STO-RE 18R - Senior Park Ranger

The Team:
BC Parks is dedicated to managing one of the largest park and protected area systems in North America. With over 14 million hectares and more than 1,000 provincial parks under its care, our team works to protect diverse natural and cultural values while offering exceptional outdoor recreation opportunities. Each region plays a vital role in ensuring these areas are well-maintained and accessible for everyone to enjoy. Learn more at BC Parks.

The Role:
The Senior Park Ranger is the primary on-the-ground representative for BC Parks, serving as the front-line contact for visitors while delivering and supporting a wide range of park programs. This role encompasses natural and cultural resource management, facility maintenance, compliance and enforcement, public safety, and emergency response. Depending on operational needs, the Senior Park Ranger may also involve supervising staff and volunteers, managing projects and contracts, and contributing to park and recreation management planning. Check out the attached Area Information Sheets for more information about the current positions for Cape Scott and the South Central Coast.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in Natural Resource Management (e.g. recreation planning and/or management, biology, geology, natural resource management, forestry, fisheries, etc., geography, environmental studies, etc.) and six (6) months’ experience or Outdoor Recreation Management related degree and six (6) months’ directly related experience; or
• Completed related degree or two (2) year diploma in Outdoor Recreation Management or a Natural Resource Management related field (related field may include: biology, geology, geography, recreational planning, outdoor recreation, forestry, fisheries, anthropology); and 12 months’ related experience; or
• Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) and two (2) years’ related experience (related experience can include: park system (operations), conservation, outdoor recreation, forestry, any earth sciences, recreation planning, public safety/enforcement).

Related experience includes:

• Experience in natural resource management (such as ecosystem management, fish and/or wildlife management, forestry management, invasive species management, natural resource inventory and research, environmental impact assessment), cultural resource management (such as archaeological or cultural site management, archaeology), First Nation agreement management, and/or parks and protected area management encompassing a broad range of activities and initiatives related to the delivery of recreation and conservation programs and services including recreation facility management, natural resource management, inventory or research, park operations management, and/or compliance and enforcement; and/or,
• Experience in outdoor recreation management (such as outdoor recreation planning, outdoor recreation facility development, operation and/or maintenance of outdoor recreations facilities, outdoor recreation service delivery); and/or,
• Experience in compliance and enforcement related to natural resource or recreation management.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience in compliance and enforcement.
• Experience in procurement, contract/contractor and budget management.
• Experience in human resource management including supervision and recruitment.

Please refer to the attached job profile for additional information, such as working conditions and special requirements (required courses and certifications).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Wade.Anderson@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are currently two (2) permanent, full time positions available in Port McNeill.
One position is assigned to the Cape Scott Area, the other position is assigned to the South Central Coast Area.
Port McNeill receives a $47.18 bi-weekly isolation allowance.
These positions are field-based and have full time on site requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Port McNeill.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

A warm and welcoming community, Port McNeill is a family-friendly town offering affordable housing and access to a wealth of outdoor adventures at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. It is located on the rich and vibrant territory of the Kwakwaka'wakw Peoples. Explore San Josef Bay, one of the world’s top 50 beaches, or enjoy the local ski hill, Mount Cain. With abundant wildlife, the area is a paradise for nature lovers and those who enjoy storm watching. Port McNeill is a coastal jewel surrounded by stunning landscapes and is a gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest.

How to Apply:
Your resume must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.