Community Fisheries Coordinator

Job Description

Community Fisheries Coordinator

Salary: $48,000 – $53,000

Employment Type: Full-time, 1-year term

Location: Glooscap First Nation

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits become available after three (3) months of uninterrupted service.

Duties and Responsibilities

Fisheries Program Administration

• Coordinate and administer the Aboriginal Fisheries Strategy (AFS) Agreement and the

Treaty Rights Protected (TRP) Fishery, including day-to-day operations, logistics, and record

keeping.

• Prepare and submit required reports, including monthly reports to Chief and Council, the

annual AFS Final Report to DFO, annual work plans, and summaries for community and

Annual General Meetings.

• Track program expenditures, maintain financial records, and work within established budgets

in cooperation with the Finance Department.

• Maintain comprehensive physical and electronic filing systems, records, agreements, and

correspondence related to all fisheries programs.

• Respond to inquiries from community members regarding fisheries programs and

opportunities. FSC and TRP Fishery Coordination

• Coordinate the day-to-day administration of the Food, Social and Ceremonial (FSC) Fishery

and the Treaty Rights Protected (TRP) Fishery.

• Prepare participation agreements, distribute tags, and maintain accurate records of all harvest

activity and catch information.

• Coordinate harvest planning meetings and consultations with community members,

harvesters, and leadership.

• Assist with planning, organizing, and distributing FSC and TRP catch to community

members.

• Maintain and care for fisheries equipment, supplies, and related infrastructure. Community Education and Outreach

• Develop and deliver educational materials, presentations, and workshops related to fisheries

programs, Treaty Rights, Mi’kmaq knowledge, and sustainable harvesting practices.

• Coordinate fisheries-related events, community luncheons, learning activities, and youth

programming.

• Organize educational trips, cultural activities, and community engagement opportunities

connected to fisheries programming.

• Work collaboratively with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, harvesters, and partner organizations

to deliver meaningful programming.

• Prepare fisheries-related articles and updates for community newsletters and

communications. Partnerships, Representation and Strategic Development

• Represent Glooscap First Nation at regional fisheries meetings, conferences, workshops, and

training, including multi-community fisheries coordinator forums and discussions on fishing

plans and management.

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with DFO, Indigenous organizations,

fisheries bodies, and community partners.

• Support the identification of funding opportunities and assist with preparing applications,

proposals, and project reports.

• Assist in developing new community fisheries programs and initiatives that strengthen

participation, education, and capacity.

Qualifications and Skills

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Post-secondary education in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and

experience.

• Knowledge of Mi’kmaq culture, Treaty Rights, Indigenous fishing rights, FSC Fisheries,

AFS, RP Fishery, and related regulatory frameworks.

• Experience coordinating programs, initiatives, events, or educational activities, including

preparing reports, work plans, funding applications, presentations, or educational materials.

• Experience working within budgets and tracking program expenditures.

• Strong communication, organizational, time-management, interpersonal, and presentation

skills, with the ability to represent the community professionally.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Working Conditions

• Work takes place in an office setting as well as in the community and in the field, including

wharves, harvesting sites, and fisheries facilities.

• Regular local travel for meetings, events, and community activities; occasional evening or

weekend work may be required.

• Exposure to outdoor conditions may occur during fieldwork.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment with sensitive

information.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume by email to

recruitment@glooscapfirstnation.com

Application Deadline: Open until filled. We are committed to creating accessible and inclusive environments. Requests for accommodation

can be made at any stage of the application and employment process. Preference will be given to

Indigenous candidates where all other things are equal. We encourage all interested applicants to

apply, even if you feel you do not meet every requirement.