BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Cariboo First Nations Relations Advisors team is a well-established, collaborative group that works within a Cariboo Hub model, consisting of 4 to 6 Advisors who support one another through teamwork and cooperation. In this role, you will work closely with colleagues, Tenures and Range staff, and directly with First Nations communities to advance meaningful consultation and reconciliation efforts on behalf of the Crown. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to impactful work that helps build and strengthen relationships with First Nations across the region.

The Role
To review proposals for the use of natural resources on Crown Land and determine the impact on First Nations’ identified or potential traditional use areas. The First Nations Consultant plans and leads the facilitation of the First Nations consultation process and ensures legal obligations have been met.  This position is a recommending authority on whether proposed work should proceed. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
•    Degree related to the natural resource sector (e.g., forestry, resource management, agrology, environmental science) OR
•    A combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
•    Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, resource management, social or economic development issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with:
•    Experience working with First Nations communities and facilitating First Nations consultations.

For questions regarding this position, please contact John.Kalmokoff@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Forests offices: 100 Mile House, Quesnel, Williams Lake.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to 2 days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Forests
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.