Summary
Description
The Team
At BC Timber Sales in the Skeena Business Area, you’ll join an experienced team of 30 forestry professionals dedicated to sustainable forest management and climate change leadership. Our teams work together to ensure the health of British Columbia’s forests, while supporting rural economies through sustainable practices that provide thousands of jobs. We take pride in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where diverse perspectives thrive, with a strong focus on professional and career development guided by experienced leadership. Explore the opportunities that working for the Skeena Business Area can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests. To find out more about our program check out our video.
The Role:
As the Certification Standards Officer (CSO), you’ll drive the success of our forest certification and safety systems, directly ensuring our program can continue to operate and deliver timber to market. As the main contact for audits and compliance, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our practices. This is a unique opportunity to share your expertise, guide teams on safety, and develop meaningful solutions, all while growing professionally in a supportive, collaborative environment that values your input and leadership.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Graduation from an approved technical institute with a diploma or a degree in resource or forestry management and three (3) years of experience in one (1) or more operational field-forestry activities, OR
- An equivalent combination of education and five (5) years of experience in one (1) or more operational field forestry.
Operational field forestry activities include one (1) or more of the following:
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- Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
- Cut-block development
- Forest road engineering
- Silviculture
- Timber tenure development and administration
- Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as a Registered Forest Technologist or equivalent.
- Experience with Environmental Management Systems, Sustainable Forest Management and Safety Certification Systems.
- 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:
- Experience with auditing forest management activities and processes.
- Three (3) years of experience in one (1) or more operational field-based forestry activity such as timber harvesting monitoring/conformance, cut-block development, forest road engineering, silviculture or timber tenure development and 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 Dominic.Ignas@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Amendment November 14: Posting closing date extended to December 2.
This position can be based out of either of the locations listed above.
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 within the BC Timber Sales Skeena Business Area, Hazelton or Terrace.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
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.
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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 Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with FPBC, or able to transfer a current RFT (or related) membership to FPBC within six (6) months of employment. Applicants who do not meet the RFT requirement may be considered at a lower classification, subject to having their Trainee Forest Technologist (TFT), Allied Science Trainee Forest Technologist (ASTFT), or related designation and are eligible to achieve their RFT (or greater) designation within six (6) months of employment. 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 – 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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