STO 24 - Recreation Services Officer

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BC Parks is responsible for the designation, management and conservation of a system of ecological reserves, provincial parks and recreation areas located throughout the province. British Columbia’s parks and protected areas contain nationally and internationally significant natural and cultural features and outdoor experiences

The Recreation Services Officer reports to the Parks and Protected Areas Section Head (Section Head), and is responsible for managing a large number of Park Operator (PO) Agreements (private sector contractual agreements) within a region and which vary in term length from 1-10 years. The longer term 10 year PO Agreements provide a wide variety of services within parks and protected areas and most agreements are for services located in the front country, but agreements also exist for some marine and backcountry park locations. These often multi-park (bundled) agreements provide services for park visitors in campground and day use areas and include facility operation and maintenance, revenue collection, public safety and security, provision of additional enhanced recreational services (Service Plus), and maintaining BC Parks brand and customer quality service standards.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Resource Management or Natural Resource Management or related degree (e.g., geography, environmental studies) and three years of directly related experience, of which a minimum two years’ park/recreation management experience and one year of natural resource management; or
• Degree in Business with focus on project and/or contract management in the Natural Resource Sector (e.g. business administration, public administration) with related experience in project and/or contract management including negotiating terms and conditions; or,
• Two year technical diploma in natural resource management or Parks Management, or related diploma and five years of directly related experience, of which a minimum two years’ park/recreation management and one year of natural resource management.
• Experience and/ or training in contract management, including negotiating terms and conditions.

Related Experience

• Park management experience includes development and maintenance of recreation facilities, operation of facilities, management of public and private sector recreation service.s, and employee and public safety and security).
• Natural Resource management experience includes wildlife or vegetation management programs, resource inventory and research, environmental impact assessment, resource use regulations, resource protection, non-conforming use management, First Nations agreements.
• Contract management experience includes procurement for services or assets, contract inspection and monitoring, direct financial negotiations, contract agreement writing, dispute resolution

Special Requirements:

• Must maintain Park Ranger designation under the Park Act and comply with BC Parks’ uniform policy.
• Must possess and maintain a Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Must be able to travel, sometimes extensively both within and outside the region and in remote areas for multiple days, by vehicle, boat, air, or foot, in camp conditions and in all weather.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Christine.Rikley@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.
This is for a temporary appointment until March 31, 2026.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities in Parksville, Black Creek and Victoria.
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 list above.

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.

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.