BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 3A base position

Job Overview
To lead, guide and coordinate the research, analysis, development and implementation of strategic policies and legislation, standards and codes in a subject/program area for a significant Ministry program that is critical to the achievement of priority goals and objectives. Project can be taken from original concepts through to final completion. Provide expertise while participating on national and provincial multi-agency policy development initiatives, and overseeing program delivery of technical and professional projects. Provide expert advice and make recommendations on the application of legislation and policy to management and government officials. To support investigative teams through internal investigations and complex investigations of significant offences and ensure compliance with legislation, policies, and other standards, and provide senior professional compliance and enforcement compliance and services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• University Degree in a related discipline (e.g., Public Administration, Natural Resource Management, Business Administration, or equivalent) with a minimum of five (5) years of experience.
• Degree in a related professional field or equivalent as recognized by the relevant association.
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience managing technical and/or professional staff in resource management or infrastructure development.
• Experience in evidence/science-based policy development in resource management or infrastructure development.
• Experience in leading, mentoring and supervising staff.
• Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Perry.Temoin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Please note this position is currently situated within the Ministry of Forests; however, effective July 1, 2026, Compliance and Enforcement functions across the natural resource sector will transition to the newly established BC Compliance and Enforcement Agency (BC-CEA) within the Ministry of Environment and Parks.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be based out of one of the above locations.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
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.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
Enhanced Security Screening 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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit, or Métis) applicants originating from the land 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 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.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

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.