Senior Policy Analyst

Tsawwassen First Nation (TFN) is a proud Coast Salish Nation situated in southwestern British Columbia, on the Salish Sea near the mouth of the Fraser River. In 2009, the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement came into effect—the first modern urban treaty in British Columbia and the first treaty successfully negotiated through the BC Treaty Commission process. Today, TFN is a leader in self‑government that maintains a professional public service that supports the day‑to‑day operations of Tsawwassen government.

TFN has an exciting opportunity for a qualified Senior Policy Analyst. This position reports to the Manager of Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs and works to advance TFN’s strategic interests under the direction of Chief and Executive Council. The Senior Policy Analyst will be expected to use their strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead a unit of up to three Policy Analysts in providing policy support to a variety of Tsawwassen Government departments, including the Departments of Health, Education, Family Services, Language and Culture, and Recreation and Events.

• Working closely with the Manager of Policy and Intergovernmental Affairs to:
  • ensure TFN’s interests are effectively represented in engagements and negotiations with external partners,
  • develop work plans and set priorities for Policy Analysts within their unit, and
  • lead major policy initiatives, delegating tasks as appropriate
• Collaborating with departments to support the development of policies, regulations, and legislation, including researching best practices, analyzing existing frameworks, presenting policy options, and drafting materials that reflect government direction
• Leading a unit of Policy Analysts, including managing the unit workload, providing mentorship, and overseeing performance
• Planning and facilitating engagement with Tsawwassen Members on specific policy issues
• Researching, analyzing, and preparing briefing materials and reports for presentation to Executive Council and the Legislature
• Supporting policy development and intergovernmental engagements related to:
  • Family services
  • Human Resources and Talent Development
  • Culture and Heritage
  • Income Assistance
  • Language
  • Recreation and Events
  • Community Safety

• Undergraduate degree in social science, public administration, public policy, law, political science, Indigenous studies, economics, or a related field
• Minimum three to five years of experience in policy analysis, advocacy, or a senior role within government or a similar organization
• Experience working with First Nations governments and communities
• Working knowledge of federal, provincial, Treaty First Nation, and municipal government structures and interactions
• Experience developing policy, regulations, and legislation
• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking skills, including both qualitative and quantitative methods
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare high‑quality reports, policy papers, and position statements
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing demands
• Strong judgment, professionalism, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently

• Familiarity with the culture, governance, and activities of Tsawwassen First Nation
• Experience supervising or mentoring staff
• Ability to attend on‑site meetings on a regular basis

• Work is performed primarily indoors in an office environment. Remote work is possible, though the ability to work in office is considered an asset
• Occasional off‑site travel is required to attend meetings, committees, conferences, and training events
• The position involves…