DescriptionABOUT THE AGENCY: The
Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote
and enhance our common wealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources
for the well-being of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most
diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000
acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes,
ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and
parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation
and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously
employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of
place through carrying out the mission. The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Program Coordinator III - Indigenous Peoples Partnership Coordinator, located at 10 Park Plaza, Boston, MA. Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process. About Conservation and Resource Stewardship: DCR places are special. It starts with the conservation and stewardship of our Commonwealth’s unique and significant landscapes. Outdoor recreation invites all to experience these resources and see what makes Massachusetts special. It is purpose of the Conservation and Resource Stewardship team to ensure these lands are available for future generations. It is our passion to create a sense of place at DCR that will foster a culture of stewardship. GENERAL STATEMENT OF
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Indigenous Peoples Partnership Coordinator will serve as the agency Indigenous Community Liaison, providing support to the Director of the Office of Cultural Resources to help foster meaningful relationships and improve understanding and collaboration between DCR staff and Indigenous Peoples throughout Massachusetts. The Coordinator will convene gatherings, conduct outreach, coordinate conversations, initiate and manage joint projects, develop guidelines and agreements, procedures, and program materials to build, foster and support these relationships. The Commonwealth values the opportunity to work closely with Indigenous Peoples and Tribal Nations. DCR seeks to partner with Indigenous Peoples and Tribal Nations regarding how traditional ecological knowledge can contribute to identifying viable strategies for climate action/climate change adaptation. DCR recognizes that Indigenous Tribal Knowledge (ITK) offers valuable experience, expertise, and insight of land and water resources. By fostering a new and ongoing relationship between DCR and Indigenous Peoples and Tribal Nations, effective and impactful pathways for engagement are created, particularly for DCR to listen and learn regarding Indigenous knowledge. It is DCR's goal that ITK will contribute to implementing sustainable solutions for climate change adaptation and resilience. The Indigenous Peoples Partnership Coordinator will assist the Office of Cultural Resources in launching the FPFS Partnership. DCR's First People First Stewards (FPFS) partnership is a new effort for DCR to better acknowledge and understand the role of DCR-stewarded lands in the cultural continuity, public health, well-being, and sovereignty of Indigenous Peoples in Massachusetts. The Commonwealth has an opportunity to assist in the revitalization of traditional physical and cultural connections. Through this partnership DCR commits to continue ongoing dialog between DCR and Indigenous Peoples. DETAILED STATEMENT OF
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Indigenous Peoples
Partnerships Coordinator will serve as the agency Indigenous Community
Liaison and advise and assist the Office of Cultural Resources in creating,
organizing and launching the First People, First Stewards (FPFS) Partnership.
The goal of FPFS Partnership is to support Indigenous Peoples, groups, and
communities by enhancing communication, improving equity, and access to DCR
lands. The goal is to continue developing collaborative relationships that
further cultural knowledge and shared resource stewardship. Specific Duties include: Developing a program of
engagement and stewardship to support Indigenous communities' ongoing
cultural relationship to DCR managed public lands; Creating opportunities for
communications between DCR and Indigenous communities; Serving as DCR liaison to
Indigenous communities including federally recognized tribes, state
recognized tribes, and Indigenous communities with ancestral ties to the
lands of Massachusetts; Collecting, analyzing and
synthesizing information on Indigenous partnerships in other states,
including models for policy, staff training, resource stewardship, research,
public programming and projects; Leading DCR's FPFS Working
Group; Developing DCR's program
materials, including web sites, videos, story maps, handouts, and other
materials to facilitate appropriate communications; Creating a program
database, including maintaining contact lists and regular outreach schedules; Conducting research to
facilitate staff training, land stewardship, interpretation, or other high
priority actions identified by DCR in partnership with Indigenous
communities; Providing educational
support to DCR staff, and collaborate closely with the Environmental Justice
team at EEA including HR and DEI Office.; Coordinating with all
Bureaus and Divisions of DCR, including, but not limited to, the Office of
Climate Resilience, Interpretive Services, Park Operations, Office of
Research, and Office of Natural Resources. Example: inventory and review of
interpretive materials containing information about Indigenous peoples,
Indigenous lands, and Indigenous narratives and coordination with the
Indigenous community to ensure accurate, appropriate, and culturally
sensitive content for public consumption; Support the DCR Resource
Management Planning program; Providing logistical
support for meetings of DCR's FPFS Working Group, and assist in development
of DCR's presentations to same; Provide logistical support
to the MA Commission on Indian Affairs and/or other Indigenous groups and
communities in their work with DCR; Ability to obtain reliable transportation for statewide site visits at both DCR and non-DCR sites. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS DCR seeks a candidate with
a strong foundation and core understanding of Indigenous heritage within
Massachusetts and New England to assist in developing and implementing the
First People, First Stewards Partnership program. The preferred candidate
will have a solid understanding of Indigenous culture, excellent
communication and organizational skills, ability to research and understand
government policy, and strong technical skills. Specifically, the preferred
candidate shall: Possess knowledge and
understanding of Indigenous culture, language, and history in Massachusetts
and the area of New England; Demonstrate knowledge of
tribes with ancestral ties to Massachusetts lands, including, but not limited
to, the Wampanoag (Mashpee, Aquinnah, and Herring Pond), the Stockbridge
Munsee, the Nipmuc (Hasssenamisco and Chaubunagungamaug), the Massachusett,
the Pocasset and Indigenous communities as recognized in Executive Order 126. Present previous relevant
experience working with Indigenous peoples, groups, and communities. Demonstrate understanding
of historical and current government policies, regulations, and procedures
affecting Indigenous communities in Massachusetts including the role of the
MA Commission on Indian Affairs and Tribal Historic Preservation Offices, and
state and federal laws. Possess excellent written
and verbal skills; Have the ability to
recognize and acknowledge cultural differences, especially in relation to
program communications; Familiarity navigating
difficult conversations that may include, but are not limited to, land
acknowledgement and repatriation, past and current effects of colonialism,
environmental justice issues, etc. Demonstrate strong
research, analysis and writing skills to convey complex subject matter and
draw conclusions from data Possess experience in developing public
information including web, video, and other media; Display proficiency in
Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Display proficiency in
Adobe Acrobat. Possess familiarity with GIS StoryMap – DCR can train the selected candidate. QualificationsFirst consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. MINIMUM ENTRANCE
REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) four years
of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, administrative or
managerial experience in business administration, business management or
public administration the major duties of which involved program management,
program administration, program coordination, program planning and/or program
analysis, and (B) of which at least one year must have been in a supervisory
capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and
the substitutions below. Substitutions:
*Education
toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the
requirements actually completed. NOTE: No substitutions will be permitted for the required (B) experience. Comprehensive Benefits When you
embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding
suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation
package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your
loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? An Equal Opportunity /
Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and
persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Official Title: Program Coordinator
III Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-10 Park PlazaJob: Administrative ServicesAgency: Department of Conservation & RecreationSchedule: Full-timeShift: DayJob Posting: Jan 30, 2024, 4:36:14 PMNumber of Openings: 1Salary: 73,566.74 - 107,580.12 YearlyIf you have
Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or
need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA
Coordinator: Moneesha Dasgupta - 6176450358 Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE -
Professional Admin. Confidential: No Potentially Eligible
for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes |
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Sunday, February 4, 2024
Job Opportunity: Massachusetts. Program Coordinator III - Indigenous Peoples Partnership Coordinator - (23000D97)
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