BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is the Province of BC’s primary emergency response organization that operates year-round to deliver its mandate for wildfire management. BCWS also delivers expertise and services in response to other natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS is underpinned by the Four Pillars of Emergency Management – Prevention & Mitigation, Preparedness, Response and Recovery. BCWS partners with ministries, agencies, local, provincial, national, and international governments, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations to advance effective management of wildfire and other natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS operates provincially, delivering services through six Fire Centres, thirty-three Zones and two provincial centres in Kamloops and Victoria.

The Role
The Manager of Health and Safety will lead, advise and coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of Health and Safety initiatives, programs and policies for the Ministry of Forests and BC Wildfire Service. The Manager will conduct formal investigations of workplace accidents/incidents in compliance with legislation and provide advisory and consultative services to ministry staff. A key function of this position is the provision of training and educating on OHS regulations and required practices and procedures. This position oversees the development, implementation and coordination of employee wellness and recognition program and fosters and enables both ministry and division initiatives and corporate projects. The purpose of this position is to facilitate the development of tools to prevent incidents, serious accidents and injuries and fatalities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Related university degree, PLUS two years related experience in occupational health and safety, wildfire operational safety, mental health and well-being or public policy. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• One year of experience in an Occupational Health and Safety capacity including delivering related training such as: ergonomics, violence prevention and/or emergency preparedness.
• Experience in program development, implementation and maintenance; conducting training for adults; and a flexible approach in working with different levels of staff within an organization.

Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:

• Experience working in the wildfire sector.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Briana.Hill@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position is currently under review for exclusion.
There is currently 1 full time position available. It can be performed from any BC Wildfire office in BC. An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and temporary opportunities. A CRC (Criminal Record Check) will be required. Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to a few days at home per week subject to an approved telework
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.