Summary

Apply your expertise and passion for innovation to this rewarding career opportunity The Ministry of Forests is responsible for the stewardship of provincial Crown land and ensures the sustainable management of forest, wildlife, water and other land-based resources. The Ministry works with Indigenous and rural communities to strengthen and diversify their economies. This position will create digital, graphic and descriptive products to support resource planning through the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).  Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.   Job Requirements: Diploma in geographic information systems (GIS) or eq

Description

Apply your expertise and passion for innovation to this rewarding career opportunity

The Ministry of Forests is responsible for the stewardship of provincial Crown land and ensures the sustainable management of forest, wildlife, water and other land-based resources. The Ministry works with Indigenous and rural communities to strengthen and diversify their economies.

This position will create digital, graphic and descriptive products to support resource planning through the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS). 

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.
 

Job Requirements:

  • Diploma in geographic information systems (GIS) or equivalent.
  • Experience capturing, converting, creating, editing and maintaining digital information in a GIS environment.
  • Experience creating a variety of digital, geographical and descriptive products including thematic maps, terrain models and associated descriptive statistics.
     

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

  • ESRI Desktop GIS software
  • ArcPro and/or ArcGIS Online
  • Python, SQL, and/or Web mapping applications
  • Relational databases and/or Microsoft Access
  • Open-Source software (e.g., QGIS or R)
     

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kelly.Krawchuk@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

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.

This position can be based in any Ministry of Forests office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

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.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting. 

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

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