Senior Advisor, Indigenous Consultation

Role Overview

Join Metrolinx's Capital Projects Group, Environmental Services and Indigenous Relations division as a Senior Advisor, Indigenous Consultation. This role will confirm the Duty to Consult and support project teams in addressing the Duty to Consult and Accommodate. The team is highly collaborative and works closely with leaders across the organization.

What You Will Do

Assess the scope of Indigenous consultation required, provide subject matter expertise, and collaborate with project teams and consultants/contractors. Monitor and coordinate environmental tracking related to Indigenous community engagement/consultation and associated commitments.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires a strong understanding of Indigenous communities' priorities, including familiarity with Aboriginal and Treaty Rights. Experience working with Indigenous communities and knowledge of Ontario Indigenous Communities, treaties, and claims is an asset.

Requirements

• Completion of a degree in a related discipline (e.g., Indigenous Studies/Relations, Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, Sustainability, Planning, Anthropology, Archaeology) or a combination of education, training, and experience
• Demonstrated progressive experience in consultation with Indigenous communities, and/or environmental assessment and mitigation
• Experience with assessing the scope of Indigenous consultation required on major projects
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental assessment, Indigenous Community consultation, the Duty to Consult and Accommodate, and relationship building
• In-depth knowledge and/or lived experience of Indigenous communities' priorities
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

Benefits

• Accommodation for individuals with disabilities
• Equitable and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development