• Job Description

  Req#: 10910411

  
  Influence and engage in complex natural resource initiatives

  The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy mitigates and manages the risks and consequences from climate change, including developing plans to set and meet carbon pollution reduction targets and also oversees provincial government assessment.

  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. Additionally, this position 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. The Senior Environmental Protection Officer position provides authoritative technical and policy advice to ministry staff, elected officials, industry and municipal executives, other agencies and the public on controversial or complex waste management issues.
  
  Job Requirements:

  • A Master of Science Degree or higher in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences plus three (3) years of related experience; OR,
  • A Bachelor of Science Degree in Environmental Management, Applied Science or Natural Sciences plus five (5) years of related experience.
  • Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrology (BCIA), OR, as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.

  
  Related experience must include all of the following:

  • Experience related to environmental protection and industrial and/or municipal waste management in at least two (2) of the four (4) aspects below:
    • 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, special waste and contaminated sites
      
  • Experience using computer software, including word processing (MS Word), spreadsheet (MS Excel) and database management.
  • Experience working with multiple projects or assignments.
  • Experience in negotiations with staff and/or clients from diverse backgrounds.

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

  • 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 in wastewater management.

  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Taylor.Strosher@gov.bc.ca.
  
  About this Position:
  One (1) permanent, full time position is currently 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.
  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.
  An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
  
  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 Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), OR, as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geoscientist with Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia (EGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is 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.
  

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