• Job Description

  Req#: 10643713

  An opportunity to apply your exceptional leadership, organizational and prioritization skills.
  
  The Environmental Assessment Office (EAO) is a dynamic workplace with a talented, team-oriented staff and a mandate that includes working on some of the largest resource development projects in Canada. The EAO is a stand-alone, neutrally administered regulator that undertakes rigorous, thorough reviews of major projects in British Columbia. These reviews require active engagement by EAO staff with Indigenous groups, government agencies and the public to administer environmental assessments (EA). The work of the EAO is central to Indigenous reconciliation, sustainability and the economy by ensuring environmental, economic, social, health, and cultural effects from proposed major projects are understood and managed in the regulatory process. The EAO maintains a comprehensive compliance and enforcement program and coordinates compliance management with other government agencies to ensure projects are built and operating as required. The EAO also has in-house policy and information technology professionals to support administration of the regulatory and compliance management activities. The EAO values teamwork and collaboration, and works hard to support staff growth and development.
  
  The Project Assessment Director (PAD) works within an environment where clarity, accuracy, and responsiveness to change are of critical importance. Matters of legislation, jurisdiction, government policy, the principles of reconciliation and other competing interests are at the heart of this work as it pertains to the effects of major project development proposals on the human and natural environment. The PAD has significant accountability to work collaboratively with Indigenous Groups, proponents, stakeholders and senior government officials to proactively lead projects and seek to understand and resolve issues in consultation with multiple interests. These positions may work on projects undergoing EAs in response to BC Hydro’s call for power.
  
  The EAO is committed to providing an inclusive work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of this process, please advise us at the contact information below. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
  
  To learn more about what we do at the Environmental Assessment Office watch this short video: https://youtu.be/NyWbf8XdP-s.
  
  Job Requirements:
  Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher related to the Natural Resource and/or the Environmental Sector, in Public/Business Administration, or in Law or Economics, plus 3 years’ *related experience; OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and management experience may be considered
    

  *Related experience must include at least five of the following:

  • Experience in project management to manage teams while using leadership and consensus building skills.
  • Experience in designing, developing, organizing, and facilitating multiparty consultation processes.
  • Experience building agreements, partnerships and relationships with Indigenous nations.
  • Experience with environmental assessment principles including consultation, issue identification and resolution, management strategies and negotiation facilitation.
  • Experience with providing advice and options to senior officials on complex, time sensitive matters.
  • Experience leading, coaching and mentoring staff.
  • Experience managing complex, high profile and controversial projects with multiple parties.
    

  Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

  • Experience with discharging the Crown's duty to consult and appropriately accommodate Indigenous nations.
  • Experience in conflict resolution.
  • Experience in participating in or leading significant permitting processes on major projects.
  • Experience in the job requirements in the Natural Resource Sector.
  • Applicants who identify as Black, Indigenous or a person of colour (BIPOC), people who identify as LGBTQ2S+ and/or people with disabilities.

  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Chrystal.Fenton@gov.bc.ca.
  
  About this Position:
  2 Positions available. 1 permanent opportunity and 1 temporary opportunity until January 2025.
  These positions can be based in any Natural Resource Ministries office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
  Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement..
  An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
  These positions are excluded from union membership.
  Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
  
  Working for the BC Public Service:
  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.
  
  The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
  
  With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career. Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer.
  
  How to Apply:
  Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
  
  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.
  
  Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
  
  Additional Information:
  A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
  
  Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
  
  Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

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