BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 24 base position.

Job Overview:
Reporting to a Senior Authorizations Specialist, Section Head or excluded manager for the West Coast Land Authorizations team and working in a variety of settings, the Authorizations Specialist provides technical advice and may make decisions regarding the allocation of resources and adjudication of Crown Land authorizations under the Land Act.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource management field and 2 years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in a natural resource management field and 3 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in a natural resource management field and 4 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience may include:

• Experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience performing technical duties and working with key statutes that support natural resource management.
• Experience in consulting, negotiating, and resolving conflicts in natural resource management.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience performing technical duties and working with the Land Act.
• Experience in Indigenous consultation processes and practices.

Willingness statements or provisos:

• Valid BC driver’s licence.
• Willingness to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air, or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Must be physically able to carry equipment and supplies in difficult terrain.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Adam.Harding@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
This is a temporary opportunity until December 31, 2026. This position may be extended or become permanent.
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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. 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 resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.