BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The BC Wildfire Service’s Kootenay Lake Fire Zone is an Initial Attack Base. It is a close-knit crew of 23 where high morale and camaraderie drive impactful work. The Wildfire Assistant position is a multi-functional compliment to the Senior Officer staff with a ‘boots on the ground’ connection to the zone’s IA crews and wildfire response objectives.  

The Role
As a Wildfire Assistant, your focus is to provide an effective and efficient response to wildfires through preparation, planning, and logistics management. You'll play a vital part in keeping both citizens and responders safe, by balancing priorities and adapting to the fast-paced needs of the team. While much of the work is desk-based, there is variety in the tasks, and you’ll have opportunities for continued development and learning. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain insight into behind-the-scenes operations helping you develop a broader understanding of wildfire response and work toward becoming the Zones Chainsaw Lead. ​

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Technical diploma in a field related to forestry or resource management, plus 2 seasons recent related experience*: OR
• Grade 12 plus 4 seasons in related experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered; AND
• Minimum 2 seasons of supervisory experience.
• Valid class 5 driver licence.
  *Related experience is defined as natural resource management operations or other disciplines related to natural resource management.   

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Certified as Incident Commander 4 or higher
• Qualified Faller Trainer certification

Willingness statements

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures.
• To keep current on emerging issues.
• To take in-house training and certification as required.
• To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
• To work extended hours, including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan.
• To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
• To participate in Incident Command System positions as assigned.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.
• To obtain and maintain certification and training for position to meet operational requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mike.Allan@gov.bc.ca

About this Position: 
This is a temporary opportunity (Auxiliary) until November 1, 2025 with possibility of recall on a yearly basis.
This position has full time on-site requirements. 
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future 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.

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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