BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Join BC Timber Sales (BCTS) in the Peace-Liard Business Area, where we’re passionate about shaping the future of sustainable forestry! Our team of dedicated professionals bring a blend of experience and fresh perspectives to forest sector safety, Indigenous reconciliation, and sustainable forest management. We work together to auction a significant portion of the province’s annual timber volume, providing essential market data that positively impacts communities, public forests, and the economy. You’ll enjoy collaborating with the Peace-Liard Management Team and local and provincial teams, fostering strong connections with First Nations and industry partners in a supportive, community-focused environment. To find out more about our program check out our video.

The Role
As a Practices Forester, you'll play a crucial role in operational planning, cut block and forest road layout, silviculture activities, and ensuring compliance with the Forest Stewardship Plan. Your work will support BCTS’s commitment to sound forest management and sustainable environmental stewardship, positively impacting BC's economy and communities. Join our cohesive and friendly team, enjoy a balanced 35-hour work week, and contribute to initiatives that support highways, schools, and healthcare services. Embrace this opportunity to make a difference in BC’s forests and in your professional growth.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in the natural resource field or equivalent as recognized by Forest Professionals BC (FPBC) and two (2) years of experience in operational field forestry activities.

Operational field forestry activities include the following:

• Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
• Cut-block development
• Forest road engineering
• Silviculture
• Timber tenure development and administration
• Planning integrated resource management

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in more than one operational field forestry activity.
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples.
• Experience in contract management.

For a complete list of qualifications and requirements please look at the job profile attached to this posting. For questions regarding these positions, please contact Stephanie.Smith@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based out of either of the locations listed above (Dawson Creek or Fort St John).
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 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.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. 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 - You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (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.
Applicants currently registered, or eligible for registration within six (6) months of employment, with FPBC as an Allied Science Forester in Training (ASFIT) or Forester in Training (FIT), may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level.

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.

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. 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.