LSO FORS 2 - Practices Forester

Posting Title
LSO FORS 2 - Practices Forester

Position Classification
Licensed Sc Off Forester 2

Union
PEA

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Quesnel, BC V2J 6W6 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$69,969.42 - $89,774.32 annually

Close Date
10/16/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Timber Sales

Job Summary

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province's annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization. Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia's public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.

A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.

The Team
At BC Timber Sales (BCTS) Cariboo-Chilcotin, our Timber Development and Silviculture Teams play a critical role in sustainable forest management, from the development and sale of Timber Sale Licences to harvest conformance and reforestation. You'll join an established, close-knit team of about seven professionals, including Practices Foresters and Operations Technologists, all reporting to a Woodlands Supervisor. Collaboration is key, as you'll also work alongside teams in Indigenous Relations, Planning, and Forest Road Engineering. We value the diversity within our teams and are committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that prioritizes safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, and sustainability. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests .

The Role
In this role with BCTS Cariboo-Chilcotin, you'll directly contribute to sustainable forest management, reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, and forest sector safety while helping to ensure the economic health of British Columbia. Your work will provide key data for the Market Pricing System, supporting timber auctions and driving improvements in forest practices. Candidates will find excitement in our commitment to work-life balance, educational opportunities, and career development, all within a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Watch this video to learn more about our mission.To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website .

Qualifications:

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with Forest Professionals British Columbia(FPBC) and two years of experience in operational field forestry activities.
• Operational field forestry activities include the following:
  • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
  • Cut-block development
  • Forest road engineering
  • Silviculture
  • Timber tenure development and administration
  • Planning integrated resource management

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

• Preference may be given to candidates with experience in more than one (1) operational field forestry activities
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples
• Experience in contract management

Provisos:

• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft. Must be able to maintain membership with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals as a member in good standing.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kelly.Lisk@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This position can be located in Williams Lake or Quesnel.
This position has full on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Cariboo-Chilcotin Business Area (Williams Lake, Quesnel)
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) is required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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 that 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 offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits , including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning anddevelopment. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks' annual paidleave entitlement.To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You .

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 British Columbia (FPBC). 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 FPBC . 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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Job Category
Scientific and Technical