Lso Fors 3 - Burns Lake, Canada - BC Public Service

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Posting Title- LSO FORS - Land and Resource Specialist - Forest Landscape Planning- Position Classification- Licensed Sc Off Forester 3- Union- PEA- Location- Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA

Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Salary Range $70, $89,678.84 annually, plus a $37.31 biweekly isolation allowance for Burns Lake and a $34.20 biweekly isolation allowance for Smithers
Close Date 3/3/2023
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service > Ministry of Forests
Ministry Branch / Division
Skeena
Regional Operations
Job Summary
Influence and engage in strategic resource management issues

The Ministry of Forests aims to deliver policy and programs to provide economic, cultural, environmental, and social benefit for all British Columbians.

Our work supports a sustainable economy in all parts of the province and provides a foundation for true and lasting reconciliation with Indigenous people.

The Ministry of Forests is part of the BC Public Service and is responsible for natural resource management in BC.

Our Ministry's Vision, Mission, and Reconciliation Commitment is as follows:

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Vision: resilient forests, landscapes, wildlife, and watersheds for the benefit of British Columbia, now and for generations to come.
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Mission: taking care of the land base through an integrated approach, in partnership with First Nations, communities and ministries.
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Reconciliation Commitment: implement the Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act action plan, partner with First Nations in the stewardship of natural resources and advance the Ministry's culture towards reconciliation.

The primary focus of the Land and Resource Specialist - Forest Landscape Planning position is to develop creative management solutions to strategic resource management issues through forest landscape planning.

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.

A career with the Ministry of Forests offers an exceptional opportunity to undertake a variety of challenging and rewarding roles, while supporting a healthy work/life balance.

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you:
Why work for the Ministry of Forests.

The people of Northern BC have a unique understanding of what it's like to live and work in some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world - they understand the phrase "Super, Natural British Columbia" in a way few others can.

This stunning part of the province offers a myriad of recreational opportunities for every season and is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, canoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing, to name just a few.

Come and explore the majesty of Northern British Columbia

Job Requirements:

Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP)

Note:

immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the ABCFP within six (6) months of employment.

Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.

Bachelor's Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of related education/training, plus three (3) or more years' experience working in a natural resource discipline.
Minimum of two (2) years' experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., subproject) of a major project or regional initiative.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalent.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

Experience in project management and managing project teams.
Experience in coordinating and leading the development of forest landscape plans consistent with government policy and regulations.
Experience in contract management as the qualified receiver, tracking deliverables, and ensuring program objectives are met.
Experience in effectively resolving conflicts around sensitive issues.
Experience in chairing meetings, participating and/or facilitating committees, planning tables, or technical tables with First Nations and stakeholders.

About this Position:

This position can be performed from any of the following communities: Burns Lake, Smithers, Terrace.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future vacancies in the above locations.

Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.

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