BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Indigenous Relations Liaison is part of the BCTS Kootenay Indigenous Relations Team, a collaborative and high-performing group dedicated to building and maintaining strong relationships with Indigenous Nations throughout the Kootenay Business Area. Working alongside operational, planning, and leadership staff, the team plays a key role in advancing reconciliation by supporting meaningful engagement, consultation, and partnership opportunities.

The Role
The Indigenous Relations Liaison serves as a trusted relationship-builder and advisor, supporting BCTS in meeting its consultation and engagement responsibilities with Indigenous Nations. In this role, you will lead consultation processes associated with forestry planning and development activities, helping to ensure legal obligations are met while fostering respectful, collaborative relationships. Success in this position requires strong communication skills, cultural agility, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex and often sensitive issues. You will work Indigenous Nations and BCTS staff to identify interests, address concerns, and seek opportunities for collaboration that support reconciliation and sustainable forest management objectives.This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about Indigenous relations, enjoys building partnerships, and wants to contribute to meaningful outcomes for both Indigenous Nations and the people and forests of British Columbia.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered, or eligible for registration, as professional (i.e. Registered Professional Forester) with the British Columbia association as required by the specialty area, and 2 years of experience related to natural resource or Indigenous Peoples relationship management. Registered Forest Technologist do not qualify as professionals under this classification series.
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

Preference may be given to candidates with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience with contract management.
• Experience or education in forestry or natural resource management.
• Experience or education related to Indigenous Peoples relationship management.
• Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, resource management, social or economic development issues.

Provisos /Willingness statement

• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing to work extended hours with limited notice, including evenings and weekends.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and/or rotary winged aircraft and/or watercraft.

For questions regarding this position, please contact peter.jansen@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position is also posted as an STO24 under Requisition 126496
This position can be based in any of the above noted locations
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work an agreed upon number of days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement and successfully completed probation period. 
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the BC Timber Sales Kootenay Business Area (Nelson, Castlegar, Cranbrook, Grand Forks, Nakusp)
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 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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Forester with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with FPBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

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.