page 5 of 5