• Job Description

  Req#: 10682120

  A great opportunity to take the next step in your career
  
  BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (FOR). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province’s annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization. Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia’s public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.
  
  A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.
  
  To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website.
  
  The Business Area GIS Team Lead works within the business area managing local GIS staff and providing expert advice to local management, technical and professional staff as well as stakeholders, First Nations and industry clients on the use and interpretation of corporate data set(s) to maximize the potential of GIS and related geospatial and information technologies in support of business area objectives.
  
  Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests.
  
  Job Requirements:
  • Diploma or degree in geographic information systems, resource management, geography or computer science or related area, or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience developing and managing large spatial and attribute data sets using database management tools and applications.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience developing methodologies and performing custom geo-spatial data modelling and complex analysis and interpretations.
  
  Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
  • Minimum of two years of experience providing GIS related training.
  • Operational forestry specific experience conducting advanced GIS functions.
  • Beginner to Intermediate level of Project Management knowledge.
  • Working experience with BC Timber Sales.
  • Demonstrated experience automating or scripting solutions for repetitive tasks (using tools such as Python, Model Builder, FME).
  • Over five years of forest management experience and one year of implementing/configuring/testing forest management software application.
  • Supervision experience.
  
  Provisos:
  • Must have and maintain a valid BC driver's licence.
  • Must be willing to travel with occasional overnighting for provincial/regional/local meetings.
  • Willing and able to complete training required to maintain currency in GIS skills and abilities.
  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Slavik.Nastasyev@gov.bc.ca.
  
  About this Position:
  This is a temporary opportunity until May 4, 2024. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
  Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
  This position supports GIS work within the Chinook business area (Powell River, Chilliwack, Squamish, Daajing Giids) and can be based in any of the following BC Timber Sales offices: Burns Lake, Campbell River, Chilliwack, Dawson Creek, Fort St James, Fort St John, Hazelton, Kamloops, Mackenzie, Nelson, Port McNeill, Powell River, Prince George, Quesnel, Squamish, Terrace, Vanderhoof, Vernon, Victoria, or Williams Lake.
  An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
  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 Time on the closing date of the competition.

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