LSO 3 OTH- Senior Environmental Protection Officer

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The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy is responsible for the effective protection, management and conservation of BC’s water, land, air and living resources. It leads work on climate preparedness and adaptation and leads plans to meet greenhouse gas reduction targets.

The Senior Environmental Protection Officer protects the environment by providing authoritative and professional advice to others on the Environmental Management Act and the management of industrial, municipal, agricultural, point and non-point source wastes and hazardous materials. Leads regional and area-based environmental protection planning, developing systematic approaches, policies, and regulations. Manages authorizations of high-risk, complex, and unique sites/situations in the region, conducting source monitoring to study impacts of toxins and wastes to lead compliance, continuous improvement, and effective management of waste discharges into the environment.

This position provides authoritative technical and policy advice to ministry staff, elected officials, industry and municipal executives, other agencies, and the public regarding controversial or complex waste management issues.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s of Science Degree or higher in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences with three (3) years of related experience; OR,
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences with at least five (5) years of related experience.
• Registered in good standing, or immediately eligible for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area, i.e., an Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), or a Professional Geoscientist or Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC). Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a Professional Agrologist with BCIA, or Geoscientist or Engineer with EGBC within 6 months of appointment. Confirmation of registration/ eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be confirmed.
• Valid BC Class 5 (or equivalent) Driver’s Licence.

Related Experience Must Include the Following:

• Experience related to environmental protection, industrial and municipal waste management in at least 2 of the 4 aspects below:
• Experience with reduction, recycling, treatment, and disposal technologies.
• Experience conducting environmental monitoring, assessments and reporting related to waste discharges.
• Experience with environmental planning processes such as Waste Management Planning.
• Experience with hazardous material spill response, special waste, and contaminated sites.

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

• Experience working in the mining industry.
• Experience with regulatory administration of waste management discharges to the environment.
• Experience in liaison with environmental regulatory agencies.
• Experience with the interpretation and application of the Environmental Management Act.

For questions regarding this position, please contact chris.garda@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available.
The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Please refer to MyHR for more information about Recruitment and Retention Adjustments.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for permanent positions.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
The recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.

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 Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

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.

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as an Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), or a Professional Geoscientist or Professional Engineer with the Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to BCIA or EGBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

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

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 comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

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.