STO-RE 24R - Environmental Emergency Response Officer

Posting Title
STO-RE 24R - Environmental Emergency Response Officer

Position Classification
Scientific/Tech Off R24 - Res

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
5/14/2024

Job Type
Temporary (Auxiliary)

Temporary End Date
3/31/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy

Ministry Branch / Division
Environmental Emergency Branch

Job Summary

An opportunity to contribute your valued expertise in Environmental Emergency Response or Environmental Management

The Environmental Emergency Program mandate is to plan, coordinate, implement and manage a program to protect the human health and environment in the event of an environmental emergency or disaster. This is achieved through the administration of the Environmental Management Act and supporting spill regulations. The province receives between 5000 - 6000 spill calls a year through the provincial spill reporting hotline. As a technical expert in hazardous materials, the EERO's primary role is to determine how to manage, coordinate or respond to these spills.

The Environmental Emergency Response Officer's (EERO) main focus is to protect the environment and the public by effectively managing hazardous material spill responses, hazardous wastes and industrial/municipal discharges. This is achieved through the administration and enforcement of the Environmental Management Act and supporting Regulations including the Spill Reporting Regulation, the Cost Recovery Regulation, the Hazardous Waste Regulation and the Contaminated Sites Regulation.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in the natural resource field (including chemistry, biology, earth sciences, environmental engineering, environmental protection) and / or emergency management /spill response plus 2 years related experienceOR
• Diploma, or equivalent in the natural resource field (including chemistry, biology, earth sciences, environmental engineering, environmental protection) and / or emergency management /spill response plus 3 years related experienceOR
• Grade 12 with core grade 11/12 courses in the science and applied science focus areas plus a combination of 5 years related experience in the natural resource and / or emergency management /spill response fields such as on the job training within industry, government or other.

Experience includes:

• Environmental emergency response including attending or responding to hazardous materials spills, assessing spill related hazards or threats to health or the environment, determining if spill response actions are necessary to address hazards or threats, and monitoring or supervising spill response actions.
• Environmental protection and pollution prevention including assessing environmental impacts or pollution associated with discharges of waste to the environment and characterizing and managing hazardous materials related wastes and hazardous wastes.
• Experience in emergency management (hazmat emergency response, spill response, cleanup and remediation, fire suppression activities, transportation of dangerous goods, spill contingency planning, oil spill response).
• Experience in environmental impact assessment from hazardous materials spills

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Degree or diploma in the natural resource management or related field (such as chemistry, biology, or environmental sciences).
• Hazardous Materials Technician certification based upon the requirements of OSHA 1910.120(q) and NFPA 472 standard
• Advanced Hazmat Specialist certification based upon the requirements of NFPA 472 standard
• Incident Command System (ICS) Certification
• Self-Containing Breathing Apparatus Certification (SCBA)
• Use of Personnel Protection Equipment
• Hazardous materials handling, transport and disposal technologies
• Industrial processes and associated hazards
• Hazardous materials classifications and properties and their behaviour when released to the environment, potential reactions and incompatibilities;
• Applicable legislation, regulations, policies and procedures and related standards and criteria;
• Chemistry, geology, environmental science and waste management;
• Contracting, administration, budgeting and accounting;
• Site characterization, monitoring and remediation procedures and processes;
• Spill response safety and planning
• Spill response certifications (i.e oil spill response, hazardous materials, in-situ burning etc.)
• Hazardous Materials Handling including TDG and WHIMIS certification
• Oil Spill Control training and equipment use
• Legal Sampling and Enforcement
• Level 1 First Aid

Provisos

• Must be willing and able:
  • to travel anywhere within the province.
  • to travel out-of-province and country for training
  • to hold a valid passport.
  • to work irregular hours to respond to spills
  • to represent the program at public meetings and events (as per Collective Agreement)
• Must hold and maintain a valid B.C. Class 5 Driver's License.
• Must be Hazmat Technician Certified within 1 year of being hired (Note:Upon employment, cost of training and accommodation is covered by the Ministry)

For questions regarding this position, please contact darcy.sego@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

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.

1 position available: 1 temporary appointment

An eligibility list for temporary and permanent positions may be established.

Position is located in: Nanaimo or Victoria

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.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list 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. Resume may not be used for shortlisting applicants

Questionnaire (COMPREHENSIVE): YES- As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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.

Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information

Category

Government