Lso Othr 3

Posting Title- LSO OTHR 3 - Land and Resource Specialist - Forest Landscape Planning- Position Classification- Licensed Sc Off Other 3- Union- PEA- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
- Hazelton, BC V0J 1Y1 CA
- Houston, BC V0J 1Z2 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
- Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA- Salary Range- $77,718.46 - $99,452.15 annually- Close Date- 6/7/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 4/11/2025- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests- Ministry Branch / Division- Skeena - Regional Operations- Job Summary**Influence and engage in strategic resource management issues**

The Ministry of Forests (FOR) is part of the BC Public Service and is responsible for natural resource management in BC. Our Ministry’s Vision, Mission, and People and Organizational Excellence is as follows:

- **Vision**: resilient forests and rangelands are sustainably managed for the benefit of all people in British Columbia, now and for future generations
- **Mission**: to take an integrated and collaborative approach to natural resource management
- **People and Organizational Excellence**: FOR is a high-performing organization with a strong culture promoting safety, leadership, and strategies for being a great place to work for the benefit of British Columbians

The primary focus of the Land and Resource Specialist - Forest Landscape Planning position is to develop creative management solutions to strategic resource management issues through forest landscape planning. This position bridges environmental, social and economic disciplines of natural resource management to advance policy, Ministry priorities and strategies, and operational delivery of stewardship outcomes.

**Job Requirements**:

- Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Forester with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
- Bachelor’s Degree in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) or an equivalent combination of related education/training, plus three (3) or more years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

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

- Experience managing project teams.
- Experience in coordinating and leading the development of forest landscape plans consistent with government policy and regulations.
- Experience in contract management as the qualified receiver, tracking deliverables, and ensuring program objectives are met.
- Experience in effectively resolving conflicts around sensitive issues.
- Experience in chairing meetings, participating and/or facilitating committees, planning tables, or technical tables with First Nations and stakeholders.

**About this Position**:
This is a temporary opportunity for approximately one (1) year; this may be extended or become permanent.
This position can be located in one of the following communities: Burns Lake, Hazelton, Houston, Smithers, or Terrace.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary or permanent vacancies in the above locations.

The people of Northern BC have a unique understanding of what it's like to live and work in some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world - they understand the phrase "Super, Natural British Columbia" in a way few others can. This stunning part of the province offers a myriad of recreational opportunities for every season and is perfect for hiking, mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, canoeing, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing, to name just a few. Come and explore the majesty of Northern British Columbia

**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, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an