BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Integrated Data and Analysis Services Branch (IDAS) is a collaborative, service-focused team within GeoBC that supports natural resource management by transforming environmental data into accessible knowledge that informs decision-making across the province. As the Section Head - Human Disturbance, you will lead a new 20-person Northeast Human Disturbance project team and work closely with a diverse group of data experts and GIS professionals to advance a high-priority initiative that will improve provincial understanding of human disturbance in Northeastern BC. We value inclusion, respect, and diverse perspectives, and foster a supportive environment where individuals can contribute their unique experiences, collaborate with highly skilled colleagues, and make meaningful contributions to work that has a lasting impact.

The Role
As the Section Head - Human Disturbance, you will provide leadership for all aspects of the Northeast Human Disturbance Project, including people, budget, priorities, and deliverables, ensuring the successful delivery of this high-profile provincial initiative. Your work will help create a trusted core dataset and methodology that supports future operational decisions across the Natural Resource Sector and shapes how human disturbance analysis is carried out in other parts of British Columbia. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and collaborative leader who values diverse perspectives, thrives in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines, and is motivated by making a meaningful, lasting impact on provincial data resources and decision-making.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master's degree in a natural resource field and 3 years of *related experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource field and 5 years of *related experience, OR
• Diploma in a natural resource field and 6 years of *related experience, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and *related experience may be considered.

*Related Experience includes all the following:

• Experience leading complex interdisciplinary projects across teams and agencies.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and mentoring technical staff.
• Experience analyzing large, complex geospatial data and related information in support of natural resource management.

*Preferences may be given to applicants with 1 or more of the following:

• Experience leading the development and maintenance of province-wide disturbance related geospatial data layers.
• Experience negotiating and mediating business solutions with clients and partners.
• Experience leading change associated with new or updated business processes, procedures, and/or requirements.
• Experience consulting with public and private sector officials, professionals, contractors, and/or interest groups with conflicting interests and expectations.
• Experience with custom geospatial data modeling using GIS software such as ArcGIS Pro and/or QGIS.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Corey.Erwin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until May 31, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
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.

Join the BC Public Service, a Canada’s Top 100 Employers award winner that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth. Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

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.