BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Crown Land Opportunities program is part of the Crown Land Opportunities and Restoration Branch within the Reconciliation, Lands, Policy and Data Division. The Crown Land Opportunities program leads complex land disposition projects that are related to government’s high priorities. Crown Land Opportunities is a dynamic team that must adjust to changing priorities over time while delivering provincially significant projects.

The Role
Reporting to an excluded manager, the Senior Crown Land Specialist works with diverse project teams of multidisciplinary specialists across multiple agencies and is responsible for the management, coordination, and delivery of strategic projects from initiation through to conclusion. They provide specialist services to the Natural Resource Sector in evaluating resource proposals, conducting applied research, and leading or participating in complex projects. Sound knowledge of contaminated site principles is preferred including a broad understanding of site characterization, assessment and remediation principles that follow BC provincial environmental legislation.  

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

●    Master’s degree in a natural resource management field and 3 years of related experience; OR
●    Bachelor’s degree in a natural resource management field and 4 years of related experience; OR
●    Diploma in a natural resource management field and 5 years related experience; OR
●    Certificate or coursework in a natural resource management field and 6 years related experience; OR
●    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience includes:
●    Experience leading and managing complex projects.
●    Experience resolving conflict in a manner that satisfies stakeholders with varying and opposing interests.
●    Experience in finding solutions to Crown Land disposition challenges under the Land Act or Ministry of Lands, Parks and Housing Act.

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., Association of Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists).

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
●    Training or course work in project management.
●    Experience conducting land valuation analysis, training or experience with appraisal reports and determination of fair market value.
●    Experience managing Land Act licensing and leasing documents and agreements, authorizations, and Crown grants.
●    Experience in First Nation engagement and consultation.

Willingness Statements:
●    Valid BC driver’s licence.
●    Must meet safety standards of WorkSafe BC. 
●    Willingness to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Andrea.Evans@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Ministry of Water, Land, Resource Stewardship office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a 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.
This position is also posted as a STO under REQ 126635.

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.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC); OR, a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA); OR, a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). 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. If you do not meet this professional membership requirement, apply to the Scientific Technical Officer (Resource) 27 opportunity via Requisition 126635.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.