LSO FORS 3 - Provincial Silviculture Specialist

The Team
The Stand Management Team is a small, agile group of eight professionals in the Ministry of Forests, working on exciting projects that shape silviculture policies across the province. As an established team, they’re making a real impact on how forests are cared for in B.C. Joining this team means being part of meaningful work that helps shape the future of our forests, in an environment where everyone’s contributions are valued.

The Role
As the Provincial Silviculture Specialist in the Harvest and Silviculture Practices Team, you'll lead projects that address important silviculture issues across the province, from planning project goals to developing key deliverables. You'll review forestry laws and regulations to assess their impact on forest practices and work closely with teams across the province to gather input and find solutions that align with forest management goals. A big part of the role involves building strong relationships with partners inside and outside the Ministry to support provincial silviculture objectives.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as a Registered Professional Forester. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Bachelor’s degree in forestry or Natural Resource Management and five (5) years of progressive and directly *related forestry experience; or,
• Master’s degree in forestry or Natural Resource Management and three (3) years of progressive and directly *related forestry experience; or,
• An equivalent combination of related experience and education, i.e., Technical Diploma in Forestry or Natural Resource Management, completion of pupil program and seven (7) years of progressive and directly *related experience.

Directly *related experience must include at least one year in each of the following:

• Experience in delivering operational silviculture activities.
• Experience in the development, implementation, or review of stocking standards.
• Experience in preparing and providing clear, concise, and complete oral and written information of a complex and technical nature and delivering training to diverse groups.
• Experience in contract management.

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

• Experience in the design and implementation of complex silvicultural systems.
• Experience leading or designing continuing education sessions.
• Experience identifying, gathering, interpreting, and analyzing scientific or technical information to verify and/or reach conclusions and provide advice and/or recommendations.
• Experience in First Nations’ engagement.

Provisos /Willingness statement(s)

• Must possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent).
• Must be willing and able to travel away from home and stay overnight on a regular basis.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact shannon.pearce@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 (two) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above, subject to operational considerations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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:
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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 - 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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