BAND 4 - District Manager

Posting Title
BAND 4 - District Manager

Position Classification
Band 4

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$102,900.00 - $136,700.11 annually

Close Date
5/7/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Regional Operations - Cascades District

Job Summary

Bring your leadership skills and commitment to excellence in sustainable forest management

The Ministry of Forests is responsible for the stewardship of provincial Crown land and ensures the sustainable management of forest, wildlife, water and other land-based resources. The Ministry manages these resources in a manner that embraces economic, environmental and social goals of government.

The District Manager is an integral part of the Regional Management Team, composed of Directors, District Managers and BC Timber Sales Managers, reporting to the Regional Executive Director (RED). In this capacity, the position serves regional and provincial priorities and goals and provincial initiatives in delivering an integrated approach in provincial land management, responsible for stewardship of provincial Crown land, cultural and natural resources, authorizations and for maintaining and supporting BC's Market Pricing System.

This role leads initiatives that cut across the natural resource sector. As such, the successful candidate requires excellent cultural awareness, problem solving, communication and change management skills with the ability to exercise a high degree of judgement in an environment of constant change, business transformation and shifting roles and responsibilities. Conflict resolution and issues mediation skills are also an important component of the position to successfully address and balance competing priorities within and external to government.

If you are looking for a dynamic leadership opportunity in the natural resource sector, we look forward to receiving your application.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a discipline related to, natural resources, and a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in resource management or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with Indigenous communities and facilitating First Nations consultations and/or negotiations.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience leading and coaching diverse teams in a management capacity.
• Experience in a senior level leading initiatives of large scale and complexity that have multiple delivery components.
• Experience in creation and implementation of change management.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders.

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

• Experience in negotiating and resolving conflicts resulting from statutory or resource authorizations.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a management capacity dealing with politically sensitive and significant issues and developing policy, procedures and corporate practices.
• Registered in BC with a related professional designation, i.e.: Registered Professional Forester (RPF), Registered Forest Technologist (RFT), Professional Engineer or Geoscientist (P.Eng./P.Geo.), Professional Agrologist (PAg) or Professional Biologist (RPBio).

Willingness Statements:

• This position requires you to have a valid FULL BC driver's licence (minimum class 5), or an equivalent class driver's licence from another province or jurisdiction.
• May be required to work irregular hours and at times, in remote locations, travel frequently and be on- call for operational emergencies.
• Frequent travel may be required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Pam.Shumka@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available in Merritt.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) 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 in Merritt.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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. 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.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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.

Job Category
Leadership and Management, Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics

Category

Management and Executive