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
The Project Administration Lead oversees the administration of resort-related tenures and Crown land transactions, ensuring efficient service delivery, stakeholder collaboration, and regulatory compliance for mountain resorts and community ski areas across British Columbia. This unique role offers the opportunity to lead complex and meaningful projects that support recreation, tourism, and long-term economic prosperity throughout the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus completion of formal post-secondary education or training in a field directly related to the role and its accountabilities (e.g., legal assistant, accounting, law, business administration, natural resource management, etc.).
• Experience working in a business development capacity, or other comparable field of endeavour such as resort planning, marketing, community planning; and/or experience in natural resource or land-base development. 
• Experience in financial, budgetary and/or revenue administration (e.g., calculation of purchase costs, rentals, securities, taxation, etc.). 
• Experience preparing or reviewing a variety of legal and regulatory documentation related to land use or property purchases, contracts, conveyancing, revenue administration, or similar formal documents.
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies, regulations, and/or administrative procedures.
• Experience building strategic partnerships and productive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders (e.g., legal counsel, tourism industry representatives, developers, local businesses, First Nations).
• Experience leading multi-stakeholder projects and providing direction and leadership to inter-disciplinary project teams, committees or working groups.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience managing property acquisition processes and applying legal requirements related to conveyancing, Crown land development, and/or land use.
• Experience administering contracts, agreements, or legal instruments related to land, development, infrastructure, tourism, or resource management initiatives.
• Experience working with forest and land tenure processes, including the preparation, review, and management of associated documentation.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tori.Meeks@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or 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 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.