POSITION:                   Fisheries Technician (Boat Operator)
SALARY RANGE:         Commensurate with qualifications
SUPERVISOR:              Fisheries Manager
HOURS:                       Seasonal (Part time) (Averaging Agreement)
LOCATION:                New Aiyansh, British Columbia

 NATURE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:  The Nisga‚Äôa Fisheries Program includes yearly research and monitoring of fish stocks and habitat.  This position is for small vessel operation on the Nass River in the area from Sandy River to Kincolith. The boat will be based in Greenville, BC.  As with all positions require adequate rain gear and the ability to collect and record accurate fisheries data.

IMPACT OF ERROR:  The impact or error is significant to the Nation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & OTHER ATTRIBUTES:

1.Grade 11 or higher education;
2.Previous fisheries experience is an asset;
3.Boat handling skills;
4.Outboard motor and boat maintenance skills;
5.Reliable transportation to and from work;
6.Valid Level 1 First Aide Ticket is an asset;
7.Valid SVOP and MED A3 certification is required.

If you are interested in this employment opportunity please send a resume package that includes the following:

1.   Cover Letter
2.   Resume
3.   (3) work related reference
4.   Copy of accredited certificates/diplomas
5.  Copy of First Aide Ticket if  available

Applicants are requested to submit resume package describing their qualifications. Resumes packages must be received prior to 5:00 pm on May 2, 2011. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

ALL RESUME PACKAGES MAY BE DIRECTED TO: 

Nisga’a Lisims Government
Attention: Human Resource Department
P.O. BOX 231, New Aiyansh, B.C., V0J 1A0
Fax Number: 250-633-2367
Email: hrdept@nisgaa.net