Land and Resource Specialist

Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship
Cranbrook, Nelson (Hybrid)

This position is also posted as a Scientific/Technical Officer (Resource) 27 under REQ 116232.

Land and Resource Specialist
$77,718.46 – $99,452.15 annually

The Strategic Initiatives team is a motivating and supportive group of four that works closely with First Nations, local governments and other partners to create meaningful solutions. We value collaboration, creativity and the strong relationships we build within our team and the communities we serve.

As the Land and Resource Specialist, you’ll coordinate regional priorities across provincial ministries and develop partnerships and agreements with First Nations. This position supports critical initiatives like drought response, modernized land use planning, recreation management and forest management. This is a great opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects that support the well-being of local communities while promoting inclusivity and collaboration with a range of partners. For more insights, check out the video: “Why Work for the Ministry of Forests and Ministry of Land, Water and Resource Stewardship”

Qualifications for this role include:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area (i.e. Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists). Note: Immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• A Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in a natural resource management related field or an equivalent combination of education/training,
• Five (5) or more years’ experience working in a natural resource discipline.
• Experience managing natural resource management projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multi-disciplinary/multiple partner projects in which innovative solutions were implemented to solve a unique or complex natural resource management problem.
• Demonstrated experience related to First Nations engagement, collaboration and relationship building.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.

For more information and to apply online by October 6, 2024, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/115494