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.

The Team:
The Okanagan Columbia Business Area is a collaborative team of planning, development, engineering, harvesting, and silviculture professionals who work together to deliver sustainable forest management and timber development programs. The team values diverse perspectives, initiative, teamwork, and practical problem solving, creating an environment where everyone is trusted to contribute, learn, and grow. Working closely with Woodlands Supervisors, Practices Foresters, Operations Technologists, Forest Technologists, and staff responsible for timber sale development, the team plays an important role in stakeholder engagement, achieving the BCTS mandate, and delivering apportioned timber volume.

The Role:
As a Woodlands Supervisor, you will lead and support a team delivering forest development, silviculture, forest health, and contract management activities, while ensuring forestry operations are sustainable, compliant, and aligned with environmental, business, and stewardship objectives. You’ll have the opportunity to bring people together, value diverse perspectives, and build strong relationships with colleagues, Indigenous partners, stakeholders, and communities. This role offers meaningful work that supports healthy forests, strong communities, and responsible resource development for the benefit of current and future generations.

Job Requirements:
Qualifications:

• A Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or be eligible for registration as an RFT with the Forest Professionals of British Columbia (FPBC) and three years of experience in operational forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

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

• A Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or be eligible for registration as an RFT with the Forest Professionals of BC (FPBC) and four years of experience in operational forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement
• Six (6) or more months of experience supervising, leading, and mentoring staff.

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 to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft.

For questions regarding this position, please contact michelle.boettcher@gov.bc.ca

About this position:
Flexible work options may be available; successful candidate can work up to 2 days a week remotely subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Okanagan Columbia Business Area, Revelstoke.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This has also been posted as an LSO3 under Req 124721

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. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. 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 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.