BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

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

Job Overview

The Ministry of Forests has a mandate to manage specified Crown land and resources in a manner that embraces the economic, environmental and social goals of government. These results are all essential to improving the global competitiveness of BC industry and our ability to attract private investment and to stimulate economic growth and job creation across the province.
This Land and Resource Coordinator role supports, facilitates and coordinates engagement discussions on wildfire risk reduction and related activities with a wide variety of stakeholders and partners within the Campbell River Natural Resource District. The successful candidate works in diverse teams, gathers and manages complex natural resource data, completes analysis and develops options, provides advice to statutory decision makers, resolves complex stewardship issues and supports land/resource management decisions.
You possess the ability to draw conclusions on complex technical issues, using advanced analytical reasoning and judgement skills. You have strong written and oral communication skills, exercising professionalism, tact and diplomacy to industry clients, external agencies and management. In addition, you possess the ability to effectively liaise with other industry clients, government agencies, First Nations, the public and diverse public interest groups.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Forest Technologist with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
•    A Technical Diploma in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of education/training.
•    One (1) or more years of experience working in a natural resource discipline.
•    Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project.
•    Demonstrated experience in managing, building and maintaining co-operative and productive partnerships and effectively negotiating and consulting with multiple/concurrent external stakeholders and partners.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following: 
•    Directly related operational experience, which may include wildfire risk reduction, ecosystem restoration, and/or silviculture.
•    Experience in harvesting field practices, multi-phase development, including site plan creation and/or integrated resource management.

Proviso
•    Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Apsana.Kafle@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment date June 17, 2026: Posting closing date extended to June 27, 2026.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Campbell River.
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 Campbell River.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
This position is also posted as a Licensed Science Officer (Forester) 2 via Requsition 123944

Campbell River is an amazing coastal community on Eastern Vancouver Island in beautiful British Columbia. The relaxed west coast lifestyle is the envy of big city dwellers. Here, the outdoor enthusiast's paradise awaits - the landscape provides a variety of activities from hiking spectacular mountain trails, camping, deep sea fishing, cycling, running, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing, to year-round golf, beachcombing and enjoying in the local culture and amenities. To learn more about this coastal jewel, visit: https://www.campbellriver.travel/

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.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Forest Technologist (RFT) with FPBC. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Applicants who do not meet the RFT requirement may be considered at a lower classification, subject to having their Trainee Forest Technologist or Allied Science Trainee Forest Technologist designation and are actively working toward RFT status. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

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 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.