LSO AGRL 2 - District Range Agrologist

Posting Title
LSO AGRL 2 - District Range Agrologist

Position Classification
Licensed Sc Off Agrologist 2

Union
PEA

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Clearwater, BC V0E1N0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$69,969.42 - $89,774.32 annually

Close Date
9/13/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Thompson Rivers District

Job Summary

The Team:
The Thompson Rivers District Range Team with the Ministry of Forests is a well-established group of dedicated and diverse professionals, including one Range Officer and four Range Agrologists. This team is deeply committed to protecting and conserving British Columbia's Rangelands through a science-based approach, while fostering strong relationships with various partners, including First Nations communities. Joining this team means becoming part of a supportive, tight-knit group that values continuous learning and offers the autonomy to advance your career, whether within range management or beyond.

The Role:
As a District Range Agrologist whose portfolio will be Grazing Leases, you will play a key part in sustaining the range resources of British Columbia by determining carrying capacities, designing rehabilitation plans, and applying advanced technologies like GIS for data analysis. Your work will directly support the thriving ranching sector within the Thompson Rivers District, managing 125 range tenures. This position offers valuable opportunities to learn, grow, and build lasting professional connections, all while enjoying the great outdoors and making a meaningful impact on the land and communities you serve.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Registered as a Professional Agrologist with the BC Institute of Agrologists, or able to transfer a current membership to the BCIA within six (6) months of employment. Applicants who do not meet the professional requirement may be considered at a lower classification, provided they are currently registered as an Articling Agrologist with the BCIA and can reach full Professional Agrologist status within two (2) years of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Natural Resource Science, Range Management, Plant Ecology, or related field that includes Range Science.
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence or equivalent.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in range management and administration.
• Experience gathering data using data collection devices and/or mobile GIS Applications (e.g., ArcGIS) to analyze spatial and attribute data in order to make recommendations.
• Experience with grazing systems and their application to different range ecosystems.
• Experience building and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, partners and/or stakeholders.
• Experience with contract management (e.g., policies, principles and practices).
• Experience working with the Land Act, and other legislation relating to integrated management of rangelands and livestock on Crown range.
• Experience working with Land Act tenures.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cardell.Dumais@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be located in either Clearwater or Kamloops.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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.

We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. On top of the base salary, regular, full time Professional Employee Association members are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees, a 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), and start off with 4 weeks of annual paid vacation. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered as a Professional Agrologist (PAg) with the BC Institute of Agrologists (BCIA), or able to transfer a current membership to the BCIA within six (6) months of employment. Applicants currently registered with the BCIA as an Articling Agrologist (or able to transfer their current AAg membership to the BCIA within six (6) months) may be considered for this position at the Licensed Science Officer 1A level. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is 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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.
requirements.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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 how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical, Trades and Operational