Mineral Rights Specialist
Job Summary
Limited Competition
This Job Opening is limited to employees with the GNWT/WSCC in indeterminate and term positions.
Employees must apply through HRIS / Employee Self-Service. For instructions please see:
https://www.gov.nt.ca/careers/en/submit-application-gnwt-employee
Department Information
The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.
Job Information
The Mineral Rights Specialist's main responsibility is the research and analysis of information as it relates to legislative development and mineral rights administration in the NWT, including analyses of other jurisdictions. Currently this work focuses on the Mineral Resource Act and the development of the new regulations. The Mineral Rights Specialist writes reports including research documents, policy options papers, and policy recommendations papers. The research duties include keeping up to date on industry and governmental activities that affect mineral rights, as well as devoting time to special projects to improve and modernize mineral rights administration. Information, once analyzed, would be presented to the relevant Divisions of Industry, Tourism and Investment and senior management as required.
The incumbent would also have responsibility for keeping up to date on mining practices, and how they would affect legislation and regulations of the GNWT.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by: The above noted knowledge, skills and abilities would typically be attained through the completion of a bachelor's degree in a related field, and a minimum of 5 years of experience in this field progressively increasing responsibility.
Experience should be professional work in research, engagement, writing papers, presenting analysis, and anything related to gaining knowledge in mining or exploration.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Term Position
This job opening is for a 2 Year Term.
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources. Experience should be professional work in research, engagement, writing papers, presenting analysis, and anything related to gaining knowledge in mining or exploration.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 26441
Closing Date: April 25, 2025 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.