LSO FORS 2 - Licensed Authorization Officer

The Team
The Tenures Authorizations Team is an established group within our District office, dedicated to supporting clients with forestry applications like cutting permits and wood lots. The team liaises with First Nations Advisors, Engineering Officers, Stewardship Foresters, and more. Together, we’re committed to solving challenges and ensuring permits are processed efficiently to keep things running smoothly. We appreciate the knowledge and dedication each team member brings, and we take pride in fostering a warm, inclusive, and fun atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported.

The Role
As a Licensed Authorizations Officer, you'll play a key role in reviewing applications for cutting permits, road permits, special use permits, and woodlots, helping to ensure timely approvals that keep harvesting operations on track. This role offers a wonderful chance to work closely with a variety of professionals across the forestry sector, giving you opportunity for learning and growth. With a rewarding blend of fieldwork and office tasks, you’ll make a real impact while seeing the results of your efforts come to life.

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

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in the natural resource field or equivalent.
• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as an Registered Professional Forester (RPF). Note: immediately eligible is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the FPBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Related experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience in consulting, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with partners in natural resource management.
• Must hold a valid class 5 BC Drivers Licence.

Provisos

• May be required to operate field equipment (i.e., quad, snowmobile).
• Willingness to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service which may include a Criminal records check, and/or Criminal records Review Act (CCRA) check and/or enhanced screening checks as required by the Ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Anthony.Brewis@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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.

The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits, including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You

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.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the Forest Professionals BC. 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 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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