STO-RE 21R – Wildfire Prevention Specialist

Posting Title
STO-RE 21R – Wildfire Prevention Specialist

Position Classification
Scientific/Tech Off R21 – Res

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Castlegar, BC V1N 4P5 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$69,760.70 – $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
10/27/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Wildfire

Job Summary

The Team
The Southeast Fire Centre Prevention team is part of the BC Wildfire Service, focused on wildfire resiliency, education, mitigation, and response. This established team, consisting of a Senior Wildfire Officer, 2 Wildfire Prevention Officers, a Prevention Specialist, and a Prevention Clerk, works closely with various staff and partners to manage significant wildfire risk reduction and prescribed fire initiatives. We value a diverse, inclusive environment where every team member’s unique perspective contributes to our mission of protecting communities and enhancing forest health.

The Role
The Prevention Specialist will lead key projects within the Fire Centre, support Senior Wildfire Officers in applying legislation, and play a crucial part in wildfire prevention in the Southeast Fire Centre. You’ll be responsible for the fire center FireSmart program, work with regional FireSmart coordinators, review prevention project funding requests from municipal and first nations partners, refine and update prevention plans, and implement strategies to reduce human-caused fires. As a wildfire expert, you’ll build strong partnerships to enhance risk reduction efforts, offering a unique opportunity to shape provincial policies and protect community safety.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirement

• Degree in a field related to forestry, resource management, plus one (1) year recent related experience; OR,
• Technical diploma in a field related to forestry, resource management, plus three (3) years recent related experience;OR,
• Grade 12 plus five (5) years recent related experience ; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered; AND,
• Valid class 5 driver license.

Related experience is defined as operations or other disciplines related to natural resource management.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Registered or immediately eligible to register as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with the Forest Professionals BC.
• Experience in fuel management
• Experience in fuel management
• Expereince in fire behaviour
• Experience in prescribed fire
• Experience in Wildland fire management.

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 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 be assigned or participate to Incident Command System positions and Incident Management Teams as required.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Evan.Peck.@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full on site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.

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Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information