BAND 4 - Director of Strategic Initiatives

The Team
The Omineca Regional Management Team is a close-knit group of 12 professionals focused on sustainable forest management, stewardship, First Nations reconciliation, and supporting local communities. The team is highly collaborative, working closely with other managers, team leads, and staff to make a meaningful impact. Known for being a supportive, close, and caring team, they foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

The Role
As the Director of Strategic Initiatives you will be leading the development of Forest Landscape Plans, you'll oversee a team dedicated to shaping sustainable forest management while building and maintaining key relationships with First Nations, forest licensees, local governments, and other partners. Your work will have a direct impact on the environment and local economy, ensuring the long-term health of our forests. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about bringing diverse interests together and making a meaningful contribution to both communities and forests.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education in a field related to natural resource management, business/public administration, First Nations’ studies, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Preference may be given for post-secondary education in a natural resource management related field (such as forestry, agrology, etc.).
• Five (5) or more years’ experience in natural resource management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in a management capacity dealing with politically sensitive and/or provincially significant issues.
• Experience managing and leading geographically dispersed multi-disciplinary staff.
• Must have a valid BC Class 5 BC Driver's Licence (or equivalent).

Preference may be given for one or both of the following:

• Experience developing policy, procedures and corporate practices.
• Five (5) or more years experience working with First Nations’ communities and facilitating First Nations’ consultations or negotiations.
• Experience in a senior management capacity including business and organizational planning.

For questions regarding this position, please contact lori.borth@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

We are committed to ensuring that 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.

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.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. 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 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 - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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