BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
FrontCounter BC is a client-centric organization that provides a single-window service for natural resource ministry clients. FrontCounter BC helps individuals and businesses learn about and apply for different licences, permits, and other authorizations required to utilize British Columbia’s Natural Resources. 
The FrontCounter BC team within the Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship – Permitting Transformation Division is a dynamic and supportive group dedicated to helping clients navigate the permitting process required to utilize British Columbia’s Natural Resources. As a Natural Resource Specialist, you’ll be part of an established team that operates as a one-stop shop for applications across multiple provincial agencies, including Land, Water, and other resource related activities. With offices ranging from nine to twenty staff members, the team thrives on camaraderie and mutual support, working closely with colleagues from other ministries to streamline applications and provide exceptional service to clients.

The Role
The Natural Resource Specialist provides front line service, based on general knowledge of various Natural Resource Agency and other agency’s legislation, regulations, policies and procedures, to clients of the provincial government’s natural resource agencies.  Evaluates submitted applications and prepares the application report package for further review and decision.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Bachelors Degree in a natural resource management related field and a minimum of one (1) year related experience in a resource management related field etc., OR
• A Technical Diploma in a natural resource management related field and three (3) years of related experience, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid British Columbia Class 5 Drivers Licence or equivalent.

Related Experience must include all of the following:

• Experience working in a resource management related field.
• Experience interpreting and applying natural resource related policy and/or legislation.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Stacey.Allan@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
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 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.