CNA - Harvesting Coordinator

Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly

Harvesting Coordinator

Job Title: Harvesting Coordinator
Reports To: ʔesknstwexʷ Co-Lead
Term: Full-time, Permanent
Compensation: $36,400.00 - $54,600.00 annually
Start Date: As soon as a suitable candidate is found
Closing Date: July 1, 2026

Position Purpose
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly (CNA) was created in 2013 as a powerful and unifying voice for eight Nlaka’pamux Bands regarding the Teck Highland Valley Copper Mine. It is governed by a Board of Directors appointed by the eight Participating Bands. Headquartered in Merritt, BC, with a workforce of over 40, CNA provides training and job readiness along with cultural, social, and technical programming to the over 3035 members of the eight Participating Bands.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Harvesting Coordinator to lead our community harvesting programs. The ideal candidate will work closely with community members to plan, coordinate, and implement various harvesting activities that reflect the values and traditions of the nłeʔképmx people.

Primary Duties

• Organize and oversee harvesting events, including gathering traditional foods, plants, and cultural resources,
• Collaborate with Elders and community members to ensure harvesting practices align with traditional knowledge and environmental sustainability,
• Develop educational workshops to teach community members about traditional harvesting methods, seasonal cycles, and the importance of conservation,
• Build partnerships with local organizations and community groups to promote participation and awareness of harvesting activities,
• Evaluate the success of programs and gather feedback for continuous improvement, and
• Other ad hoc duties as assigned by the ʔesknstwexʷ Co-Lead.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of nłeʔképmx culture, traditional ecological knowledge, and sustainable practices,
• Understanding of nłeʔkepmxcín (Thompson language) is an asset,
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills,
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster positive relationships with elders, families, and community members,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion,
• Knowledge of and experience in working with Indigenous heritage, language, traditional practices,
• Willingness to learn nłeʔkepmx cultural values and protocols while recognizing and respecting cultural diversity, and
• Strong ability to organize, prioritize, multi-task, and manage time, with solid computer skills and proficiency with Excel and other Microsoft Office productivity software.

Experience and Requirements

• Experience in community-based harvesting or environmental management, preferably within Indigenous contexts,
• Experience in program delivery is an asset,
• Willingness to travel for work with a valid BC Class 5 driver's license and with access to a personal vehicle,
• Willingness to complete and pass a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), and
• Acceptable driver's abstract.

Work Environment

• Schedule: Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break, fluctuating when needed. On average, 35 hours per week,
• Overtime: All daily overtime over 8 hours will be banked at 1.5x, all hours over 12 will be banked at 2x,
• Reporting Office Location: Office work will be conducted from the CNA office at 2025 Granite Ave, Merritt BC,
• Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation (10 working days), accrued at 0.84 per month,
• Winter Break: 2 weeks paid (max 10 working days),
• Benefits: 50% benefit premiums paid by employer,
• Pension: Pension matching (percentage increasing with years of service), and
• Personal and Professional Development: As part of total compensation, we supply full-time permanent employees with the means to advance their skills and education

We will provide training and professional development to support the right candidate. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe you would be of value to our organization, then we want to hear from you!

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The Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve. This position is open to all candidates who meet the qualifications. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified nłeʔkepmx candidates.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Your application to this posting is deemed to be your consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of personal information for the purposes of recruitment. Citxw Nlaka’pamux Assembly respects the privacy of all applicants and the confidentiality of personal information.