LSO FORS 2 – Planning Forester

Posting Title
LSO FORS 2 – Planning Forester

Position Classification
Licensed Sc Off Forester 2

Union
PEA

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$69,969.42 – $89,774.32 annually

Close Date
10/24/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Timber Sales

Job Summary

The Team
BC Timber Sales Prince George Business Area’s planning team is an established team, who collaborate to plan timber development opportunities over a 5-year cycle within the business area boundaries. The team works closely with government staff, industry, First Nations, and representatives of public resource user groups to develop strategic and tactical plans to meet the BCTS mandate. This dedicated and innovative team is currently advancing partnerships in the area to further enhance planning processes and sound management practices to meet business area goals. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests .

The Role
The Planning Forester will establish and foster working relationships with internal and external partners, develop and maintain a long-term operating plan compliant with legislative requirements, prepare and oversee field assessment contracts, and submit final reports and deliverables to supervisors in support of the business area goals. Additionally, they will provide support to other teams to ensure compliance with forestry legislation in BC and promote good stewardship of the forests within the Prince George Business Area. This role promises exciting career growth opportunities by exposing candidates to a diverse range of professional forestry tasks. To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website .

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) and two (2) years of experience in operational field forestry activities.

Operational field forestry activities include the following:

• • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
  • Cut-block development
  • Forest road engineering
  • Silviculture
  • Timber tenure development and administration
  • Planning integrated resource management

• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

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

• Directly related planning and integrated resource management experience.
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples.
• Coursework or experience in contract or financial administration.

For a complete list of qualifications and requirements please look at the job profile attached to this posting. For questions regarding this position, please contact Raymond.Jacob@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This position is located in Prince George.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill temporary and permanent vacancies.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service offers a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits , including one of the best pension plans available, and a variety of opportunities for career learning and development. Regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and 4 weeks’ annual paid leave entitlement. To find out more, explore What the BC Public Service offers You .

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.

Professional Designation: YES – Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered as a Professional Forester (RPF) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC), or able to transfer a current membership to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Applicants currently registered with FPBC as an Allied Science Forester in Training (ASFIT) or Forester in Training (FIT), or able to transfer their current ASFIT/FIT membership to FPBC within six (6) months, may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.

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 need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information