Sto-re 21r

Posting Title- STO-RE 21R - Recreation Officer- Position Classification- Scientific/Tech Off R21 - Res- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA- Salary Range- $67,728.87 - $77,012.22 annually- Close Date- 1/2/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy- Ministry Branch / Division- BC Parks Provincial Services Branch- Job Summary**Bring your recreational site and contract management expertise to this exciting opportunity with BC Parks**

Reporting to the Section Head, Recreation, the Recreation Officer serves as a facility specialist and provides a lead contract management role to support the Facilities and Capital Investment Program for the efficient delivery of BC Parks capital projects. The position manages medium term projects or several smaller scope projects and acts as a supportive role in the provision of capital projects, procurement of goods and services, contract management and technical advice to both the Provincial Services Branch and the Regional Operations Branch.

**Job Requirements**:

- University Degree in Tourism, Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Studies, Geography, or other discipline related to the focus of the position, and a minimum of two (2) years related experience; OR
- Technical Diploma in a related field and a minimum of four (4) years experience.
- Other combinations of related training, education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience includes the following:

- Experience in contract administration/management.
- Experience in project management.
- Experience resolving problems, disagreements or other issues where parties have conflicting interests or perspectives.
- Experience analyzing planning documents, audits, reports, drawings and/or designs.

Preference may be given for one or more of the following:

- Experience working in National, Provincial, Regional or Municipal Park settings, or similar environments consisting of diverse outdoor recreation facilities.
- Experience using contract management tools, techniques, templates and processes preferably in a public sector environment.
- Experience conducting condition assessments of facilities and trails.
- Experience using and maintaining asset management systems and databases.
- Experience in recreation facility development and maintenance management.
- Experience in budget management.
- Construction experience, such as working with design drawings, engineers and architects.

Provisos and Willingness Statements:

- Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license (or equivalent). Field work may include extensive travel throughout the province and/or outdoor work in all weather conditions, and in remote locations.**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.

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.

Fort St. John: British Columbia’s oldest interior community, Fort St. John is perfect for scenic drives, hiking, fishing, and camping, as it sits alongside the Peace River. Hiking is particularly nice in the surrounding provincial parks of Beatton Provincial Park and Charlie Lake Provincial park, where camping is also available. Its gentle rolling hills are perfect for cross-country skiing and snowmobiling in the winter months.

Prince George: Prince George is the largest city in Northern British Columbia, and boasts a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment, including the Prince George Symphony Orchestra. Prince George is also located next to several provincial parks, which provide camping and boating amenities.

**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.

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