LSO OTHR 3 - Land and Resource Specialist - Coast Area - Canada Jobs Opening

October 11, 2024

BC Public Service

Campbell River

FULL TIME

LSO OTHR 3 - Land and Resource Specialist - Coast Area

Posting Title

LSO OTHR 3 - Land and Resource Specialist - Coast Area

Position Classification

Licensed Sc Off Other 3

Union

PEA

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA
Daajing Giids, BC V0T 1S0 CA
Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Y9 CA
Port Mc Neill, BC V0N 2R0 CA
Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA
Squamish, BC V8B 0H3 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range

$77,718.46 - $99,452.15 annually

Close Date

10/25/2024

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division

Forest Sector Transformation / Timber, Range and Economics Division

Job Summary

The Team:
At the Value-added Sector Strategies Branch (VASS) within the Forest Sector Transformation Unit (FST), you’ll be joining a small, collaborative team that works closely with others across the Ministry to drive meaningful change. VASS, a new team established in February, currently has two members, with plans to double its size. You will work alongside the Director and another Land and Resource Specialist to develop strategies that support communities, First Nations, and industry through the forest sector's ongoing transition. The team values communication, collaboration, and personal development, fostering an environment of mutual support.
The Role:
As a Land and Resource Specialist for the Coast Area, your primary responsibilities will be understanding local fibre flow dynamics and the diverse forest product manufacturers in the area, while developing strategies and policy ideas to support communities, First Nations, and industry through the ongoing forest sector transition. You will have the opportunity to engage directly with industry, stakeholders, and First Nations, listening to their needs and helping shape solutions that impact the future of BC's forest industry. This transformational work offers a unique chance to contribute creative ideas to a sector that is vital to both the economy and communities across the province. Check out the innovative work being done here: Made in British Columbia.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

Must be a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC); or, as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA); or, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC); or, able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
A Bachelor’s Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of education/training, plus three (3) or more years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
Training and/or experience in project management.
Significant experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
Experience in managing project teams.
Experience managing relationships with senior level partners and stakeholders.
Experience or knowledge in implementing provincial and regional First Nations consultation procedures.
Experience and knowledge of conflict and dispute resolution principles and practices.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

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

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available for the Coast Area. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
The intent of this position is to have a local staff person focused on wood manufacturers within an assigned geographic area, to enable regular travel and relationship building with manufacturers, communities, First Nations and government staff.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
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 Coast Area.
This position is also posted as a Scientific Technical Officer (Resource) 27 via Requisition 116992.
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.
We are also actively recruiting for this position for the North Area via Requisition 117085.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. 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 is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered as a Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC); or, as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA); or, as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC); or, able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Applicants currently registered with a BC association with articling/in-training status (or able to transfer their current articling/in-training membership to the relevant BC association within six (6) months of employment) may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1B level. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position and the posting qualification requirements. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
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.
Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of My HR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation. 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 My HR.

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