Biologist R24 - Ecosystems Biologist – Closing date extended

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The Land Use Planning and Cumulative Effects (LUPCE) Division is responsible for leading BC’s land stewardship strategies, supported by science and knowledge, that promote and guide the province’s goals for reconciliation with Indigenous Nations, ecosystem health and biodiversity, conservation of wildlife and habitat and economic diversity and sustainability. The Ecosystems Biologist supports collaborative stewardship through the development and implementation of regional mitigation, conservation, and enhancement projects in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.

Job Requirements:

Education
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in biological sciences or related field and a minimum of 4 years of related experience*, OR
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience* may be considered, AND.
• Registered (or immediately eligible**) as a Registered Professional Biologist (RP Bio) in B.C. with the College of Applied Biology within 6 months of employment.
**Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the CAB within 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.

*Related experience includes:
• Experience in field-based biological sampling, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience providing advice within a regulatory regime.
• Experience assessing and monitoring natural resources.

Preference may be given to applicants with 1 or more of the following:
• Completion of master’s degree in relevant field of expertise.
• Experience providing advice within a regulatory regime related to terrestrial or aquatic ecosystems management.
• Advanced experience working in a speciality area (e.g., aquatic ecosystems management, conservation lands management, wildlife habitat management).
• Experience leading staff in project or field settings.
• Experience interpreting and applying natural resource management legislation and policy.

Please include your registration number with the College of Applied Biology (CAB) within your application, as you must be registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with CAB. If you are not yet registered with the CAB, please explain how you are immediately eligible (i.e., currently a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction and can immediately transfer to the CAB).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Josie.Symonds@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment May 13, 2024: Posting closing date extended to June 9, 2024.
Currently there is 1 permanent opportunity available.
This position can be worked from the following communities: Kamloops, or Penticton. Other locations within the Thompson Okanagan Region may be considered dependent on available space.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities.
The recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.

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.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Biologist (RPBio) with the BC College of Applied Biology. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the CAB. 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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 Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.