BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

Team:
The Skeena Ecosystems Section is an established team of eight biologists and senior biologists, supported by auxiliary and contract technical staff, who provide scientific expertise to guide government decisions related to resource management, First Nations reconciliation, and conservation. Team members work closely with foresters, planners, permitting staff, forest licensees, First Nations, and other stakeholders to help achieve resilient ecosystems and habitat management outcomes that support sustainable populations of fish, wildlife, and species at risk.
What makes this team unique is its collaborative and professional culture, where members work together to achieve meaningful environmental outcomes through clear communication, trusted relationships, and respect for diverse perspectives.

The Role:
The Senior Conservation Planning Biologist leads the development of creative strategic solutions to complex conservation biology and resource development issues. The position bridges environmental, social, and economic disciplines of natural resource management to advance caribou recovery in partnership with First Nations and stakeholders. The position deals with complex natural resource issues requiring expertise, problem solving, and developing lasting relationships with First Nations and interested parties. Participation in Land Use Planning Tables, Major Project Working Groups, conservation planning, and referral reviews

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

• Registered (or eligible) as a Registered Professional Biologist (RP Bio) in B.C. with the College of Applied Biology within six months of employment. (Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the CAB. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the CAB. Confirmation of registration / eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.)
• Undergraduate Degree in a planning-related field (e.g., natural resource planning or conservation planning) plus a minimum of three (3) years’ related experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and five (5) years of related experience* may be considered.

*Related experience must include:

• Experience in natural resource planning or systematic conservation planning.
• Experience building collaborative relationships with First Nations.
• Experience in managing project teams and/or leading a major project or a component of a major project or regional initiative, including identifying deliverables, developing project requirements, contract negotiation, performance management.
• Experience with engagement and liaison practices, including building and maintaining relationships with internal and/or external interested parties, including around contentious issues and conflict situations.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Eligible for (within 6 months of employment) or possessing a Registered Professional Planner designation and/ or Project Management Professional Certificate.
• Experience leading engagement and consultation, including strategic planning for capacity considerations.
• Experience in conflict and dispute resolution principles and practices.
• Experience providing advice and recommendations to senior level management, and/or internal and/or external interested parties.
• Experience applying project management methodology and principles to projects.
• Experience managing for caribou conservation in the context of resource development and major project reviews. 
• Experience with caribou ecology, habitat management, and recovery.

Willingness Statements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent.
• Must be willing to fly in planes and helicopters.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the province as needed.

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

About this Position:
There are two (2) full time permanent positions available.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
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 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.