LSO 4 DPE – Authorizations Section Head

Job title: LSO 4 DPE – Authorizations Section Head

Job description: $72,879.68 – $95,682.25 annually, plus a 6.5% Recruitment and Retention Adjustment

Close Date
6/11/2021

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy

Ministry Branch / Division
Environmental Protection Division | Regional Operations Branch

Job Summary

Authorizations Section Head
Licensed Science Officer 4 | Designated Professional Engineer

This position can be located in one of the following Ministry Office locations, subject to operational requirements and space availability at time of offer: Cranbrook, Kamloops, Nanaimo, Nelson, Penticton, Prince George, Smithers, Surrey, Victoria, Williams Lake.
An eligibility list may be established for future, similar vacancies in the above locations.
Confirmation of the following certification/membership is required at the time of a job offer following this competition:
Professional Engineer or Geoscientist registered with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia (APEGBC).

Influence and engage in complex natural resource initiatives

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy is responsible for the protection, management and conservation of BC’s water, land, air and living resources. The Ministry mitigates and manages the risks and consequences from climate change, including developing plans to set and meet carbon pollution reduction targets. It also oversees provincial government assessment. Staff expertise in policy, science, research and analysis are central to supporting all Ministry responsibilities. Ministry legislation, regulation and public outreach activities ensure a safe and healthy environment for British Columbians, while supporting a strong, sustainable economy.

The Ministry’s Environmental Protection Division works to protect human and environmental health. The Division’s main goals are to improve air quality; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; improve surface and ground water quality, including drinking water sources; re-develop a provincial plan for reducing and removing toxins and waste that contaminate the land, air and water – and for responding to high-risk environmental emergencies; and, enhance environmental stewardship, shared with other stakeholders.

The Authorizations Section Head is responsible for planning authorizations and/or compliance assessment activities to be conducted by staff, including defining priorities and goals, and developing budget, staff and equipment plans. This position provides authoritative engineering and policy advice to Ministry staff on controversial or complex waste management issues. It provides authoritative engineering and policy advice to elected officials (MLAs, Mayors, Councillors and Directors), industry and municipal executives, other agencies and the public regarding waste disposal. The work is complex and controversial in view of the operational, economic, health and political factors associated with municipal, industrial, agricultural and special waste.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact . DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. Information and tips about how to complete your job application, including adding or editing your resume and applying for jobs, are available at the following link: Your Job Application . If you still experience technical difficulties applying for a competition, please send an email to , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

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: or by phone: 778-698-1336.

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, 7% allowance in Lieu of Overtime Shiftwork and Standby (taken as time or money), have a 35 hour work week, and start off with 4 weeks’ annual paid vacation. Come, be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please visit What the BC Public Service Offers .

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

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

Education & Related Experience*

• Master of Science Degree in Engineering or Applied Science in an appropriate discipline and five years of related experience*; OR,
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or Applied Science in an appropriate discipline and seven years of related experience*.
• Membership in good standing (or immediately eligible to register) as a fully licensed Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia. Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction.

• Related Experience must include:

• Environmental protection experience (see note below).
• Experience in working with multiple projects or assignments, establishing priorities and budgeting.
• Experience in negotiation with staff and clients from a diverse background.
• Supervisory experience, which includes a minimum of two years of demonstrated supervisory experience in planning, organizing, and coordinating a professional and technical workforce.

Note: Environmental Protection experience includes (but is not limited to) the following:

• Industrial and municipal waste management experience, including conducting environmental monitoring, assessments and reporting.
• Proven experience in liaison with environmental regulatory agencies.
• Experience with regulatory administration of waste management discharges to the environment.
• Experience with environmental planning processes such as Waste Management Planning.
• Experience with hazardous material spill response, special waste and contaminated sites.

Preference may be given for one or both of the following:

• Experience working as a regulator; and/or,
• Experience in the mining sector.

PROVISOS

• Must be able to meet the transportation requirement, i.e. possess and maintain a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent).
• Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends for the purpose of representing the program at public meetings and events.
• Must be willing and able to travel extensively within the region.
• Must be willing and able to conduct fieldwork.

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.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Professional Designation: YES – Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers & Geoscientists of the Province of British Columbia (APEGBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with APEGBC . Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be 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 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 listed in the job profile. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire. Note: for long or essay style questionnaires, we recommend saving frequently while completing it. You can also copy the questions into another document, complete it offline, then log back in and copy/paste your responses when you are ready to submit your application.

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 job related responsibilities, accountabilities and accomplishments. Ensure your questionnaire responses are complete as your resume may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Job Category
Leadership and Management, Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical

Company:

Expected salary: $72879 – 95682 per year

Location: Cranbrook, BC

Job date: Mon, 31 May 2021 03:06:05 GMT