Management Band 5
The location for this position is negotiable.
This position is excluded from union membership.
An eligibility list may be established.
Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition will take place virtually.
Bring your considerable leadership experience to BC’s Forest Practices Board.
The Board serves the public interest as the independent watchdog for sound forest and range practices in BC. The Board is an Administrative Tribunal established in legislation; it operates independent from government ministries and must make its decisions in the public interest. The Board has a legislated mandate to carry out audits and investigations of forest and range practices and reports its findings to the public.
The Executive Director leads the delivery of the Board’s operational, administrative and financial responsibilities as a public sector organization. The Board’s programs have broad provincial implications and can result in significant impacts and influence to government programs, policies and legislation, to the forest and range industries in BC, and to the stewardship of forest and range resources.
The Executive Director leads the staff, chairs the management team, provides analysis, advice and recommendations to the Chair and the Board, and builds and promotes critical linkages and networks with senior officials in the provincial government, First Nations governments, provincial organizations, corporations, and the public.
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: [email protected] or by phone: 778-698-1336.
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NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific 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:
A degree in a natural resource field, Business Administration, or Public Administration.
Minimum 10 years experience at a senior management level in a private sector, not for profit, and/or public sector organization. Experience must include all of the following:
A minimum of 5 years experience in strategic planning and performance, financial management, human resource leadership, and/or program and service delivery.
A minimum of 5 years experience building strategic alliances, managing conflicts, negotiating effectively, and/or effectively communicating ideas, analyses and proposals.
A minimum of 5 years experience leading a team of professionals.
Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:
A post graduate degree in a natural resource field, Business Administration or Public Administration.
Professional accreditation in a natural resource field.
Experience working in the natural resource sector.
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: 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.
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: YES – You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.
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