Lso Othr 3

Posting Title- LSO OTHR 3 - Regional Hydrologist- Position Classification- Licensed Sc Off Other 3- Union- PEA- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $75,454.69 - $96,020.36 annually- Close Date- 11/27/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Water,Land,ResourceStewardship- Ministry Branch / Division- Water Allocation- Job SummaryWater is fundamental to BC’s communities, ecosystems, food supply and economy. The provincial water program is a diverse group of highly collaborative people who help support and make robust and durable decisions with evidence-based policy and sound science. The Water Sustainability Act supports expanded regulation of groundwater, leading environmental protection practices and new area-based management tools - all of which allow water resources to be more effectively managed during times of growth and change.

The Hydrologist is a professional advisor in the field of hydrology that may specialize in water allocation and water resource management.

A career with the Ministry of Water, Lands, and Natural Resource Stewardship offers an exceptional opportunity to undertake a variety of challenging and rewarding roles, while supporting a healthy work/life balance. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why work for the Ministry of Water, Lands, and Natural Resource Stewardship.

**Job Requirements**:

- Registered or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e. Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to immediately transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the appropriate association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be confirmed. If you are not currently registered, advise how you have confirmed with the applicable BC association you are immediately eligible.
- Degree in a related field (e.g., Physical Geography, Earth Science, or Environmental Science), or equivalent as accepted by the appropriate professional association.
- Experience in watershed hydrology, geomorphology, engineering hydrology, water resource management/planning, or fluvial geomorphology.
- Experience interpreting and analyzing maps and data related to resource and water management.
- Experience working cooperatively with agencies, other levels of government and the public.
- Experience coordinating or participating in complex integrated resource management plans.
- Experience producing technical reports.
- Experience supervising staff.

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

- Experience with the Water Sustainability Act.
- Experience in stream, river and lake hydraulics and assessing the potential impacts to resource values from development proposals/activities and/or water withdrawals.
- Experience conducting water investigations, including watershed and hydrological assessments and water monitoring.

**About this Position**:
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.

**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.

Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members, there is an allowance to cover professional fees, strong dental and medical plans and much more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken as taken as time off or salary on an annual basis which is on top of four (4) weeks annual leave.

**How to Apply**:
**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 appr