Senior Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist (Aquatic Ecosystems Team Lead)

Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
Cranbrook, Nelson

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.

Senior Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist (Aquatic Ecosystems Team Lead)
$80,652.20 – $91,992.70 annually plus 3.3% Temporary Market Adjustment

The Land Use Policy, Planning and Ecosystems Division works in partnership with Indigenous governments to modernize land use planning with community, stakeholder, and public input including operating and expanding Indigenous forums and working with First Nations on collaborative stewardship of natural resources and monitoring of cumulative effects.

The Senior Aquatic Ecosystems Biologist leads and supports aquatic ecosystem staff and manages financial resources for aquatic ecosystem stewardship in the region. The position leads aquatic ecosystems initiatives which may include planning and objective-setting, legal habitat protection designations, aquatic habitat restoration projects, aquatic species at risk recovery, authorisations/referrals, Cumulative Effects assessments, and effectiveness monitoring.

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:

• Ph.D. in biological sciences or related field AND a minimum of two (2) years of related experience*, OR
• Master’s degree in biological sciences or related field AND a minimum of four (4) years of related experience*; OR,
• Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or related field AND a minimum of six (6) years related experience.
• Registered (or immediately eligible**) as a Registered Professional Biologist (RP Bio) in B.C. with the College of Applied Biology. Note: Immediately eligible** is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the CAB within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be confirmed. If you are not currently registered, advise how you have confirmed with the CAB that you are immediately eligible.

For a complete list of qualifications, more information and to apply online by April 25, 2023, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/98340