LSO FORS 3 - Planning Officer **UPDATE - CLOSING DATE EXTENDED**

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province’s annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization. Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia’s public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.

A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.

The Team:
Join the Kootenay Business Area Planning Team in BC Timber Sales Kootenay Business Area (TKO) and become part of a dedicated group of forest professionals. Based in one of our five offices (Cranbrook, Nelson, Castlegar, Nakusp, and Grand Forks) in TKO, The Planning Officer will work directly with another Planning Officer, Planning Foresters in our four field teams as well as the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) team. Our established field teams of approximately ten members manage the full forestry development lifecycle, ensuring sustainable and resilient forest ecosystems. Since 2003, we've been committed to inclusive and adaptive forest management practices, working closely with Indigenous Relations Staff and engaging meaningfully with First Nations and the public to balance social, economic, and cultural benefits while supporting over 8,000 jobs across British Columbia.

The Role:
As a Planning Officer, you'll play a crucial role in leadership, strategic and integrated planning processes, developing Forest Stewardship Plans and ensuring that all planning initiatives are effective and in compliance with legislative requirements. Your work will support BCTS’s commitment to sound forest management and sustainable environmental stewardship, positively impacting B.C.'s economy and communities. Join our cohesive and friendly BC Timber Sales Kootenay Business Area team, enjoy a balanced 35-hour work week, and contribute to initiatives that support highways, schools, and healthcare services. Embrace this opportunity to make a difference in B.C.’s forests and in your professional growth. To learn more about this opportunity, check out Why Work for the Ministry of Forests and the BC Timber Sales website.

Job Requirements:

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) and three years of experience in operational forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.

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

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) and four years of experience in operational field forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.
• Forestry experience includes timber sales planning, forestry planning or integrated resource management.
• Experience in program administration including allocating resources, managing/supervising staff and administering budgets.
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples

Provisos:

• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.
• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft

For questions regarding this position, please contact alex.steele@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 and completed probation period.
This position can be performed at any of the listed locations.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Kootenay Business Area (Nelson, Castelgar, Cranbrook, Nakusp, Grand Forks)
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) is required.

Amendment (September 9th): Closing date extended to September 26, 2024

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 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.

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 British Columbia (FPBC). 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 FPBC. 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.

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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 Time on the closing date of the competition.