BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Environmental Protection Division of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy works to protect British Columbia’s air, land, and water through effective regulation, monitoring, and environmental stewardship. The team collaborates with industry, government, Indigenous Nations, and the public to manage waste, reduce pollution, and respond to environmental risks.
 

The Role
The Environmental Protection Officer supports the implementation of the Environmental Management Act by providing technical advice and overseeing waste management and discharge authorizations. This role contributes to environmental protection projects, monitoring programs, and compliance activities to ensure the safe and sustainable management of pollutants across the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences; or,
• A Diploma in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences.
   

Related experience must include experience each of the following (preference may be given to those with a minimum of one (1) or more years of experience in any or all of the following):

• Experience related to environmental protection and industrial and/or municipal waste management, such as:

               o    Experience with reduction, recycling, treatment, pollution control and disposal technologies.
               o    Experience conducting environmental monitoring, assessments and reporting related to waste discharges.
               o    Experience with environmental planning processes such as Waste Management Planning.
               o    Experience with hazardous material spill response, hazardous waste and contaminated sites.

• Experience using computer software, including word processing (MS Word), spreadsheet (MS Excel) and database management.
• Experience working with multiple projects or assignments.
• Experience in negotiation with staff and clients from a diverse background.

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

• Experience working for a regulatory agency responsible for the administration of waste discharges to the environment.
• Experience in liaison with environmental regulatory agencies.
• Experience with the interpretation and application of the Environmental Management Act in British Columbia.
   

Provisos

• Willing and able to travel and meet the transportation requirements of the position (i.e. possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent).
• Must be physically able to perform 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 willing and able to work occasional evening and weekends to represent the program at public meetings and events.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kelly.Mills@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment June 19, 2026: posting closing date extended to July 2, 2026.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. However, applicants must be able to travel to their designated work location for fieldwork purposes.
An eligibility list may be established to fill 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 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: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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.