Sto-re 27r

Posting Title- STO-RE 27R - Land & Resource Specialist- Position Classification- Scientific/Tech Off R27 - Res- Union- GEU- Location- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $75,552.53 - $86,175.83 annually- Close Date- 4/5/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Water,Land,ResourceStewardship- Ministry Branch / Division- Land Use Policy, Planning and Ecosystems Division- Job Summary**Influence complex natural resource initiatives**

The Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship is accountable for integrated land and natural resource management and advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, including objective setting for land and marine environments, effectively managing cumulative effects, environmental sustainability, and economic growth.

The primary focus of the position is to develop creative management solutions to strategic resource management issues. The position bridges environmental, social and economic disciplines of natural resource management to advance policy, Ministry priorities and strategies, and operational delivery of stewardship outcomes. The Land and Resource Specialist will lead diverse project team of multidisciplinary specialists across multiple agencies and is responsible for the management, coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives from initiation through to conclusion. The position deals with complex natural resource issues involving multiple partners and First Nations.

**Job Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, Biology, Marine Biology, Zoology, Geomatics, Planning, or Natural Resource Management) PLUS Minimum 4 years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
- Or an equivalent combination of education/training may also be considered
- Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
- Experience in distilling and communicating complex natural resource information to laypersons.
- Experience in managing multi-disciplinary projects in which innovative solutions were implemented to solve a unique or complex natural resource management problem.
- Experience managing relationships with high level interest holders and understanding different perspectives, conflicts and facilitating/developing solutions.
- Experience working for/with First Nations, or in First Nations consultation, collaboration and relationship building.
- Experience and/or training in planning, particularly land use planning for natural resources.

Willingness Statements
- 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 travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
- May require the operation of a variety of equipment such as all terrain/off road vehicles.

**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work at home as per the Telework Agreement.
This position is also posted as a LSO under REQ 98493.

**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.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

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

**Resume: YES**:
**Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) -** You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

**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- Scientific and Technical