Silviculture Extension Specialist Job in Prince George, BC

Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development

This position can be performed from any of the following communities: Victoria, Kamloops, Prince George or Williams Lake. Other locations may be considered based on operational requirements and space availability at the time of hire.

Silviculture Extension Specialist
$66,675.12- $83,659.51 annually

This position is also posted as a STO 27R under REQ 73694

The Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development is part of the BC Public Service and is responsible for land and resource management in BC. We ensure the sustainable management of forests, wildlife, water and other land-based resources and work with Indigenous and rural communities to strengthen and diversify economies.

The primary focus of this position will be to provide extension services to support the implementation of appropriate silviculture practices and ensuring linkages between silviculture strategies, related program initiatives and field practices. This position is responsible for providing strategic and operational planning expertise and input for the development and implementation of silviculture strategies to improve short and long term timber supply. This position plays an important role in fostering the ongoing partnership with BC Timber Sales and Forests for Tomorrow such as supporting the development and implementation of BC Timber Sales Innovative Timber Sales Licenses in partnership with Forests for Tomorrow.

Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members, there is an allowance to cover professional fees, strong dental and medical plans and much more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken as taken.

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.

Qualifications for this role include:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Professional with the British Columbia Association of Forest Professionals.
• A minimum 4 years’ forestry experience, preferably in the fields of silviculture planning and operations, with 5 years’ forestry experience being preferred.
• Experience in project/contract management or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project or regional initiative.
• Experience in managing project teams.
• Experience managing relationships with senior level stakeholders.
• Valid B.C. driver’s licence.

We welcome applications from foreign trained and experienced individuals currently living in Canada.

For more information and to apply online by January 20, 2020, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/73693