BIO 27R - Researcher - Fire Ecologist

Posting Title
BIO 27R - Researcher - Fire Ecologist

Position Classification
Biologist R27

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
100 Mile House, BC V0K 2E0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$85,813.18 - $97,879.22 annually, which includes a 3.3% Temporary Market Adjustment*

Close Date
7/15/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Resource Management

Job Summary

Make a difference in this rewarding career opportunity

The Researcher - Fire Ecologist position is a research scientist and scientific advisor in the field of ecosystem-based management with a focus on natural resource management in the Cariboo region. The Researcher - Fire Ecologist will primarily focus on developing an understanding of fire effects at the stand level to inform forestry practices including, restoration after wildfire, fuel reduction treatments, stand resiliency, and cultural and prescribed fire projects using experimentation and modelling. A critical task of this position will be to derive evidence on how prescribed and cultural fire contribute to resilient stands and ecosystems. They will also conduct applied research using ecological theory to support science-based decision-making and provide expert professional advice relating to ecology, fire, climate change, disturbance, and ecological resiliency. Key initiatives this position will support are Legal and Regulatory updates (e.g. Forest & Range Practices Act updates - Forest Landscape Planning), Wildfire Recovery, Wildfire Risk Reduction, Cultural and Prescribed Fire, Dry Interior Douglas-fir management, and foster relationships with internal and external partners.

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Job Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible to register, as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with the BC College of Applied Biologists (CAB). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the CAB within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Completion of Thesis-based M.Sc. in Biological Sciences, specializing in Fire Ecology, Disturbance Ecology, Community Ecology, Ecosystem Ecology or Applied Ecology and 2 years experience; OR
• Completion of Thesis-based Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, specializing in Fire Ecology, Disturbance Ecology, Community Ecology, Ecosystem Ecology or Applied Ecology and 1 year experience.
• Bachelor of Biology, Forestry or Natural Resource Management Degree with equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• Experience leading project design and delivery, complex analyses and reporting, and providing advice within a regulatory regime.
• Experience assessing and monitoring natural resources.
• Advanced knowledge of ecology related to fire, and other disturbance agents that drive ecosystem dynamics.

Please include your registration number with the College of Applied Biology ( CAB ) within your application, as you must be registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with CAB . If you are not yet registered with the CAB, please explain how you are immediately eligible (i.e. currently a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction and can immediately transfer to the CAB).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Debra.Wytrykush@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments .
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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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 Biologist (RPBio) with the BC College of Applied Biology. 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 CAB . 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 - 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 - 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 Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information