LSO FORS 2 – Planning Forester

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province’s annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization.  Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia’s public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.

A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.

The Team: 
The Planning Team at BCTS thrives on collaboration, valuing every team member’s input to achieve shared goals. This role offers the opportunity to lead a portfolio, working closely with stakeholders, contractors, and legislation to shape successful outcomes while contributing to the future of our operations. With a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, we support continuous professional growth through training, workshops, and field experience, all within flexible work arrangements. Our passionate team is dedicated to sustainable forestry and finding innovative solutions to the complex challenges facing our forests. Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Learn about BC Timber Sales. 

The Role
As a Planning Forester, you’ll play a key role in developing complex operational plans that align with BCTS business goals while balancing input from diverse stakeholders, including experts in timber development, harvesting, and silviculture. This role emphasizes collaboration and relationship-building with Indigenous Peoples, resource stakeholders, and industry partners, ensuring plans meet legislative, certification, and sustainability standards. With a focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion, you’ll apply critical thinking and leadership skills to address challenges like climate change and cumulative effects, all while contributing to a supportive, team-oriented environment. To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website.

Qualifications:

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) and two 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

Preference may be given to candidates with one 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

Provisos: 

• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft. 
• Must be able to maintain membership with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals as a member in good standing

For questions regarding this position, please contact kane.sanders@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be performed at any of the above listed locations. 
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work a number of days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Kamloops Business Area  (Kamloops, 100 Mile, Merritt, Clearwater)
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) is 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 (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Forester with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with FPBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be 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 – 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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