Sto-re 24r - land and resource coordinator

Posting Title STO-RE 24R - Land and Resource Coordinator Position Classification Scientific/Tech Off R24 - Res Union GEU Work Options Hybrid Location Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)
Salary Range $80,703.86 - $91,936.08 annually Close Date 11/10/2026 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport Ministry Branch / Division Mountain Resorts Branch Job Summary

The Team:
As part of the Mountain Resorts Branch's Wildfire Risk Reduction work unit, you'll join an established team of technical staff, natural resource professionals, and administrative personnel based in Kamloops, BC. Together, the team develops and implements wildfire mitigation plans for BC's all-season resorts, reducing risks to infrastructure and ensuring public safety. You’ll work alongside a diverse group of professionals, senior management, and contractors, to help safeguard communities and support an inclusive and forward-thinking approach to environmental protection.

The Role:
As the Land and Resource Coordinator, you will support the implementation of wildfire risk reduction plans and coordinate the review of forestry-related applications at BC’s all-season resorts. You’ll work closely with clients, interpreting their needs and guiding them through application and contracting processes to meet wildfire risk reduction and timber harvesting goals. This position offers the chance to make a lasting impact by protecting communities and recreation areas, while collaborating in a supportive, diverse team environment that values work-life balance and innovation.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) and two (2) years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in a natural resource management related field (e.g., Forestry, Geography, or Natural Resource Management) and four (4) years of related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid BC driver’s licence.

Related Experience must include all of the following:

• Experience in project management.
• Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project.
• Experience managing relationships with partners and stakeholders and leading engagement.
• Experience in conflict and dispute resolution principles and practices.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or related designation with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
  Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

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

• Experience with contract management including procurement, implementation, and financial administration.
• Experience with wildfire fuel management.
• Forest management experience.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of knowledge, skills and abilities and willingness/proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in 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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Kamloops.
This position is also posted as a Licensed Science Officer (Forester) 2. If you are a Registered Professional Forester (RPF), apply to this opportunity via Requisition 126417.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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How to Apply:
Your resume must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) or related designation with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Note: “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

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.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category Scientific and Technical