Influence and engage in complex natural resource initiatives related environmental protection

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy is responsible for the protection, management and conservation of BC’s water, land, air and living resources. The Ministry’s Environmental Protection Division works to protect human and environmental health. The Division’s main goals are to improve air quality; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; improve surface and ground water quality, including drinking water sources; re-develop a provincial plan for reducing and removing toxins and waste that contaminate the land, air and water - and for responding to high-risk environmental emergencies; and, enhance environmental stewardship, shared with other partners and stakeholders.

The Senior Environmental Protection Officer protects the environment by providing authoritative and professional advice to others on the Environmental Management Act and the management of industrial, municipal, agricultural, point and non-point source wastes and hazardous materials. This role leads regional and area-based Environmental Protection planning, developing systematic approaches, policies and regulations, and manages authorizations of high-risk, complex and unique sites/situations in the region, conducting source monitoring to study impacts of toxins and wastes to lead compliance, continuous improvement and effective management of waste discharges into the environment.

If you are dedicated to environmental stewardship, values and issues and are seeking a rewarding role in a fast-paced, client focused environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Requirements:

• Registered in good standing, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to EGBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Master’s Degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field and three years related experience; OR,
• Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Engineering Degree with at least five (5) years of related experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 (or equivalent) Driver’s Licence.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience related to environmental protection and industrial and municipal waste management, such as:
  • Experience with reduction, recycling, treatment and disposal technologies.
  • Experience conducting environmental monitoring, assessments and reporting related to waste discharges.
  • Experience with environmental planning processes such as Waste Management Planning.
  • Experience with hazardous material spill response, hazardous waste and contaminated sites.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience working in the mining industry.
• Experience with regulatory administration of waste management discharges to the environment.
• Experience in liaison with environmental regulatory agencies.
• Experience with the interpretation and application of the Environmental Management Act.
• Experience with Area Management Planning, the conduct of industrial/sector audits and the development and application of risk assessment and socio-economic analyses.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Erin.Rainey@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be based in a Natural Resource Sector office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
Please refer to MyHR for more information about Recruitment and Retention Adjustments.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
The recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.

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 who 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.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to EGBC within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

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.

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 Time on the closing date of the competition.