Lso Othr 2

Posting Title- LSO OTHR 2 - Advisor, First Nations Relation- Position Classification- Licensed Sc Off Other 2- Union- PEA- Location- Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $61,182.54 - $77,067.27 annually- Close Date- 1/4/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 8/9/2024- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- South Coast- Job Summary**Advisor, First Nations Relation**
**Licensed Science Officer (Other) 2**

There is currently a temporary opportunity available until August 9, 2024. This temporary opportunity may become permanent
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

**A great opportunity to take the next step in your career**

This position is to review proposals for the use of natural resources on Crown Land and determine the impact on First Nations identified or potential traditional use areas. The Advisor, First Nations Relations plans and leads the facilitation of the First Nations consultation process and ensures legal obligations have been met. This position is a recommending authority on whether proposed work should proceed. There is also opportunity to work closely with our Forest Stewardship Department and to participate in various stewardship projects.

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.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

**NOTE**: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

**Job Requirements**:

- Degree in the natural resource field or equivalent as recognized by the relevant association.
- Registered, or immediately eligible* for registration, with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area. (i.e., Association of Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia)).
- Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a professional in another Canadian jurisdiction referred to above, and able to transfer that membership to a BC professional association within 6 months of employment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have their qualifications reviewed by the appropriate body to ensure they have the necessary requirements for registration.
- Experience conducting research and analysis related to land use, resource management, and/or social or economic development issues.
- Experience working with First Nations communities and/or facilitating First Nations consultations.

**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 in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.**

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

**APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS**:
**Professional Designation: YES**:
**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 be required to answer a standard questionnaire.
- Job Category- Scientific and Technical