BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
As the District Manager with the Okanagan Shuswap Resource District in (Office), you’ll join an established team of approximately 44 dedicated professionals who are passionate about forest stewardship and caring for the land base. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the organization, as well as First Nations, industry partners, community stakeholders, and other levels of government to advance initiatives such as long-range planning, wildfire risk reduction, and forest management. The team values collaboration, respect, and diverse perspectives, creating an inclusive environment where people can contribute their expertise, learn from one another, and make a meaningful impact on the future of B.C.’s forests.

The Role
As the District Manager, you will provide leadership for the district and play a key role in forest stewardship, helping ensure sustainable management of the land base for current and future generations. As a statutory decision-maker, you will make informed, balanced decisions that support responsible resource management.  You’ll work with a wide range of partners and rights holders, bringing people together to move forestry forward and address complex challenges. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds who are motivated by public service, collaborative leadership, and the chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on B.C.’s forests.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in a discipline related to natural resources and a minimum of four (4) years of experience in resource management or a combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a management capacity dealing with politically sensitive issues.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the management of multi-disciplinary professional and technical staff.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners and/or stakeholders.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities, including facilitating consultations and/or negotiations.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• 3years experience negotiating and resolving conflicts resulting from statutory and/or resource authorizations.
• 3 years of experience with management of financial resources or major projects.
• 3 years of experience developing processes, procedures and practices to support work team and/or business delivery.
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration as a Forest Professional with Forest Professionals BC.

Provisos:

• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jennifer.D.Reid@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.
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 excluded from union membership.

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.

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.