STO 24R - Area Supervisor

Posting Title
STO 24R - Area Supervisor

Position Classification
Scientific/Technical Off R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
10/18/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date
3/31/2026

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Parks

Job Summary

The Team
The BC Parks, West Coast Region, South Island sections team is a passionate, supportive, and inclusive group dedicated to managing the beautiful parks and protected areas on southern Vancouver Island. The established teams, reporting to the Parks and Protected Area Section Head, consists of both full-time and auxiliary staff who work together to deliver frontline services and manage park operations. Collaborating closely with the PPSA Section Head, Recreation Services Officer, and other regional team members and partners, the teams play a crucial role in balancing environmental protection, outdoor recreation, and reconciliation commitments to Indigenous Peoples. Known for their thoughtful and positive approach, they create a welcoming environment where everyone's contributions are valued.

The Role
As a BC Parks Area Supervisor, you'll oversee the management of high-use front country and backcountry parks and protected areas on Vancouver Island, focusing on visitor safety, compliance and enforcement, and facility management. Leading a small team of Park Rangers, you'll collaborate with regional planners, biologists, and local First Nations Governments to support the protection and stewardship of these natural spaces. You'll be responsible for overseeing the management of several high-use campgrounds and trails, and will need to be proficient in project management, collaboration, and comfortable balancing competing views and oversight for various partners. This high-demand position provides a rewarding opportunity to contribute to safe, high-quality outdoor recreation for all, while embracing an inclusive approach to working with diverse groups and governments.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Completed related degree or 2-year diploma in an Outdoor Recreation Management or a Natural ResourceManagement related field (related field may include: Biology, Geology, Geography, Recreational Planning,Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Fisheries, Anthropology); OR,
• Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) and 2 years' *related experience (related experience caninclude: park system (operations), conservation, outdoor recreation, forestry, any earth sciences, recreationplanning, public safety /enforcement).

*Related experience includes:

• Experience in natural resource management (such as ecosystem management, fish and/or wildlife management,forestry management, invasive species management, natural resource inventory and research, environmental impact assessment), cultural resource management (such as archaeological or cultural site management,archaeology), First Nation agreement management, and/or parks and protected area management encompassinga broad range of activities and initiatives related to the delivery of recreation and conservation programs and services including recreation facility management, natural resource management, inventory or research, parkoperations management, and/or compliance and enforcement; and/or
• Experience in outdoor recreation management (such as outdoor recreation planning, outdoor recreation facility development, operation and/or maintenance of outdoor recreations facilities, outdoor recreation service delivery); and/or
• Experience in compliance and enforcement related to natural resource or recreation management

In addition to candidates meeting the above education and experience, preference may also be given to applicantswith experience in any of the following areas:

• Parks and protected area management encompassing a broad range of activities and initiatives related to thedelivery of recreation and conservation programs and services
• Compliance and Enforcement related to natural resource, cultural resource, or recreation management (such asenforcement of the Park Act, Wildlife Act, etc.) or development of compliance and enforcement plans to deal withnon-compliance
• Advanced negotiation experience including mediation and conflict resolution
• Budget management (budget development, allocation, monitoring and control
• Contract management (contract planning, tendering, award, monitoring, and evaluation
• Human resource management (recruiting, hiring, training and supervising staff, volunteers, or project managers inprogram delivery.

For questions regarding this position, please contact sarah.joanisse@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Position 1 is a temporary opportunity based in Victoria (Goldstream) until March 31, 2026. This position may be extended.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be 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 is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offe r .

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, itmay notbe 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