STO 24R - Natural Resource Specialist

The Team: FrontCounter BC is a trusted, service-focused team that helps clients navigate licences, permits, registrations, and other natural resource authorizations with clarity and care. From answering enquiries and supporting applications, to processing payments, identity verification, and licence purchases, the team delivers practical support, strong client service, and a professional approach with confidence and ease, keeping essential work on track. The Role: The Natural Resource Specialist (NRS) is the trusted front-line guide for clients moving through natural resource applications, bringing solid knowledge of legislation, policy, and process to every file.

This role reviews complex submissions, spots risks and competing interests early, and pulls together thorough report packages that help move sound decisions forward. This particular NRS position also carries a leadership edge, supporting staff, coordinating priority projects, and helping deliver service that is efficient, informed, and genuinely client-focused. Qualifications: Education and Experience Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in a Natural Resource Management related field and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience in a resource management related field; or Technical Diploma in a related field and four (4) years of related experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience supervising and/or providing functional supervision to staff. Experience interpreting and applying natural resource related policy and/or legislation. Customer service experience, which includes listening, advising and supporting individuals and organizations to access and navigate natural resource permitting and authorizations services.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Diane.Chisholm@gov.bc.ca. About this Position: There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Nanaimo. 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. An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies in Nanaimo. 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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit, or Metis) applicants originating from the land known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. 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. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers. How to Apply: Your cover letter and 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. Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application.

The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position. 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.

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