BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Air Quality Monitoring Unit with the Ministry of Environment and Parks is an established, highly skilled team that plays a crucial role in overseeing the province’s air quality monitoring network. With a focus on precision and excellence, the team is composed of 11 professionals who work independently and efficiently to gather and analyse air quality data used for impact assessments and air quality notifications. The team's expertise in air quality instrumentation and commitment to high data standards make them an invaluable part of the wider BC Air Quality program.

The Role:
As a Senior Air Quality Technologist, you are responsible for maintaining the air quality monitoring network in the Omineca-Peace region, minimizing downtime and quickly troubleshooting any instrumentation failures. Your work will directly support the health and safety of British Columbians, as the data you help maintain informs air quality notifications and environmental impact assessments. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys independent work, traveling the region, and contributing to meaningful environmental science that has real-world impact.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Degree in electronics, instrumentation, environmental sciences, or related field, and one year directly related experience in air quality monitoring; OR,
• technical diploma in electronics, instrumentation, environmental sciences, or related field, and three years directly related experience in air quality monitoring; OR,
• an equivalent combination of education, experience and training may also be considered.
• Must have a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence, or equivalent.

Related experience must include the following:

• operating, servicing, calibrating and troubleshooting environmental monitoring instruments, data loggers, and data acquisition systems.

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

• operating, servicing, calibrating and troubleshooting aerometric instruments, including particulate monitors and gas analysers;
• analysing and interpreting air quality and/or meteorological data; and/or,
• preparing comprehensive scientific reports.

Provisos:

• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Must be willing and able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends and holidays, when required.
• Must be willing and physically able to conduct field work.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Chris.Doughty@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Prince George.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Prince George.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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 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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