Senior Indigenous & Community Relations Lead

Closing Date: May 25, 2025

Join Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest producers of zinc concentrate. We are committed to encouraging a family-oriented work environment that values every team member. For many of our positions, we offer a unique rotation schedule with 2 weeks on-site followed by 2 weeks off-site, allowing you to enjoy quality time with your loved ones. 
 

Partnership with NANA Regional Corporation: The mine operates on land owned by the NANA Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation. This partnership ensures that the local Iñupiat community benefits from the mine’s operations, reflecting our dedication to community engagement and sustainable practices.

Embracing Courageous Safety Leadership (CSL):  At Teck, safety is a core value central to our work culture. Through programs like CSL, we empower every employee to be a safety leader, encouraging a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating risks. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to sustaining this safety-first environment, where speaking up and driving positive change are not just encouraged but expected.

Reporting to the Community and Public Relations Manager, the lead will develop and manage strategic approaches to stakeholder engagement and community development. This includes participating in the development of engagement strategies for exploration projects and overseeing their implementation.

The Senior Indigenous & Community Relations Lead will establish and maintain relationships with Indigenous peoples and communities, ensuring alignment with Indigenous rights frameworks. This role involves managing grievances, collaborating with various teams to integrate Indigenous considerations, and overseeing Community Relations (CR) planning.

Responsibilities:

•    Develop, implement, and manage a Community Relations strategy consistent with company standards and international commitments for Red Dog Operations and provide input into the strategies related to the Anarraaq & Aktigiruq Exploration Program (AAEP)
•    Develop, implement, and manage COI engagement plans for the operation and project
•    Create and/or maintain appropriate points of contact between the company and identified community stakeholders to establish and maintain respectful and trusting relationships and dialogue
•    Maintain and track information on community stakeholders, interested or potentially affected groups, and their interests, concerns, and opportunities
•    Facilitate inclusive opportunities on an ongoing basis for information sharing, consultation, informed participation, and education with community stakeholders
•    Accountable for the management of the community grievance and feedback system
•    Monitor and evaluate activities and provide accurate and timely reports on activities, issues, concerns, and interests to company decision-makers
•    Provide extensive support for the execution of the Strategic/Business Plan for external relations, communications, and sustainability initiatives to enhance Red Dog’s reputation and move toward more sustainable practices
•    Support the implementation of administrative and governance management systems, including key performance metrics
•    Assist in the identification and cultivation of strategic alliances with communities, non-government organizations, and other Communities of Interest
•    Use key social elements to understand social risks and impacts and use that information to better formulate engagement strategies
 

Qualifications:

•    Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related discipline
•    Ten (10) years’ experience in direct community relations and engagement experience with knowledge of relevant approaches and methodologies
•    Experienced in sustainability and resource development in multi-stakeholder, collaborative environments
•    Demonstrate planning, organizing and program design experience and associated program and management skills
•    Excellent communication, facilitation and interpersonal skills and experience of working co-operatively with a broad range of community stakeholders
•    Demonstrated planning, organizing and program design experience and associated program and management skills
•    Computer skills, with advance knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint, applications
•    High level of integrity, respect and solutions-focused with a commitment to respectful and inclusive community engagement
•    Knowledge of Alaska Native cultures is an asset
•    Experience working with indigenous people in remote communities is an asset
•    Understanding of and experience in the extractives industry and projects, especially mining is an asse

About Teck Alaska Incorporated, Red Dog Operations

At Teck, we believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive. Our Red Dog mine features modern facilities, including dedicated spaces for group and individual physical activities, weights, cardio equipment, movie rooms, theme nights, and modern accommodation complexes. To ensure a comfortable living and family-style working environment for all employees, we also provide all meals, making it easier for you to focus on your work and well-being.

 We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance, paid sick leave, vacation days, and a 401k plan. Our two-weeks on/two-weeks off schedule is designed to provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

 Diversity is a core value at Teck. Our teams work collaboratively, respecting each person’s unique perspective and contribution. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

 We appreciate all applicants’ interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.