Summary
Description
The Team:
The Programs and Services Team in the Heritage Branch is a dedicated group of professionals with expertise in cultural resource management, including heritage policy, toponymy, and fossil management. With a mix of long-standing and newer staff, our team brings a wealth of knowledge, diverse perspectives, and a strong sense of camaraderie to their work. Known across the province for their trusted advice and collaborative spirit, they play a vital role in advancing heritage protection and awareness through thoughtful policy, program delivery, and engagement.
The Role:
This rare opportunity offers a chance to lead the implementation of British Columbia’s Fossil Management Framework — an innovative approach to protecting fossil sites, preventing impacts, and supporting responsible access to fossil resources. Responsibilities include managing the BC Fossil Management System, issuing research permits, and working closely with researchers, industry, and communities to preserve fossils for their scientific, educational, and cultural value. As the only role of its kind in the province, it offers a meaningful way to shape fossil stewardship on a provincial and national scale.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Registered, or immediately eligible for registration (within six (6) months of employment), as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), or, as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
- Degree in the natural resource field or equivalent as recognized by the relevant association.
- Preference may be given to candidates with a Master’s Degree in Biology, Geology, or a related discipline with a focus on palaeontology.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
- Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience related to fossil management, paleontology, and/or lands and natural resource management.
- Experience developing or applying policy, procedures or legislation related to fossil, natural resource, or heritage management.
- Experience conducting site assessment and work related to paleontology and geology.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Genevieve.Weber@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Amendment July 4th, 2025: posting closing date extended to July 25th, 2025.
Amendment June 27th, 2025: posting closing date extended to July 18th, 2025.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available in Victoria.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Victoria.
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.
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 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 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 allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.
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 (within six (6) months of employment), as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), or, as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.) with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
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