STO 21R - Aggregate Resource Specialist

Aggregate Resource Specialist
Scientific Technical Officer R21

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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The main purpose of the Geotechnical Engineering Section is to provide support, technical and management expertise for highway planning, embankment and slope stability assessment, foundation design, geological hazards, aggregate resource management and, development of standards, specifications and procedures for geotechnical investigation, design and construction monitoring. The function of the Aggregate Management Program is to encourage the wise management of provincial aggregate resources and to assure the current and future availability of economical sources of aggregates. The Aggregate Management Program includes all aspects of planning, management, land referrals, and reclamation of gravel pits and rock quarries.

Under the limited administrative direction of the Aggregate Resource Manager, the primary purpose of this position is to assist in the planning, direction and management of the aggregate management program and to provide expert advice to regional, district and headquarters staff, including other agencies, ministries and private organizations.

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For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Brittany.Meierhofer@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 Standard 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 and experience as outlined below:

• Related College or Technical School diploma and four (4) years of experience in an associated field of science such as resource management and geotechnology; or grade 12 and seven (7) years of experience in resource management and geotechnology.
• Demonstrated experience in business planning, project management, negotiation and contract administration.
• Must have a valid B.C. Driver’s License or equivalent.

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:

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.