Heritage Officer

Posted: January 27, 2012
Closing date: February 17, 2012

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JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager of Heritage and Culture, the incumbent is responsible for promoting public awareness, appreciation, respect and understanding of all aspects of Na Cho Nyak Dun culture and heritage, including: promoting the recording and preservation of traditional language, beliefs and oral histories. This includes legends and cultural knowledge for the benefit of future generations. The incumbent will manage and protect Heritage Resources through integrated resource management, including land use planning and the development assessment processes.  The primary initial task shall be the implementation of the FNNND Five Year Strategic Heritage Plan and the recommendations contained therein.  This plan sets the framework for the cultural rejuvenation of the FNNND.  Lastly, the administration of any projects that focus on historical sites within the Traditional Territory.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• Grade 12 Academic with a successful completion of additional course work in the area of Heritage, Library Science, History, Renewable Resources, Archeology, Tourism, and or/ Anthropology;
• Or an academic degree in any of the areas listed above;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience working within a First Nation environment in any of the areas previously listed with several years of experience in the areas previously indicated through either paid or volunteer service.

*Preference will be given to FNNND Citizens*
***The job opportunity is open for both internal candidates of First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun and external candidates.***

Please submit your cover letter, resume and references to:   
Michelle Peter, Human Resources Administrator
First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun
P.O. Box 220, Mayo, YT Y0B 1M0
Phone: (867)996-2265 Ext: 203   Fax:  (867) 996-2267
Email to:  mpeter@nndfn.com

The First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun (FNNND) is a self-governing Yukon First Nation.  We are one of the largest employers in Mayo delivering educational, social, governance and housing services to FNNND Citizens and staff.