STO-RE 24R - Community Liaison Officer

The Team:
If you are passionate about protecting nature and supporting outdoor recreation, BC Parks is the place for you. Our dedicated and diverse team is responsible for managing one of North America's largest parks, protected areas and ecosystems, covering over 14 million hectares and 1,037 provincial parks. Each region works to preserve natural and cultural values while providing world-class outdoor experiences, making this a truly rewarding team to be part of. Learn more about our team and the work we do: About BC Parks.

The Role:
The Community Liaison Officer has a proactive presence, maintaining BC Parks Ranger status and providing a necessary link to BC Parks and its programs and services in support of enhanced community engagement, partnership and outreach efforts, while supporting matters related to the effective management and conservation of natural and cultural resources in provincial parks, protected areas, recreation areas, ecological reserves and Wildlife Management Areas throughout the province. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic self-starter who is comfortable working under limited supervision, thrives in a collaborative team environment, and has excellent communication skills.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Communications, Community Engagement, or related field, and a minimum of two (2) years of experience developing and applying community engagement tools and strategies in a natural resource management and/or community engagement context; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference may be given for a Master’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, or related field.
• Experience managing projects and working with project teams.
• Experience applying strategic and conceptual thinking to effectively communicate and engage on complex and contentious issues and achieve the desired outcome(s).
• Preference may be given for experience in one or more of the following:
  • working in a community engagement capacity with a park agency;
  • working with Indigenous communities; and/or,
  • developing and delivering audience appropriate communications materials (presentations, pamphlets, etc).

Provisos:

• Must possess and maintain a Valid BC Class 5 (or equivalent) Driver’s Licence.
• Must be willing and 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 conditions.
• Must be willing and able to secure Park Ranger designation which includes successful completion of PRKS 1010 - BC Parks Law and Its Administration (BCIT) and will be required to wear the BC Parks Park Ranger uniform.
• Must maintain Park Ranger designation under the Park Act and comply with BC Parks’ uniform policy (Park Ranger Training will be provided if necessary).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Volker.Michelfelder@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be located in Kamloops or Williams Lake.
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.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the above locations.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

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 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 is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.

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.

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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