Ministry of Forests
Dawson Creek, Fort St John, Prince George (Hybrid)
There are two (2) positions currently available. These positions can be based out of any of the locations listed above. Flexible work options are available; these positions may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for these positions, but at a lower classification.
Planning Forester
$69,969.42 - $89,774.32 annually
BC Timber Sales (BCTS) works collaboratively with regional and district operations to plan, develop, and auction the province’s annual available timber volume. A career path in BCTS offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Employees can impact public and private forests, communities, the economy, and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.
The Planning Forester analyzes and produces a wide range of data to develop integrated resource and operational plans, primarily the Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) and operating plans. The position develops and implements results and strategies to meet the FSP and ensures planning components meet legislative, operating, and certification requirements. The position provides functional direction to field team professionals and technicians with expertise in timber development, harvesting, engineering, and silviculture. The position builds and maintains relationships with Indigenous Peoples, resource stakeholders, ministry, and industry contacts.
Explore the value of working with our team: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.
Qualifications for this role include:
• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) and two (2) years of experience in operational field forestry activities.
• Operational field forestry activities include the following:
o Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
o Cut-block development
o Forest road engineering
o Silviculture
o Timber tenure development and administration
o Planning integrated resource management
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.
For more information and to apply online by July 1, 2024, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/113643