STO 24R - Environmental Coordinator

A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s Engineering group develops and implements province-wide engineering and environmental standards, develops policies and procedures to support the application of those standards, and provides engineering and technical services to a variety of Ministry projects. In developing and delivering these services, staff work closely with a variety of stakeholders including other provincial and federal governments, nonprofit groups, research organizations, and the public. Our staff provide expert advice to the ministry and to allied organizations for the planning, design, construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of British Columbia's highways and bridges.

The Environmental Management Branch consists of two interdependent sections: Environmental Service Delivery, and Environmental Programs, Policy, and Standards (EPPS). This position falls under the Environmental Service Delivery section.

The Environmental Service Delivery section consists of a team of dedicated environmental experts with mandates ranging from broad province-wide program delivery to local minor project support. The section develops and maintains policies, standards, specifications, and procedures; conducts research; provide expert counsel to ministry staff on environmental issues; provides and procures a wide variety of environmental services; and works with regulatory and other bodies to obtain permits and develop industry best practices. The section is responsible for general environmental management and ensuring that due process is followed to protect and /or mitigate impacts from road planning, design, construction, and highway operations on natural, biophysical, and socio-community resources. The section is also involved with several ongoing programs to enhance and manage the highway rights-of-way.

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience

• An Undergraduate degree or higher in an environmentally focussed program (e.g., Biology, Environmental Studies/Management, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Archaeology) plus 2 years of related* experience, OR
• A Diploma in an environmentally focussed program (e.g., Biology, Environmental Studies/Management, Environmental Engineering, Geography, Archaeology) plus 3 years related experience*, OR
• An equivalent combination of related education and related experience* may be considered.

*Related experience includes:

• Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders (e.g., other agencies, ministries, consultants and contractors).
• Experience dealing with environmental issues related to highway or linear development projects (e.g., planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance).
• Preference may be given to applicants who are registered or immediately eligible* for registration with the College of Applied Biologists.
  • *Note: Immediately eligible is defined as being registered as a Professional Biologist (RP Bio) in another Canadian jurisdiction and/or able to transfer registration to the College of Applied Biology within 6 months of appointment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Eve.Williams@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Currently there is one (1) permanent opportunity available in Kamloops.
This positing is to establish an eligibility list for current and future positions in the following locations: Kamloops, Coquitlam and Chilliwack.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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 how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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 at the bottom of the posting.

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