BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Cariboo Chilcotin Natural Resource District (DCC) Range Program is a well established team with a strong reputation for stewardship, collaboration, and service excellence. The DCC Range team is composed of a blend of experienced and newer staff, creating a dynamic mix of perspectives, backgrounds, and approaches. Working within a geographically diverse district, the successful applicant will join four other team members who are committed to supporting land based objectives, food security, and the local economy. The team works closely with a high functioning network of district partners, including First Nations Relations, Tenures, Range Branch, and internal referral groups. This is a team known for its supportive culture, strong personalities, and a deep commitment to learning, mentorship, and knowledge sharing.

The Role:
The District Range Officer delivers the core accountabilities outlined in the position profile and contributes directly to land‑based stewardship, local economic well‑being, and food security across the district. Candidates will be excited by the opportunity to work in a beautiful and varied geography, engage in professionally challenging work, and grow their skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. This position offers continuous learning and exposure to a wide range of operational and strategic responsibilities, making it an excellent fit for someone seeking meaningful public service work and opportunities for professional development. This is a chance to join a great team, build expertise, and contribute to outcomes that matter to communities and clients across the Cariboo‑Chilcotin region.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Range Management or Natural Resource Science, or related field, which includes course content focussed on Range Management, Range Plant Ecology and Range Plant Physiology.

Related Experience Includes:

• Experience in developing and implementing creative solutions to complex problems.
• Experience in planning, preparing and delivering oral presentations and training to diverse groups inside and outside government, including experience conducting effective meetings.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Agrologist with the BC Institute of Agrologists. Note: "Immediately eligible for registration" means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the BCIA within six (6) months of employment. Applicants currently registered, or eligible for registration within six (6) months of employment with the BCIA as an Articling Agrologist (AAg), may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level.

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

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in range management and administration.
• Experience gathering data using data collection devices and/or mobile GIS applications (e.g., ArcGIS) to analyze spatial and attribute data in order to make recommendations.
• Experience working with the Forest and Range Practices Act and its Regulations, the Range Act and its Regulations, the Land Act, the Forest Act, and other legislation relating to integrated management of rangelands and livestock on Crown range.
• Experience working in a district range program.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
• Must have, or be willing and able to obtain, First Aid Certification.
• Extensive field work involves strenuous walking and field evaluations in difficult terrain and under all weather conditions.
• Proficiency in the use of field equipment including GPS, mobile data collection devices, and mobile GIS applications.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Conrad.Cofre@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available.
This position can be based out of Alexis Creek or Williams Lake.
The Alexis Creek location receives a $65.32 bi-weekly isolation allowance.
This position requires full-time, in-person work at one of the physical locations listed.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the above locations.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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 Registered Professional Agrologist (PAg) in BC with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA). 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. Applicants currently registered, or eligible for registration within six (6) months of employment with the BCIA as an Articling Agrologist (AAg), may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level.

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.