BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Mountain Resorts Branch is a small, highly specialized team that leads major project reviews and tenure administration for British Columbia's resort sector, working closely with First Nations, local governments, industry proponents, and partners across government. Operating at the intersection of tourism, recreation, economic development, environmental stewardship, and reconciliation, the team delivers work that helps shape the future of resort development and Crown land management in the province. In a collaborative and supportive environment, team members are trusted with meaningful responsibilities and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects with lasting impacts on communities and recreation opportunities throughout British Columbia.

The Role:
As a Senior Project Specialist, you will provide leadership for complex mountain resort and natural resource projects, overseeing project delivery, consultation and engagement processes, strategic recommendations, and multi-agency coordination. This unique opportunity offers significant autonomy and exposure to senior decision-makers while advancing projects that support reconciliation, environmental stewardship, and sustainable economic growth.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors’ Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Sciences) AND five (5) or more years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
• Valid BC Driver’s Licence.
• Conduct work in many areas of the Province that may include travel by boat, vehicle, air or foot including outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Experience must include all of the following:

• Experience in project management, including managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
• Experience in Crown land authorizations and/or natural resource management including familiarity with the Crown Land Registry (Tantalis), Crown land allocations, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Experience managing relationships with partners/stakeholders at the senior level.
• Experience and knowledge in implementing provincial and regional First Nations consultation procedures.
• Experience and knowledge of conflict and dispute resolution principles and practices in natural resource management.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e., Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers & Geoscientists). 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.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Gordon.Humphrey@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Kamloops.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Kamloops.
This position is also posted as a Scientific Technical Officer (Resource) 27R. If you do not have the listed professional designation, apply to this opportunity via Requisition 126410.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e., Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers & Geoscientists). 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 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.