Community Safety Coordinator

Job Information

Reports to: Lands Manager
Location: Comox Valley
Hours: 35 per week (Full-Time)
Job Type: Permanent
Salary Range: $27-$37 per hour
Benefits: Yes
About K'ómoks First Nation
We, the K'ómoks people, envision a prosperous and healthy Nation, in which we exercise our rights and title throughout our territory, honoring our people, lands, waters, cultures, and languages. K'ómoks First Nation ensures the well-being and self-sufficiency in all aspects of our Nation by asserting our rights and title while upholding our members.
Purpose of the Role
The purpose of this position is a focus on creating programs and policies that support education, community engagement, and building relationships based around community safety initiatives and concerns. The position supports, facilitates, and coordinates engagement in the community while liaising with a wide variety of stakeholders. This role collects data, conducts research, and completes various administrative tasks within the Administration while helping to provide advice to decision-makers surrounding the Tribunal Process (investigation of offenses, enforcement of laws) and community preventative strategies related to health and wellness, future planning, and mentorship.
Key Responsibilities:
Investigate and support enforcement of all KFN laws and issue permits, warnings, tickets or violation notices
Respond to public inquiries and complaints regarding public safety, lands, and environmental concerns
Liaise with other governmental, law enforcement and regulatory agencies, including: KFN Health, RCMP, SPCA, Ministry of Environment, Conservation Officers, Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and Comox Fire Department
Developing, designing and implementing community safety programs
Developing relationships and working in partnership with the RCMP on KFN law enforcement strategies
Supporting/administering an Indigenous community based restorative justice program and initiatives
Supporting Management in the creation of developing any policies or processes related to programs or funding opportunities that are dept/role specific
Preparing and administering any funding opportunities for programs related to law enforcement, education and prevention strategies
Preparing K'ómoks First Nation funding applications related to community safety and law enforcement
Conducting all Dept related administrative filing as required
Supporting the Administration in the monthly Community Safety Meetings
Monitoring of all the third party security groups, targeted reports, member videos, and commentary for K'ómoks First Nation IR#1 security
Managing and preparing any reports or administrative briefings for Council regarding community safety and law enforcement
Supporting members with any forms, waivers and permits that may be required
Establish and implement a mentoring program for community safety related tasks
Preparing and supporting projects within the Lands Department that relate to community safety
Preparing, researching, and supporting the creation of KFN Laws and Policies with the Lands Manager
Consulting and collaborating with other departments
Supervising summer students during short term projects
Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience working in an administrative role within an office environment
2+ years of experience working in and with the Indigenous community preferred
Completion of a post-secondary program in a related field or equivalent experience is an asset
Prior law enforcement experience is an asset
Education and/or experience in healthcare-related programs such as addictions and suicide prevention an asset
Cultural sensitivity and awareness with thorough knowledge of the current First Nations governance landscape in BC and knowledge of relevant socio-historical events relevant to First Nations in Canada
Criminal Record Check with a satisfactory result
Computer literate in Microsoft Office with proficiency in Excel and Word
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Application Information
If this opportunity to work with a growing indigenous organization appeals to you, please apply online with your resume and cover.
This posting will remain open until filled.
We value employment equity and prioritize applications from indigenous applicants, and we especially encourage those living within the K'ómoks First Nation to apply. If you have any questions about the job posting or the process, please contact *** .
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