Band 6 – Regional Executive Director

Regional Executive Director

Management Band 6

An eligibility list may be established.

This position is excluded from union membership.

Due to present physical distancing requirements related to COVID-19, the recruitment process for this competition may take place virtually.

Regional Operations delivers integrated resource management services to the Province of BC; and ensures the effective, timely, and sustainable delivery of key government services to the natural resource sector across eight regions organized into three areas.

A rare executive management role in Northern BC for an experienced natural resource leader

We have a tremendous opportunity for a natural resource leader to join a tight-knit team of talented professionals representing Northern BC Regional Operations for the Ministry of FLNRORD.

Working at the regional level in resource management, the Regional Executive Director (RED) directs a broad range of programs and services for the North Area Region, contributing a regional perspective to provincial policies, programs and long-range strategic planning. The RED leads business transformation that enables durable, sustainable natural resource decisions; and builds partnerships with a variety of stakeholders – other ministry groups, external agencies and organizations, federal, Indigenous, local and provincial governments, industry, stakeholders and the public.

This vital leadership position works with the North Area Assistant Deputy Minister, the Regional Management Team (RMT) and the Area Leadership Team (ALT) to determine northern regional priorities and allocate human and financial resources according to the strategic direction and guidance provided by ministry executive or developed regionally.

Among the many critical responsibilities of this position are:

Periodically acting as the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) for regional operations.

Achieving regional, area and ministry goals through directing all operational, technical, financial, and human resources within the region.

Establishing effective working relationships and/or partnerships with other ministry groups, external agencies and organizations, federal, Indigenous, local and provincial governments, industry, other stakeholders and the public.

Providing strategic advice and direction for program development, planning frameworks, policies, action plans, long-term strategies, legislation and regulation development, monitoring and reporting activities and stands development to ensure they meet ministry service plan goals and provincial objectives.

Developing annual and long-term business and work plans.

Leading the development of issue papers, business cases, forecasts and reports for executive.

Providing advice and options to executive on existing or emerging regional issues and priorities.

Resolving issues affecting operations and managing sensitive and potentially controversial regional operational issues.

Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=it-9laHaKyc&feature=youtu.be

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.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact [email protected]. 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 [email protected], before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

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 and experience as outlined below:

Education:
A degree in natural resource management or a related discipline (e.g. forestry, biology, agrology, geography, public administration, etc.) and a minimum of seven years of recent (within the last nine years), related experience* OR

A minimum of nine years of recent (within the last eleven years) related experience*

• Recent, related experience must include:

Leading and directing all aspects of a natural resource management program for an organization of similar scope and complexity.

Leading issues management and mediating/negotiating solutions to high-profile resource management issues with a wide network of stakeholders.

Supervising management teams and multidisciplinary professionals in a union environment.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience:
Leading significant organizational change/business transformation projects/initiatives.

Engaging, consulting and/or collaborating with Indigenous people.

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: 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.