BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Forest Analysis and Inventory Branch’s Stand Development Modelling Team brings together technical specialists and scientists who work collaboratively to support responsible forest and natural resource management in B.C. The team values diverse perspectives, respectful partnerships, and inclusive ways of working with colleagues, Indigenous Nations, communities, industry, environmental organizations, and research partners.

The Role
As Team Lead, you will guide a team of specialists and scientists in developing and applying stand growth models, research, and decision-support tools that inform forest management and government priorities. You will create an inclusive environment where people can contribute their expertise, while building strong relationships, sharing knowledge, and ensuring diverse perspectives help shape research, policies, standards, and decisions.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s of Science in Forestry or related Natural Resource Discipline with an emphasis on stand growth modelling and five (5) years of related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a professional forester with Forest Professionals British Columbia. 
  • Note: “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.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Five (5) years of experience in stand growth modelling.
• Experience planning and supervising a research program.
• Experience in scientific research, publishing, and presentations.
• Experience leading professional staff or work teams in resource management, hiring, managing performance, team building, and developing and managing annual budgets.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Christopher.Butson@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Forests offices: Kamloops, Prince George, Victoria or Nanaimo
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.

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.