Sto-re R18

Posting Title- STO-RE R18 - Wildfire Assistant- Position Classification- Scientific/Tech Off R18 - Res- Union- GEU- Work Options- On-Site- Location- Castlegar, BC V1N 4P5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $62,255.85 - $70,557.73 annually- Close Date- 5/18/2023- Job Type- Temporary (Auxiliary)- Temporary End Date- 11/4/2023- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- BCWS- Job Summary**A great opportunity to take the next step in your career**

The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is the Province of BC’s primary emergency response organization. It operates year-round to deliver its mandate for wildfire management and response to natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS operates provincially, delivering services through six fire centres, thirty-three zones and two provincial centres in Kamloops and Victoria.

This position is responsible for performing a core set of functions related to fire response and fire management.

**Job Requirements**:

- Technical diploma in a field related to forestry, resource management, or emergency management, or equivalent knowledge, plus 2 seasons recent related experience; or emergency management experience
- Grade 12 plus 4 seasons in related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Related experience is defined as operations or other disciplines related to natural resource management or emergency management
- Minimum 2 seasons of demonstrated supervisory experience

**Preference statement(s)**

**Provisos /Willingness statement(s)**
- To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures
- To keep current on emerging issues
- To take in-house training and certification as required
- To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required
- To work extended hours, including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan
- To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required
- To participate in Incident Command System positions as assigned
- To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions
- To obtain and maintain certification and training for position to meet operational requirements

**About this Position**:
This position has full time on-site requirements. Currently there is one full time auxiliary position available.

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.

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 Offer.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO** - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**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.

**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 Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical