BIO 24R - Resource Information Specialist

Resource Information Specialist
Biologist 24

Currently there is one permanent opportunity available in Prince George.
An eligibility list for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities in the following locations: Smithers, Kamloops, Nelson, Surrey, Nanaimo, and Prince George.
Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

An excellent senior opportunity for a dedicated professional

British Columbia’s water, land, air, and plant and animal life are among the most abundant and diverse in all of Canada, and provide British Columbians with a plethora of valuable economic and social benefits. The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy is responsible for encouraging and maintaining the effective protection, management and conservation of B.C.’s water, land, air and living resources. It administers the province’s parks and protected areas, and monitors and enforces compliance with environmental laws and regulations. It is also responsible for providing leadership to minimize the effects of climate change and ensuring that British Columbians and industry are prepared to adapt to the effects of a changing climate.

Knowledge Management Branch (KMB) is a corporate, service-driven unit responsible for the stewardship of environmental knowledge that supports natural resource management, and effective and integrated decision making. We provide information and knowledge assets and reports through five main functions and outcomes: Data, Information and Knowledge Acquisition and Management - Relevant, comprehensive and timely scientific data and information assets are acquired, managed and maintained; Methods, Standards and Protocols - The quality, consistency, comparability, reliability and applicability of data and information holdings are increased; Meaning Making - Data and information from multiple sources are linked, integrated and synthesized to create knowledge; Partnering and Collaboration - Partnerships and collaboration enhances learning and increase the capacity to acquire data and information assets and create knowledge; and, Information and Knowledge Access - Scientific data, information and knowledge are more accessible and usable.

Ecosystems Information Section is responsible for information services regarding the collection, standardization, management and distribution of a variety of provincial ecosystem data and information for the Natural Resource Sector. This includes fish and wildlife inventory and habitat information, fish passage, terrestrial ecosystems, soils, and terrain information. In addition, the section maintains Ministry of Environment websites, supports designation of Wildlife Habitat Areas and Ungulate Winter Range, and provides Fish and Wildlife inventory and information support from specialists embedded in regional offices.

Reporting to the Director of the Ecosystem Information Section, the Resource Information Specialist is responsible for supporting clients on matters related to fish and wildlife inventory and habitat information, fish passage, terrestrial ecosystems, soils, and terrain information. This position acts as a technical authority for integrated inventory and decision support projects, providing expertise on the collection, capture and application of aquatic and terrestrial information, including any associated data limitations and risks. Acting on behalf of the provincial data custodian, and in support of Open Data and Information policy and initiatives, this position provides critical regionally focused natural resource decision-making support through the capture, storage and dissemination of fish, wildlife and ecosystems information.

Prince George is the largest city in Northern British Columbia, and boasts a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment, including the Prince George Symphony Orchestra. Prince George is also located next to several provincial parks, which provide camping and boating amenities.

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.

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.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Corey.Erwin@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE:Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

• Related experience must include but is not limited to the following:
• Experience in fish, wildlife and ecosystems inventory for the purposes of documenting distribution and quantifying abundance.
• Experience in the management of complex digital fish, wildlife and ecosystems information and the use of analytical tools, including GIS for portraying and interpreting the information.
• Experience in the application of fish, wildlife and ecosystem related information in land use or management initiatives.
• Considerable demonstrated experience in dealing with public and private sector officials, professionals, contractors, and interest groups with conflicting interests and expectations.

Please include your registration number with the College of Applied Biology (CAB) within your application, as you must be registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with CAB. If you are not yet registered with the CAB, please explain how you are immediately eligible (i.e. currently a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction and can immediately transfer to the CAB).

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 in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Biologist (RPBio) with the BC College of Applied Biology. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the CAB. 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 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 (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.

IMPORTANT:Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.