Econ 27r - Victoria, Canada - BC Public Service

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Victoria, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Posting Title- ECON 27R - Economist- Position Classification- Economist R27- Union- GEU- Location- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $75, $86,175.83 annually- Close Date- 3/7/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- Compensation and Business Analysis- Job SummaryThe Ministry of Forests is responsible for providing access to Crown land and resources through permitting and authorizations for economic development activities on the land base.

FLNRORD is one of five ministries jointly responsible for managing the natural resource sector and balancing economic opportunities with environmental stewardship.

The main focus of the Economist - Compensation is to design and implement complex statistical and financial analysis, economic modelling projects, resource economic projects, and advise senior executives on matters directly impacting goals, tenure concentration and the marketing of fibre, compensation valuation, compensation objectives and financial commitments of the Ministry or Government

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 Forests

Job Requirements:

A Master's Degree in Economics, Finance, or closely related field, such as: statistics, mathematics, or equivalent.
Experience in the design and implementation of statistical analysis, finance and economic modelling projects.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a data intensive analytic environment.
Academic and/or practical experience in resource economics.
Experience with timber, other land use, infrastructure and business valuation principles and techniques.
Experience with relevant provincial compensation regulatory policies, legal aspects, and processes.
Experience with relevant provincial marketing of fibre regulatory policies with respect to timber tenure transfers or changes of control.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

Background in finance and business analysis.
Experience working with large data sets, natural resource valuation techniques and discounting.
Experience conducting network analysis and attribution modelling.
Experience connecting different data sources into a connected system or database format.
Experience and aptitude programming large queries and analyses using corporate database tools such as SQL, R, and GIS platforms.
Experience in forest, lands or other natural resource management and governance, either within government or industry.

About this Position:

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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 BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities.

For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:

Cover Letter:
NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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