STO-RE 24R - Authorizations Specialist - – Closing date extended

Showcase your project management and leadership excellence

Reporting to a section head or excluded manager and working in a variety of settings, the Authorizations Specialist provides senior technical advice and may make decisions regarding the allocation of resources and adjudication of resource authorizations for the Natural Resource Sector.

Job Requirements:

Education
• Undergraduate Degree or higher in natural resource management or related field and 2 years of related experience*, OR
• A Technical Diploma in natural resource management and 3 years of related experience*, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience* may be considered.

*Related experience includes:
• Experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience performing technical duties and working with key statutes that support natural resource management.
• Experience in consulting, negotiating and resolving conflicts with stakeholders in natural resource management.

Preference may be given to those with 1 or more of the following:
• 5 (or more) years of experience working in natural resource management.
• Experience working in land authorizations.
• Experience with land valuation analysis, techniques, and principles to ensure a fair and equitable return to the Crown for the allocation of these and related resources (e.g., land appraisals, timber).
• Experience working with and/or knowledge of real estate law.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Nadia.Erasmus@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Amendment (June 21): closing date extended to July 5, 2024
Amendment (May 28th): Salary updated to reflect current range as of April 7th, 2024.
Currently there is 1 permanent opportunity available.
This position can be worked from the following communities: Williams Lake, Quesnel, 100 Mile House, or Alexis Creek
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities. .
This position is also posted as an LSO 2A in requisition 110972.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.

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How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

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 (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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.