BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The newly established Kootenay Boundary Strategic Initiatives - Forest Landscape Planning team is a dynamic and innovative group driving meaningful change in forest management. You’ll collaborate closely with First Nations partners, government representatives, and other stakeholders to develop a Forest Landscape Plan that balances environmental, social, and economic goals, using a collaborative approach to modernizing forest management in the Kootenay Lake TSA.

The Role
As the Land and Resource Specialist- Forest Landscape Planning, you will support the development of forest landscape plan outcomes and guidelines, working closely with First Nations partners, licensees, and stakeholders. Your work will contribute to a transparent and inclusive planning process, helping to shape sustainable forest management practices. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a collaborative effort that prioritizes long-term stewardship of natural resources, fostering meaningful partnerships with First Nations to create lasting impact.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area. (e.g., Forest Professionals BC, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia)). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of related education/training, plus three (3) or more years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience managing natural resource management projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
• Experience in managing multi-disciplinary/multiple partner projects in which innovative solutions were implemented to solve a unique or complex natural resource management problem.
• Experience related to First Nations engagement, collaboration and relationship building. 
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience in coordinating and leading the development of forest landscape plans or other strategic management plans consistent with government policy and regulations.
• Experience in effectively resolving conflicts around sensitive issues.
• Experience in chairing meetings, and/or facilitating committees, planning tables, or technical tables with First Nations and stakeholders.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Genevieve.Lachance@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is also posted as a STO-RE 27R under REQ 118113. 
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to 2 days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This is a temporary opportunity until March 31, 2026. This position may be extended.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area. (e.g., Forest Professionals BC, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia)). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made. If you do not meet this requirement, apply to the Scientific Technical Officer 27R opportunity via Requisition 118113

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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