Job Description

Posting Title
LSO FORS 3 - Land and Resource Specialist

Position Classification
Licensed Sc Off Forester 3

Union
PEA

Location
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$68,008.54 - $85,592.73 annually

Close Date
1/23/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date
12/29/2023

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
West Coast Regional Operations/Campbell River

Job Summary
Land and Resource Specialist
Licensed Science Officer (Forester) 3
This position is also posted as a STO-RE 27R Requisition 95365 An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and / or temporary opportunities. We currently have one (1) temporary opportunity until December 2023 that may become permanent or extended. Join a dynamic team of natural resources management professionals in Campbell River The Ministry of Forests is responsible for stewardship of the province\xe2\x80\x99s Crown land and natural resources. Overseeing a land base of 94.8 million hectares, the ministry makes, supports and advises on stewardship decisions for BC\xe2\x80\x99s land and resources, and delivers services to provide environmental, economic, cultural and social benefits for all British Columbians. The focus of this Land and Resource Specialist role is on natural resource management, including forestry management issues related to old growth forests within the Campbell River Natural Resource District. This involves working with Indigenous communities, industry and other stakeholders on a path forward to a new old growth strategy. This position bridges environmental, social and economic disciplines of natural resource management to advance policy, ministry priorities and strategies, and operational delivery of stewardship outcomes. The Land and Resource Specialist will work with a diverse project team of multidisciplinary specialists across multiple agencies and is responsible for the management, coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives from initiation through to conclusion. This position deals with complex natural resource issues involving multiple stakeholders and First Nations. Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in a natural resource management related field or an equivalent combination of education/training, AND, 3 or more years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in a natural resource discipline.
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed Professional Forester with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals.
• Demonstrated recent (within last 5 years) and relevant experience working in natural resource management in a direct, matrix or project management environment.
• Demonstrated recent (within last 3 years) experience in a multiple stakeholders and partners environment understanding perspectives, conflicts and facilitating/developing solutions.
• Recent (within last 3 years) experience related to First Nations consultation, collaboration and relationship building with Indigenous communities in British Columbia.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver\xe2\x80\x99s Licence, or equivalent.

Preferences:

• Demonstrated recent (within last 5 years) experience and/or knowledge with regional land use planning processes in the context of natural resource management in BC.
• Experience with geospatial analysis and data preferred.
• Demonstrated recent (within last 5 years) and relevant experience managing technical and/or professional staff in natural resource management in a direct, matrix or project management environment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact shannon.cameron@gov.bc.ca.

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], M\xc3\xa9tis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

Located in a scenic oceanfront setting on the east side of Vancouver Island, Campbell River offers a relaxed west coast lifestyle that is the envy of big city dwellers. Here, the outdoor enthusiast\'s paradise awaits - the landscape provides a variety of activities from hiking spectacular mountain trails, camping, deep sea fishing, cycling, running, mountain biking, and wildlife viewing, to year-round golf, beachcombing and enjoying in the local culture and amenities. To learn more about this coastal jewel, visit: https://www.campbellriver.travel/. The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks\xe2\x80\x99 annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You. How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above. Professional Designation- Yes-Please include your registration number as a fully licenced professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e. Association of Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC, Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia) within your application If you are not yet registered please explain how you are immediately eligible (i.e. currently a fully licensed member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction and can immediately transfer to BC). *** If you do not meet this qualification please apply to the Scientific Technical Officer opportunity through Requisition 95365 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 (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information: A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.


Job Category
Scientific and Technical