Sr. Licensed Authorization Off

Senior Licensed Authorization Specialist
Licensed Scientific Officer 3

Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent positions
This is a Temporary Appointment until December 31, 2022
This position is also posted as an STO 27 under REQ 80087

Reporting to a Section Head, the Senior Licenced Authorizations Specialist provides specialist services in evaluating Aquaculture applications, ensuring that legislative requirements are met, and First Nation information sharing, engagement and consultation is complete. This position supervises professional and technical staff. This position is responsible for making natural resource authorizations decisions and recommendations on complex applications or against complex legislation and regulations.

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 advice and guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview for this opportunity, we invite applicants to connect with the Indigenous Applicant Advisor Amanda by email: IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or by phone: 778-698-1336.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact jessica.outhwaite@gov.bc.ca . DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your 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.

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education, experience and professional designation requirement as outlined below:

• Professional Designation: Registered, or immediately eligible* for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area. (i.e., Association of Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia)).
  • Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a professional in another Canadian jurisdiction referred to above, and able to transfer that membership to a BC professional association within 6 months of employment. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have their qualifications reviewed by the appropriate body to ensure they have the necessary requirements for registration.
• Degree in a natural resource field or related field.
• Comprehensive experience (field/office) working in resource management.
• Experience with First Nation consultation and information sharing.
• Experience in negotiating and consulting with stakeholders in natural resource management.

Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service which may include a Criminal records check, and/or Criminal records Review Act (CCRA) check and/or enhanced screening checks as required by the Ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

Preference may be given for two or more years of experience, in the past 5 years, in one or more of the following:

• Directly supervising and leading teams.
• Submitting, reviewing or processing Aquaculture lands authorizations including new and replacement Lands Act authorizations.
• Working experience with interpretation of natural resource legislation including the Lands Act.
  

Proviso’s

• Valid B.C. driver’s license
• Meet safety standards of WorkSafe BC
• Conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air (fixed and rotary wing) or foot,
• Overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions
• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
  

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. Registered, or immediately eligible* for registration, as a fully licensed professional with the British Columbia professional association as required by the specialty area. (i.e., Association of Forest Professionals, Institute of Agrologists, Engineers and Geoscientists BC (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia)).

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.