BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Flood Safety team has a shared passion for keeping the public safe, protecting the environment and supporting communities. We work in offices across the Province to build relationships with local governments, First Nations and qualified professionals. The team brings diverse skills and experiences together with a collaborative approach and a positive work environment. The team managing the Okanagan Lake Regulation System enjoy practical applications of engineering principles to manage dams, dikes and other infrastructure with both office-based and field work.

The Role
The Flood Safety Engineer provides and applies professional expertise regarding flood hazard management, including dike safety and river engineering.
This position focuses on operation of Ministry-owned dam infrastructure (e.g. Okanagan Lake Regulation System and Nicola Lake Dam), flood hazard and dam project management, technical review and authorizations under the Dike Maintenance Act, and response to flood emergencies. The role includes site inspection, operations and maintenance activities, and engagement with stakeholders and partners in the work.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
•    A Master’s degree in engineering with emphasis in hydrotechnical engineering (specializing in hydrology, hydraulics or fluvial geomorphology), and three (3) years directly related experience; OR,
•    A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Water Resources Engineering with emphasis in hydrotechnical engineering, soil and geotechnical engineering, hydrology or fluvial geomorphology, and five (5) years directly related experience; OR,
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
•    Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC).
*Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as currently registered as a Professional Engineer in another Canadian jurisdiction, and able to obtain registration in BC within 6 months of employment.
Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the EGBC.
•    Demonstrated, progressive and varied experience in hydrology, hydraulics, fluvial geomorphology, soil and geotechnical engineering and/or river engineering.
•    Experience in flood hazard management.
•    Experience working cooperatively with other levels of Government or agencies, and the public.

Preference may be given to applicants with:
•    Advanced experience of hydraulic (river) modelling and hydrotechnical engineering, hydrologic process and analysis, multi-disciplinary resource inventory projects and associated computer systems.
•    Experience supporting local governments, First Nations and general public during emergency conditions.
•    Experience in operation of large-scale multi-purpose reservoir storage systems.

Provisos & Willingness Statements:
•    Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.
•    Must be willing to travel and conduct field work in occasionally physical challenging circumstances and adverse weather conditions.
•    Must be willing and able to be available 24/7 to respond to emergencies and perform a variety of duties within the scope of the position’s regular responsibilities and to represent the Ministry at public meetings and events.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Andrew.Giles@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position is located in Penticton.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work two (2) or more 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.

The BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including one of the best pension plans available, and a healthy work-life balance within a diverse and inclusive work environment. Professional Employees Association members enjoy a 35-hour work week, four weeks of annual paid leave, and a 7% allowance in lieu of Overtime, Shiftwork and Standby (OSS), which can be taken as either additional salary or time off. Other benefits include coverage of professional fees, comprehensive dental and medical plans, and a wide range of career development and learning opportunities.

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 Professional Engineer 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.

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.