Woodlands Manager

Ministry of Forests
Dawson Creek, Fort St. John (Hybrid)

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.

Woodlands Manager

$88,700.23 – $125,700.07 annually

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests. 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. To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website and video.

The Woodlands Manager identifies the necessary resources for the achievement of operational objectives, and issues and administers Timber Sale Licenses. The Woodlands Manager is responsible for implementing forestry and business practices reflective of the private sector to provide benchmark information for provincial timber pricing. The role ensures resource management practices are performed and evaluated in accordance with operational and higher-level land use plans, legislative requirements and forestry certification standards.

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.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service, please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service – Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

Qualifications for this role include:

• At least five (5) years of program and related forestry experience and a university degree or diploma in a field related to forestry or resource management or a forestry related professional designation (e.g., RPF, RFT).
• Experience developing, managing and delivering resource management programs.
• Experience in program administration including allocating resources, leading & coaching diverse teams, supervising staff, strategic business planning and procurement and financial management.
• 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.

For more information and to apply online by July 14th, 2024, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/114095