BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Thompson Okanagan Region, Strategic Initiatives team is a collaborative group focused on complex resource management challenges. We value diverse perspectives, respectful relationships, and meaningful collaboration with First Nations, communities, partners, and other teams to support positive outcomes for forests and future generations.

The Role
As a Land and Resource Specialist, you will support the development and implementation of the Forest Landscape Plan by bringing together technical expertise, data, and diverse knowledge and perspectives. You will build relationships with First Nations and partners while contributing to healthy forests, resilient communities, sustainable economies, and reconciliation.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) plus three (3) years of related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of related education/training and experience as accepted by the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). 
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a professional forester with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC).
  • Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the registration process with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Two (2) years’ experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.  
• Experience working in a natural resource discipline.  
• Experience in coordinating and leading the development of forest landscape plans or other strategic management plans consistent with government policy and regulations.
• Experience in contract management as the qualified receiver, tracking deliverables, and ensuring program objectives are met.
• Experience in chairing meetings, participating and/or facilitating committees, planning tables, or technical tables with First Nations and stakeholders.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience managing project teams.
• Experience in effectively resolving conflicts around sensitive issues.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Karri.Lee@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
This position is also posted as a STO27R under REQ 125592. 
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.

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 with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC), OR a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), OR a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). 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. If you do not meet this requirement, apply to the Scientific Technical Officer 27R opportunity via Requisition 125592.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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.