BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team

The Haida Gwaii Forest District (DHG) is an established, close‑knit team of 13 full‑time administrative and professional staff who work collaboratively to support sustainable natural resource management on Haida Gwaii. The team partners closely with Natural Resource Management (NRM) colleagues at the district level and works in an integrated, respectful relationship with the Heritage and Natural Resource Department (HNRD) of the Council of the Haida Nation (CHN). Staff in this district regularly collaborate with forest professionals, administrative staff, management, CHN staff and leadership, other technical specialists, and contractors. The work of DHG has meaningful impact—advancing public safety, supporting reconciliation with the Haida Nation, strengthening forest sector stability, contributing to the local economy, and stewarding the unique environment of Haida Gwaii. The team is known for being collaborative, professional, social, and long‑serving, with strong local relationships and a deeply integrated working culture with CHN partners.

The Role

This position provides professional engineering leadership within the district, overseeing contract management, supporting district health and safety, supervising staff as required, and managing road maintenance and capital works projects. The role includes budget oversight and direct engagement with forest sector clients, construction contractors, local governments, and the public. The work has a tangible impact on citizens by maintaining access to high‑value recreation sites and forest service roads, supporting safe travel, and ensuring clear communication with community partners. Candidates will be excited by the opportunity to live and work in one of B.C.’s most spectacular natural environments while contributing to a first‑of‑its‑kind reconciliation model with the Haida Nation. The role offers excellent work‑life balance, diverse and meaningful infrastructure projects—including collaborations with local governments and First Nations—and flexibility to support other program areas as part of interagency teams. Subsidized housing is available, making this a uniquely rewarding and accessible opportunity.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in forestry engineering or related natural resource field (i.e. forestry)  and two (2) years of related experience, OR
• Diploma in forestry engineering or related natural resource field (i.e. forestry) and minimum of four (4) years of related experience, OR 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence or equivalent.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience in contract and/or project supervision.
• Experience in road, bridge and major structures design or construction or maintenance; gained within the last five (5) years
• Program management experience which may include setting program goals and objectives.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements:

• Registered or immediately eligible for registration with the Forest Professionals BC (FPBC) as a Registered Forest Technician (RFT). 
  • 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.

Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the following:

• Budget management experience.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Cutblock and road layout experience.

Provisos and Willingness Statements: 

• Willing and able to conduct field work which may include travel and outdoor work in all weather conditions and flying in remote locations.
• Willing and able to operate a variety of equipment as required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Daryl.Sherban@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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 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 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 Forest Technologist (RFT) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). 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.

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.