Fisheries Analyst
Term: One year with the potential for renewal
Overview:
The Wolastoqey Nation in New Brunswick (WNNB) provides high-quality advice and technical support to
New Brunswick’s six Wolastoqey communities on resource development matters that impact Aboriginal
and Treaty Rights. Since our inception in 2017, WNNB has built a passionate and highly motivated team
of technical and legal experts and a workplace that values interdisciplinary collaboration. Our
organization is committed to achieving justice, equity and self-determination for the Wolastoqiyik.
To learn more about our organization and the work we do, please visit wnnb.wolastoqey.ca.
We are seeking an organized, self-motivated individual with experience in freshwater and/or marine
fisheries or a related environmental field to join our team as a Fisheries Analyst. Reporting to the
Fisheries Lead, the main responsibilities of the Fisheries Analyst are:

• Providing critical analysis of resource development proposals and regulatory applications (e.g.
  Environmental Impact Assessments, Fisheries Act Authorizations) to understand their impacts on
  fish, aquatic habitats and Wolastoqey harvesting rights
• Analyzing and providing input on fisheries and environmental policy, regulations and legislation
• Supporting the WNNB Fisheries Team in negotiations with the federal government regarding the
  development of fisheries agreements
• Contributing to the development of Wolastoqey-led fisheries and environmental management plans
• Communicating your analyses to Wolastoqey communities and gathering input and feedback from
  Wolastoqey members regarding impacts to harvesting rights
• Developing strategic research proposals and funding applications that will support WNNB’s
  consultation efforts and Wolastoqey communities’ goals
• Contributing to the design of field studies and collection of fisheries and environmental data, as well
  as pre- and post-project monitoring related to resource development projects
• Helping to build technical capacity within WNNB and Wolastoqey communities
  Qualifications (required)
• Bachelor’s degree or greater from a recognized post-secondary institution in a subject area relevant
  to the position (e.g. Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Management, Fisheries Management,
  Marine or Freshwater governance, Environmental Law)
• Knowledge of New Brunswick’s marine and/or freshwater ecosystems, their species, and the threats
  and stressors they face.
• Ability to understand, summarize and critically evaluate scientific documents and literature.
• Excellent communication skills demonstrated through written and/or oral formats.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple ongoing projects.
• Organize and maintain detailed records
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Fluent in word processing and software such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s license and willingness to travel regionally
  Qualifications (considered an asset)
• 2+ years experience or equivalent post-graduate education working in a field related to the position
• Knowledge of New Brunswick’s indigenous peoples, as well as the Peace and Friendship Treaties and
  the crown’s Duty to Consult and Accommodate
• Experience working within or partnering with Indigenous communities
• Familiarity with the concept of Two-eyed seeing
• Knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation (e.g. Fisheries Act, Impact Assessment Act,
  Species at Risk Act) and regulatory processes (e.g. Environmental Impact Assessment, Fisheries Act
  Authorizations)
• Ability to prepare applications for project funding
• Ability to manage budgets and complete reporting
• Ability to supervise junior staff
• Familiarity with the Microsoft software ecosystem (Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, Sharepoint)
• Familiarity with scientific, statistical and mapping software (e.g. R, ArcGIS, QGIS)
• Familiarity with field data collection techniques in fisheries, limnology, freshwater and/or marine
  ecosystems
  Remuneration is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Wolastoqey Nation in New
  Brunswick offers competitive salary and generous pension and benefits to our employees. The Salary
  Range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000
  Working location is 35 Dedham Street, Sitansisk (St. Mary’s First Nation, NB). This role will require
  working from our office a minimum of two days per week.
  Applications (Resume and cover letter) should be submitted in confidence via email, with the subject
  line “WNNB Fisheries Analyst” to: human.resources@wolastoqey.ca or via indeed.com. The deadline
  for applications is August 2nd, 2024.
  WNNB hires based on merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified persons
  to apply; however, preference will be given to individuals with an Indigenous background as per
  section 42 of the Human Rights Code