Sto-re 27r - Chilliwack, Canada - BC Public Service

BC Public Service

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Chilliwack, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Posting Title- STO-RE 27R - Land and Resource Specialist- Position Classification- Scientific/Tech Off R2- Res- Union- GEU- Location- Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 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- South Coast- Job Summary
Bring your commitment to excellence in resource management practices
The Ministry of Forests is responsible for stewardship of the province's 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's 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 and land use planning within the Chilliwack 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 and land use planning from initiation through to conclusion.

This position deals with complex natural resource issues involving multiple stakeholders and First Nations.

Job Requirements:

A Technical Diploma in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of education/training, plus 5 or more years' experience working in a natural resource discipline
Registered or immediately eligible for registration, with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) as a Registered Forest Technologist

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.

Experience in managing project teams.
Experience or knowledge in implementing provincial and regional First Nations consultation procedures.
Experience and knowledge of conflict and dispute resolution principles and practices.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

Experience managing relationships with senior level stakeholders.
Significant experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., subproject) of a major project or regional initiative.

Proviso & Willingness Statements:

Valid B.C. driver's licence.
To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures.
To keep current on emerging issues.
To take inhouse training and certification as required.
To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.

About this Position:

An eligibility list may be established.
This position is also posted as a LSO OTHR 3 Requisition 96128.

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.

How to Apply:

Professional Designation:

YES:

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

Resume required:

YES:

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.