STO 24R - Area Supervisor - Stikine Area

Job Summary

The Team
The Stikine Team, part of the Skeena East Section in the North Coast Skeena Region, is an experienced and dedicated group based in Dease Lake. The team manages a range of front and backcountry parks, protected areas, and ecological reserves, ensuring world-class conservation and recreation opportunities.

The Role
The Stikine Area Supervisor role offers an exciting opportunity to lead park management efforts, overseeing conservation projects, public safety, and facility maintenance. The position supports iconic parks like Spatsizi Wilderness and Mount Edziza, fostering partnerships with Indigenous communities and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

• Completed related degree or 2-year diploma in an Outdoor Recreation Management or a Natural Resource Management related field (related field may include: Biology, Geology, Geography, Recreational Planning, Outdoor Recreation, Forestry, Fisheries, Anthropology); OR,
• Secondary school graduation (or equivalent) and 4 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.

In addition to candidates meeting the above education and experience, preference may also be given to applicants with experience in the following areas:

• Parks and protected area management encompassing a broad range of activities and initiatives related to the delivery of recreation and conservation programs and services;
• Compliance and Enforcement related to natural resource, cultural resource, or recreation management (such as enforcement of the Park Act, Wildlife Act, etc.) or development of compliance and enforcement plans to deal with non-compliance);
• Advanced negotiation experience including mediation and conflict resolution;
• Budget management (budget development, allocation, monitoring and control)
• Contract management (contract planning, tendering, award, monitoring, and evaluation);
• Human resource management (recruiting, hiring, training and supervising staff, volunteers, or project managers in program delivery).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Mandatory Training & Certification:

• Current and WorkSafe BC recognized Occupational First Aid Level 1, 2 or 3 Certificate.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent from another Canadian Province; a BC Class 7L/7N, or other learner’s permit, are not considered equivalent).
• Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check and Enhanced Security Screening, including fingerprint screening immediately upon successful offer.
• Completion of BC Parks Law and Its Administration (BCIT PRKS 1010 or 0010 course). This course can be obtained through the BC Institute of Technology (BCIT). Course information can be found at: https://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/prks1010. *Note: if you have already successfully completed the BCIT PRKS 3110/3120 courses, BCIT course 1010 is not required. Successful candidates will have up to 3 months from date of hire to successfully complete this course. If required, work time will be provided to complete the course and course costs will be reimbursed upon successful completion.
• Maintains a current Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence [PAL] *Note: If required, work time will be provided to complete the course and course costs will be reimbursed upon successful completion.
• Possesses a Pleasure Craft Operator Card or higher marine certification issued by Transport Canada
• Successful candidates will be required to attend a Provincial training bootcamp at Manning Park in April and May.

Willingness Statements:

The Area Supervisor position is critical to the day to day management of the provincial parks and ecological reserves of BC. The diversity of this job requires that it is in your best interest to be aware of and willing to work in the following situations:

• Adhere to the Park Ranger Conduct Policy, Employee Oath of Employment and the Government standards of conduct.
• Work as a team player in a fast paced and proactive yet political environment.
• Act and speak as a representative of the ministry at public functions, some of which may be with hostile audiences, in the evening or on weekends.
• Deal with potentially hostile, aggressive or intoxicated people, while working alone in isolated locations.
• Deal with representatives of diverse cultures.
• Deal with critics of government programs.
• Close facilities when potentially dangerous wildlife is present and be able to justify to the public.
• Operate 4 wheel drive, all-terrain vehicles and boats in all climatic conditions.
• Work in offices doing administrative work, preparing reports and answering public inquiries.
• Work under strict budgetary restraints which may restrict the ability to respond to issues or complete planned programs.
• Work alone with minimal direct contact with supervisor and colleagues.
• Work in extreme all season weather conditions and camp and travel (sometimes extensively) in wilderness/isolated locations.
• Travel for regional and/or provincial meetings is also required.
• Wear a uniform and meet dress standards.
• Work irregular shifts, evenings, weekends and some statutory holidays.

For questions regarding this position, please contact David.R.Brown@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Housing is provided, as a taxable benefit, with this posting. For further information please contact the hiring manager
One permanent Position is currently available in Dease Lake.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies for Dease Lake.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Dease Lake: Only a few hours from the Yukon border, Dease Lake is a community that enjoys fishing and boating. Surrounding Dease Lake are scenic provincial parks, such as Boya Lake and Kinaskan Lake, which offer sandy beaches and a perfect environment for kayaking and canoeing.

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How to Apply:

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

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 - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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