LSO AGRL 3 – Industry Specialist – Agronomy

The Team

On the Livestock Team, you’ll join a passionate and diverse group of Industry Specialists dedicated to supporting BC’s livestock sectors. The Livestock Team brings together expertise across the livestock sectors including beef, dairy, poultry, hogs, bison, sheep, goats and agroforestry to serve both regional and provincial needs. With five team members—including a manager, the team works collaboratively with colleagues from other regions, Resource Management Specialists, veterinarians, and policy staff to make a meaningful impact in agriculture across the province. 
  
The Role 
 As an Industry Specialist- Agronomy on our team, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to work directly with industry associations, regulatory agencies, and government partners to elevate the forage sector’s competitiveness and sustainability. Your technical expertise will help strengthen food security for British Columbians and support the success of local crop production enterprises. In this fast-paced, collaborative environment, each day brings variety, challenge, and the chance to make a meaningful difference for the industry. If you’re a self-motivated, critical thinker who enjoys working with passionate colleagues to drive real change, this role is for you! 

Qualifications

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) in a relevant field of study (plant science, agronomy, agriculture) or equivalent as recognized by the relevant professional association (BCIA). Preference may be given to those with a graduate degree (MSc or PhD) in plant science related discipline.
• Registered as a Professional Agrologist, or immediately eligible* for registration as a Professional Agrologist, with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists.
  •  *Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a professional Agrologist in another Canadian jurisdiction and able to transfer that membership to the BCIA within 6 months of employment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have the BCIA reviews their qualifications to ensure they have the necessary requirements for registration.
•  Valid B.C. driver’s licence.

Experience: 

• Advanced knowledge of plant physiology, forage management and grazing systems. 
• A minimum of 5 years experience working in agriculture sector, including knowledge and technology transfer and working with industry stakeholders. 
• Experience working with other levels of government and with forage and livestock producers, including seeking consensus, forming agreements, and engaging industry associations.

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

• 6 months or more of experience in the development and submission of briefing notes, reports, and responses for executive to respond to: media, general public, industry, other ministries and other levels of government.
• A strong understanding of the local and global competitiveness issues and human resource challenges facing the forage sector, especially within British Columbia. 
• A strong knowledge of BC’s crop production systems, operational realities, sustainability challenges, economic, political and social issues, especially the forage, and livestock sector.  
• A strong understanding of Provincial and federal roles and jurisdiction in the industry development of the forage sectors.
• Experience working with Indigenous communities and interests.

Provisos

• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry
  • *Note:  It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).  
• Meet safety standards of Work Safe BC.
• Conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brent.Barclay@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

There is one permanent position available
Position may be available in Kamloops, Williams Lake, Kelowna, Vernon, Ft. St. John, Dawson Creek or 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 for future permanent positions may be established.
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.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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