Indigenous Liaison

Role Responsibilities

Do you have a knack for engagement and enjoy public speaking? Do you consider yourself an expert in relationship management? The Police Review Commission is looking to hiring an Indigenous Liaison that will work hand in hand with the CEO preparing engagement materials and at time delivering them on behalf of the CEO. 

The Indigenous Liaison, reporting to the Manager of Engagement and Change Management, is responsible for fostering trust and collaboration with both Indigenous and non-Indigenous community partners. This role involves meeting and communicating with various Indigenous communities and organizations and representing the Police Review Commission's interests during external engagements.

Key responsibilities include:
 

• Leading the development and execution of the Police Review Commission's engagement strategy.
• Measuring the results of engagement efforts.
• Providing expertise on community perspectives, public education, and relationship management to the Police Review Commission staff.

As the Indigenous Liaison you must use your experience and specialized knowledge to handle politically and emotionally sensitive discussions while representing the Police Review Commission. You will often meet independently with Indigenous communities, relying solely on your understanding of Indigenous culture, history, protocol, and police oversight.

If this sounds like you, click the link below to find out more: 

https://mydocs.wfd.alberta.ca/media/ircn2uj5/jr66578_024psama_indigenous-liaison.pdf

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
 

• System Thinking – Consider the political and social environment as it relates to policing and law enforcement, and Indigenous communities, and uses that knowledge to inform project plans and implementation strategies.
• Drive for Results – Sets goals related to engagement, shares findings with the Police Review Commission and consistently seeks to improve relationships with Indigenous communities and organizations as well as other external groups.
• Develop Networks – Creates strong networks within the Police Review Commission, Indigenous communities and organizations, police and other partners. Leverages these relationships to understand issues and identify solutions that meet the needs of different partners.
• Build Collaborative Environments – Fosters and encourages an environment where everyone feels empowered to contribute to solutions. This effort extends to staff and leaders in the Police Review Commission, and with external partners in Indigenous communities and organizations as well as other external groups. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
 

• University degree in Communication, Indigenous Relations or any other related field with 4 years of related experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or  1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Required:
 

• Sound understanding of Indigenous history in Canada as well as awareness of the diversity that exists among the Indigenous population in Alberta

Assets:
 

• Previous experience working with Indigenous people and communities 
• Ability to speak an Alberta Indigenous language fluently (Cree, Blackfoot, Dene, Stoney, Nakota Sioux)
• Experience engaging with and writing for Indigenous people and stakeholders at varying levels.
• Working knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, protocol.

NOTE: Providing a cover letter is strongly encouraged as your writing skills will be evaluated through your cover letter.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)
• Some travel will be required for the role

Other Application Information:
 

• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.
• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time.  For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs