BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The BC Parks Thompson, Okanagan and Cariboo Sections within the South Coast Area, Conservation and Recreation Division are established, collaborative teams dedicated to protecting British Columbia’s parks and protected areas while providing safe and enjoyable outdoor recreation opportunities for residents and visitors. Senior Park Rangers play an important front-line leadership role, working alongside Park Rangers, Area Supervisors, Conservation Specialists, Recreation Services staff, First Nations, contractors, local governments, and community partners to support conservation, public safety, compliance, facility management, and visitor services.

The team values equity, diversity, and inclusion and recognizes that diverse experiences and perspectives strengthen decision-making and stewardship outcomes. Team members are united by a shared commitment to protecting natural and cultural values, fostering meaningful partnerships, and creating welcoming, accessible outdoor spaces where people can connect with and enjoy British Columbia’s parks for generations to come.

The Role
As a Senior Park Ranger, you will provide front-line leadership in the delivery of BC Parks programs, balancing field operations, public service, and team leadership. You will supervise and mentor Park Rangers, lead conservation and recreation projects, support public safety and emergency response, oversee compliance and enforcement activities, manage facilities and contractors, and work collaboratively with First Nations, stakeholders, partners, and park visitors to help protect and enhance British Columbia’s parks and protected areas.

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who enjoys meaningful, hands-on work and wants to make a visible difference in communities and natural spaces across the province. Working in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives, respectful relationships, and collaboration, you will help create safe, welcoming, and accessible park experiences while protecting the natural and cultural values that make BC’s parks special for current and future generations. The role offers a unique mix of leadership, problem-solving, outdoor work, and continuous learning, allowing you to see the direct impact of your efforts every day.

Learn more about the team and role: BC Parks – Park Ranger

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Natural Resource Management (e.g. recreation planning and/or management, biology, geology, natural resource management, forestry, fisheries, etc., geography, environmental studies, etc.) and six (six) months’ experience or Outdoor Recreation Management related degree and six (6) months directly related experience.
• Completed related degree or 2-year diploma in Outdoor Recreation Management or a Natural Resource Management related field (related field may include: Biology, Geology, Geography, Recreational Planning, Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Fisheries, Anthropology); and 12 months related experience, OR,
• Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) and 2 years related experience (related experience can include: park system (operations), conservation, outdoor recreation, forestry, any earth sciences, recreation planning, public safety /enforcement).
   

Related experience must include:

• Experience in natural resource management (such as ecosystem management, fish and/or wildlife management, forestry management, invasive species management, natural resource inventory and research, environmental impact assessment), cultural resource management (such as archaeological or cultural site management, archaeology), First Nation agreement management, and/or parks and protected area management encompassing a broad range of activities and initiatives related to the delivery of recreation and conservation programs and services including recreation facility management, natural resource management, inventory or research, park operations management, and/or compliance and enforcement; and/or,
• Experience in outdoor recreation management (such as outdoor recreation planning, outdoor recreation facility development, operation and/or maintenance of outdoor recreations facilities, outdoor recreation service delivery); and/or,
• Experience in compliance and enforcement related to natural resource or recreation management.

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

• Experience in compliance and enforcement.
• Experience in procurement, contract/contractor and budget management.
• Experience in human resource management including supervision and recruitment.
   

Please refer to the attached job profile for additional information, such as working conditions and special requirements (required courses and certifications).

For questions regarding this position, please contact alan.hobler@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This posting is to establish an eligibility list for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies in the locations listed above.
There are currently 4 positions available; 1 full time permanent position in Williams Lake and 1 full time permanent position in Penticton. We have 2 temporary opportunities in Kamloops until March 31, 2027 and September 10, 2027. These positions may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening 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.