PLNG O 27R - Regional Planning Section Head - Jobs in Hagensborg, BC

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Regional Planning Section HeadPlanning Officer R27An eligibility list may be established.Although this position has onsite office based requirements, it may temporarily be performed virtually due to the current extraordinary circumstances related to COVID-19. This may remain in place until physical distancing advisories are lifted.Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.Make a difference in this rewarding career opportunityThe goals of BC Parks are to promote and support conservation initiatives and to enhance outdoor recreation opportunities in parks and protected areas; and, to provide unique outdoor experiences in British Columbia’s parks and protected areas system to support healthy communities, tourism and the BC economy.The Regional Planning Section Head is responsible for leading BC Parks’ regional planning program in all aspects of strategic and land use components of operational planning for parks and protected areas. The Regional Planning Section Head provides vision, anticipates future needs, is the regional lead for land use planning, contributes to the development of the provincial planning program, coordinates regional involvement in First Nations initiatives and treaty negotiations, and is the primary contact for planning functions with staff, agencies, the public and industry. The Regional Planning Section Head recognizes the interdisciplinary nature of their functions and ensures close coordination of their role across the Conservation, Operations, and Recreation Sections in region and between regions, headquarters and other government agencies. Given the many potential roles and expectations of the Regional Planning Section Head, periodic and annual work planning, guided by ministry, divisional and regional business plans, will be required to ensure balance between priorities and the successful achievement of results.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.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 Volker.Michelfelder@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:Master’s degree in planning or natural resource management related field, and 2 years of related experience*; OR,Bachelor’s degree in planning or natural resource management related field, and 4 years of related experience*.

• Related experience must include all of the following:

Natural resource planning, such as land use planning, park management and park systems planning, recreation planning and/or impact assessments.Experience with public, Indigenous communities, and stakeholder involvement related to land use issues.Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:Experience working with geographic information systems.Experience with project management of complex projects.Experience with writing public reports.Provisos:Frequent travel for meetings is required; this may also include frequent travel to Williams Lake to work on management planning projects in the Cariboo and Chilcotin.Willingness to travel by boat and plane to remote locations.Candidates must possess and maintain a valid BC driver’s licence 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 - 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.Quick Apply

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