BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Provincial Aquaculture Team is a growing team on the leading edge of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We work closely with federal government partners, industry, and First Nations to support a thriving, sustainable and responsible aquaculture sector in British Columbia. Together, we are a supportive, strong, and high-performing team with a positive culture where each member contributes and values each others unique perspective and strengths.

The Role
As an Authorizations Specialist / Licensed Authorizations Officer, you will provide technical advisory services, perform application reviews and recommendations, and may focus on a specialized area such as finfish, shellfish, or expired tenures. Aquaculture is complex and reviews will consider multiple land use priorities, overlapping jurisdictions, and diverse legislative, regulatory, and policy considerations.  As a delegated decision-maker under the Land Act, you may also make decisions regarding the allocation of Crown land.  This position is a rewarding opportunity to take on meaningful work, support reconciliation and provincial permitting goals, and help shape the future of aquaculture authorizations in British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or higher and one (1) year of related experience; OR 
• Bachelor’s Degree and two (2) years of related experience; OR 
• Diploma and three (3) years of related experience; OR 
• Certificate or coursework and four (4) years of related experience; OR 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
• Valid BC driver’s licence.
   

Related Experience may include:

• Related experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience in consulting, negotiating and resolving conflicts with partners and stakeholders in natural resource management.
• Experience performing technical duties and working with key statutes that support natural resource management.
   

Preference may be given to those with:

• Experience working with the Land Act or Fish and Seafood Act and associated regulations.
   

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Must be physically able to carry equipment and supplies in difficult terrain.
• May be required to operate field equipment (i.e., quad, snowmobile).
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Amber.1.MacDonald@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; each position may be able to work two (2) or more days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
This position can be based in one of the following locations in the Coast Area, due to the required site visits and inspections on the coast: Campbell River, Courtenay, Daajing Giids, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Port McNeill, Powell River, Squamish, Surrey, Victoria.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
This position is also posted as a Licensed Science Officer (Other) 2A under Requisition 125773.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and 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 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 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 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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

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.