BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province’s annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization.  Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia’s public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.

A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique .

The Team:
The BCTS – Kootenay Business Area (TKO) team is an established group of dedicated professionals working across BC Timber Sales in the Southern Interior to deliver safe, sustainable forest stewardship and support a strong, competitive forest sector. As the Timber Sales Manager, you will work alongside three Managers, a diverse team of staff, and colleagues across BCTS, regional offices, and headquarters to provide leadership that delivers meaningful results for British Columbians. We value collaboration, respect, and inclusive perspectives, creating a supportive workplace where people with different backgrounds and experiences can contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact.

The Role:
As the Timber Sales Manager, you will provide leadership that helps shape the future of sustainable forest management in the Southern Interior while fostering a safe, respectful, and high-performing workplace where people can thrive. You will lead the delivery of forest stewardship, timber development, and business operations, ensuring legislative requirements are met and that public forest resources are managed responsibly to benefit communities across British Columbia. We welcome applicants with diverse experiences and perspectives who are passionate about collaborative leadership, continuous improvement, and making a positive impact through responsible stewardship of public forests.

Qualifications:

• Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• University degree or diploma in a field related to Forestry or Resource Management 
• Five years of program experience (e.g. BCTS or other FLNRORD) or ten years operational forestry experience (e.g. industry licensee or consultant).
• Experience developing, managing and delivering resource management programs.
• Significant management experience, preferably in a senior manager position including business and organizational planning.
• Experience dealing with politically sensitive and provincially significant issues and with developing policy, procedures and corporate practices.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading large groups of employees in multi- functional areas
• Experience in strategic business planning, procurement and financial management.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution and issues management experience.
• Experience leading and coaching diverse teams

Preference my be given to candidates with one (1) or more of the following:

• 3 years of experience supervising, leading and mentoring staff
• 3 years of experience in a management capacity including business and organizational planning.
• 3 years of experience in a management capacity dealing with politically sensitive and/or provincially significant issues.
• 2 years experience negotiating and resolving conflicts resulting from statutory and/or resource authorizations.
• 2 years of experience with management of financial resources or major projects.

Provisos

• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact george.edney@gov.bc.ca

About this position:
Flexible work options may be available; successful candidate can work up a number days a week remotely subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Kootenay Business Area, Nelson.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

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.

The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You.

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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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) or a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with FPBC. 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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
CRC - A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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.