Forest Technologist

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Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Dawson Creek and Fort St. John

Forest Technologist
$56,032.51 – $63,565.27 annually

 

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages about 20 percent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown timber, generating economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of Crown timber.

BCTS also supports government’s commitment to true, lasting reconciliation with First Nations in BC as we move toward fully adopting and implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website.

The Forest Technologist acts with specialized knowledge and training regarding the practice of professional forestry when performing a wide variety of functions including planning, engineering, timber sales and silviculture activities.

Qualifications for this role include:

 

·         Graduation with a diploma or degree in resource or forestry management.

·         Registered with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) AND a minimum of two years of experience in operational field forestry activities.

OR

·         Enrolled, or eligible for immediate enrollment, with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) as a forest professional in training (TFT, ASTFT, FIT, ASFIT), for the purpose of obtaining an RFT or RPF designation AND a minimum of four years of experience in operational field forestry activities

·         Operational field forestry activities include one or more of the following:

o    Timber harvesting cut-block development.

o    Forest road engineering.

o    Silviculture.

o    Harvest operations.

o    Compliance and enforcement.

·         Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

 

For more information, and to apply online by November 29, 2021, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/82044

Planning Forester

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Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Dawson Creek and Fort St. John

Planning Forester
$61,182.54 – $77,067.27 annually

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages about 20 per cent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown timber, generating economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of Crown timber.

BCTS also supports government’s commitment to true, lasting reconciliation with First Nations in BC as we move toward fully adopting and implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website.

The Planning Forester analyzes and produces a wide range of data to develop integrated resource and operational plans, primarily the Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) and operating plans.  The position develops and implements results and strategies to meet the FSP and ensures planning components meet legislative, operating, and certification requirements.  The position provides functional direction to field team professionals and technicians with expertise in timber development, harvesting, engineering and silviculture.  The position builds and maintains relationships with representatives from Indigenous Peoples, resource stakeholders, Ministry and industry contacts.

 

Qualifications for this role include:

·         A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) and two years of experience in operational field forestry activities.

·         Operational field forestry activities include the following:

·         Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance

·         Cut-block development

·         Forest road engineering

·         Silviculture

·         Timber tenure development and administration

·         Planning integrated resource management

·         Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

For more information, and to apply online by November 29, 2021, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/82040

Certification Standards Officer

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Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Dawson Creek and Fort St. John

Certification Standards Officer
$66,557.72 – $75,884.38 annually

 

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages about 20 per cent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown timber, generating economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of Crown timber.

BCTS also supports government’s commitment to true, lasting reconciliation with First Nations in BC as we move toward fully adopting and implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

The Certification Standards Officer (CSO) is responsible for the co-ordination, implementation, monitoring, and improvement of forest certification systems and safety across BCTS. The CSO must ensure the alignment of the BCTS program with provincial programs through the employment of leadership and influence skills. This position is the primary contact for internal and third party forest certification audits to evaluate adherence to and the performance of prescribed standards and processes.

 

Qualifications for this role include:

 

  • Graduation from an approved technical institute with a diploma or a degree in resource or forestry management and three years of experience in one or more operational field- forestry activities.
    OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and five years of experience in one or more operational field forestry.
  • Operational field forestry activities include one or more of the following:
    • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
    • Cut-block development
    • Forest road engineering
    • Silviculture
    • Timber tenure development and administration
  • Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with the Association of British Columbia Forest Professionals (ABCFP) as a Registered Forest Technologist or equivalent.
  • Experience with Environmental Management Systems, Sustainable Forest Management and Safety Certification Systems.

 

For more information, and to apply online by November 29, 2021, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/82041

Planning Officer

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Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Dawson Creek and Fort St. John

Planning Officer
$68,008.54 – $85,592.73 annually

BC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages about 20 per cent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown timber, generating economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of Crown timber.

 

BCTS also supports government’s commitment to true, lasting reconciliation with First Nations in BC as we move toward fully adopting and implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.

The Planning Officer is responsible for all the strategic and integrated planning processes required for the Business Area (BA).  The position develops the Forest Stewardship Plan for the BA as well as participates in the development of higher level plans such as Land and Resource Management Plans. Further, the position is responsible for coordinating and leading stakeholder engagement initiatives. This position is accountable for ensuring that all planning initiatives are in compliance legislative requirements as well as represents the BA during planning audits.

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.

Qualifications for this role include:

·         A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Association of BC Forest Professionals (ABCFP) and three years of experience in operational forestry such as forest tenures, cut-block and road development, engineering, silviculture, harvest operations or compliance and enforcement.

·         Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver’s License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

For more information, and to apply online by November 29, 2021, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/82046

Indian Day School Coordinator (IDSC)

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Term: Full Time TERM Position (Northwest BC – Terrace) (Term Position to March 31, 2022)
Salary: Depending on education and experience
Deadline: Nov.15, 2021 at 4:00 pm

The Indian Day School Coordinator (IDSC) will assist clients through the claim process & is responsible
for ensuring that IDS claimants, who are resolving their IDS Settlement Process can have access to an
appropriate level of mental health counseling and emotional support services that would allow the
claimant to safely address a broad spectrum of mental health issues related to the disclosure of Indian
Day school abuses. In addition to ensuring the safety of IDS claimants, the IDSC will endeavor to build
relationships with key stakeholders and communities in an effort to promote a greater understanding of
IDS Settlement Process.

Duties:

• Assist with application process
• Provide frontline professional, emotional and psychological support to claimants during
processes
• Liaise with various parties in order to identify claimants in need of support
• Facilitate and coordinate with other support services
• Network with Regional support services and provide regular activity reports
• Facilitate Healing/Wellness and other Mental Health workshops

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years counseling experience with Aboriginal clients
• Prefer BA in the Social Sciences from a recognized university or equivalent education and
experience
• Extensive working knowledge of the history and impacts of the Indian Day School and
effective methods for working with IDS survivors
• Valid BC Driver’s License and Must Own Vehicle and Ability to Travel

Additional Requirements:

• Computer literacy, basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet
• Extensive travel will be required by air or vehicle to many communities in BC
• Occasionally, flexible work hours are required to accommodate evening and weekend clients.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal Culture is mandatory
• Demonstrate a wellness lifestyle and self-care plan
• Must undergo a Criminal Record Check
• Strong organizational, communication and team skills

Please send resume, cover letter and references to:

Angela White, Executive Director
413 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A6
Fax: 604.985.0023 Email: reception@irsss.ca
No phone calls please. Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.

Indian Day School Coordinator (IDSC)

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Indian Residential School Survivors Society

Indian Day School Coordinator (IDSC) (Term Position to March 31, 2022)
FULL TIME TERM POSITION (Northern Interior – Williams Lake)

The Indian Day School Coordinator (IDSC) will assist clients through the claim process & is responsible
for ensuring that IDS claimants, who are resolving their IDS Settlement Process can have access to an
appropriate level of mental health counseling and emotional support services that would allow the
claimant to safely address a broad spectrum of mental health issues related to the disclosure of Indian
Day school abuses. In addition to ensuring the safety of IDS claimants, the IDSC will endeavor to build
relationships with key stakeholders and communities in an effort to promote a greater understanding of
IDS Settlement Process.

Duties:
• Assist with application process
• Provide frontline professional, emotional and psychological support to claimants during
processes
• Liaise with various parties in order to identify claimants in need of support
• Facilitate and coordinate with other support services
• Network with Regional support services and provide regular activity reports
• Facilitate Healing/Wellness and other Mental Health workshops

Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years counseling experience with Aboriginal clients
• Prefer BA in the Social Sciences from a recognized university or equivalent education and
experience
• Extensive working knowledge of the history and impacts of the Indian Day School and
effective methods for working with IDS survivors
• Valid BC Driver’s License and Must Own Vehicle and Ability to Travel

Additional Requirements:
• Computer literacy, basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet
• Extensive travel will be required by air or vehicle to many communities in BC
• Occasionally, flexible work hours are required to accommodate evening and weekend clients.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal Culture is mandatory
• Demonstrate a wellness lifestyle and self-care plan
• Must undergo a Criminal Record Check
• Strong organizational, communication and team skills

Term: Full Time Position (Northern Interior – Williams Lake)
Salary: Depending on education and experience
Deadline: Nov.15, 2021 at 4:00 pm

Please send resume, cover letter and references to:
Preference may be given to qualified applicants of aboriginal ancestry as per s. 41 of the BC Human Rts Code
Angela White, Executive Director
413 West Esplanade, North Vancouver, BC V7M 1A6
Fax: 604.985.0023 Email: reception@irsss.ca
No phone calls please. Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted.

Relief on call Campus Clerk

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Term of App’t: Temporary, relief on call – not to exceed 3.5 hours per day

Start date: To be determined, when required

Reporting to: Campus Administrator

Salary:
Classification 8 ($23.32 – $24.04 per hour), as per BCGEU Support Collective Agreement. Temporary employees also receive an additional $0.50/hr. in lieu of benefits, as well as having 6% vacation pay paid out with each pay.

***Staff at this location receive an additional $0.87/hr for isolation allowance.

Description:
As a member of our Campus Services team, the Campus Clerk will assist with both external and internal inquiries (student, staff and general public) in person, by telephone, or by correspondence for programs that are available college wide. You would be expected to handle routine public relations functions by exchanging general information on policies and procedures; maintain course interest lists for all program areas and follow-up with students by phone and mail. This role has a responsibility for cash outs and bank deposits at the end of the business day, therefore attention to detail and accuracy is essential. This position does require that you have excellent organization skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while working with frequent interruptions.

You can expect that other duties in your day would include performing all registration procedures for students and other prospective college clients, as well as keeping the computerized student records on “Colleague” current. Never heard of “Colleague”? Don’t panic, we have a wonderful team that will train you on this system, becoming one of our many knowledgeable members of our front staff.

If you have past experience providing exceptional customer services to your clientele… then this position may be the perfect fit for you.

**Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications:
A minimum of 2 years related experience with a minimum of 1 year of post-secondary education, with a certificate in office administration or business administration preferred (combination of experience and education will be considered).
Experience and proficiency with a current version of MS Office is required.
Knowledge of validation of cash and balancing of accounts.
Familiarity with student records registration system is an asset
The successful candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive clerical test.

House Cleaner

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Basic house cleaning two to three hours every second week. Irregular days and times but at the applicant’s convenience.  Two Covid vaccines and masks mandatory.  $20 per hour.  250 395 3358 after 5:00 pm.

Basic Security

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Job Description

  • Monday to Friday (Government building)
  • Experienced candidates preferred
  • Dress code- Black pants and black shoes

Start Date- November 08, 2021

Hours- 40 hours per week for a month

Wage/Salary- $18- $21 depending on the experience

How to Apply-

Contact- Karlee, (250)- 794-8165

Email- frontlineresponders@gmail.com

 

 

 

 

Child Care Centre Housekeeping

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Location:

YMCA – Chetwynd

Hours:

Part-time, Permanent
Monday – Friday
2 hours per evening
10 hours per week

What you will gain:

$16.00 per hour
YMCA Membership
Paid Training Days
Career Advancement Opportunities

Who we are

Rooted in Northern BC for over 50 years, the YMCA of Northern BC is a charity
of over 400 staff and volunteers working together to strengthen the
foundations of our community through promoting healthy living, fostering
belonging, inclusion, and connection, and helping children, families, and seniors
thrive. We offer opportunities for personal growth and create social change
through child care services, camp programs, community health services,
employment services, recreation, and health and fitness services.

What you will do

At the YMCA people are our greatest asset and we are proud to be an employer
of choice. Working at the YMCA means you are part of a fun, positive team, in
an environment of honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and inclusivity. The
YMCA is the largest not-for-profit provider of child care in Canada and the
YMCA of Northern BC is the largest provider in the north, serving: Chetwynd,
Fort St. James, Fort St. John, Prince George, Dawson Creek and Vanderhoof.
YMCA Child Care is a home away from home.

What you will bring

Our educators are passionate about creating lasting positive impact in the lives
of the children in our care from 3 months to 12 years. Our team of
professionals believe in play-based educational programming. We are
nurturing, family-centered, and committed to our YMCA Playing to Learn™ and
YMCA A Place to Connect™ curriculums. Our team members possess excellent
communication skills, a positive attitude, and believe in the power of
teamwork.

Responsibilities and abilities

To perform cleaning duties of the YMCA Care and Learning Centre as specified in the work schedule. Paying
particular attention to detail and sanitization needs. The Housekeeper is responsible for meeting the highest
standards of building cleanliness in our Chetwynd location helping to ensure our members have an enjoyable
experience in a clean facility. Completing cleaning tasks to ensure the facility is ready for children according to
licensing and YMCA standards.

Qualifications

• Strong Work Ethic.
• Able to work without direct supervision.
• Able to multi-task
• Physically able to do assigned tasks.
• WHIMIS is an asset.
• Clear Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Search.
• Ability to complete tasks in scheduled times.

Competencies

In addition to bringing a commitment to YMCA vision and values, and an orientation to service, the
candidate should possess the following competencies:
1. Leadership/Coaching – Ability to direct and develop performance of others to achieve desired result.
2. Negotiation/Communication/Interpersonal Skills – Ability to speak, write, listen and secure information in a
variety of settings. Ability to cooperate with others to achieve results. Ability to create and build relationships
inside and outside the organization.
3. Planning/Organizing – Ability to establish a clearly defined and effective course of action for self and others to
accomplish short and long term goals.
4. Problem Solving – Ability to identify an issue, gathers and processes relevant information, determine possible
solutions, selects appropriate responses and implements and evaluates them.
5. Service Strategy – Ability to identify the needs and wants of members/participants as a priority and respond in
an effective and timely manner to enhance every person’s YMCA experience.
6. Initiative/Enthusiasm/Innovation – Ability to manage and lead in order to achieve and exceed identified goals.
7. Community Awareness and Understanding – Demonstrates and promotes a personal understanding of and
appreciation for the vision, mission and values of the organization.
8. Project Resource Management – Ability to manage a project from initial planning to completion.
9. Strategic Planning/Visioning – Ability to visualize future direction and formulate strategies, plans and action to achieve vision.

How to apply

Please apply with cover letter, resume, and application (found at nbc.ymca.ca) to:

Rebecca Blood
Manager of Recruitment – Child Care
Rebecca.Blood@nbc.ymca.ca

The YMCA thanks all those interested in this position.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.