STO R24- Area Supervisor

The Team
As part of the Liard Area team in the Omineca Peace Region (Peace Section), you’ll be joining a dedicated and collaborative group of Rangers who are passionate about protecting some of the province’s most stunning natural areas, including Liard River Hot Springs, Muncho Lake, and Stone Mountain Parks. The team values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect, and is committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone can contribute their strengths to support conservation and outdoor recreation.

The Role
As the Liard Area Supervisor, you’ll take on a meaningful leadership role that supports the care and management of front and backcountry parks, protected areas, and ecological reserves. Your work will be varied and rewarding-ranging from conservation, public safety and facilities maintenance, to building relationships with communities, partners, and Indigenous peoples through reconciliation-focused actions. This role offers opportunities for continuous learning and career growth in a supportive environment that values inclusion, diverse experiences, and collaborative leadership.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in natural resource management, outdoor recreation management or a related field (biology, geology, natural resource management, recreational planning, forestry, fisheries, etc.), and three (3) years related experience; or
• Two-year technical diploma in any of the above fields and five (5) years of related experience; or
• Secondary school graduation and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience.

Related experience includes:

1. 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
2. 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
3. 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 any of 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;
• 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).

Mandatory Training & Certification:

• Successful candidates will be required to attend and successfully complete a Provincial Park Ranger Training Program at a location determined by the agency.
• Successful completion of all mandatory and required training determined by the employer.
• Current and WorkSafe BC recognized Occupational First Aid Level Beginner (1), Intermediate (2), or Advanced (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 Enhanced Security Screening, including fingerprint screening.
• Completion of BC Parks Law and Its Administration (BCIT PRKS 1010 or 0010 course).
• 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.
• This course is referred to as PRKS 1010 - BC Parks Law and Its Administration and can be obtained through the BC Institute of Technology (BCIT). Course information can be found at: https://www.bcit.ca/study/courses/prks1010.
• Maintains a current Firearms Possession and Acquisition Licence.
  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 issued by Transport Canada.
  Note: If required, work time will be provided to complete the course and course costs will be reimbursed upon successful completion.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Kerry.Harvey@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one position available. This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
If based out of Fort St. John, regular travel to Fort Nelson will be required.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter 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 start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

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.