Address
Form of workADMN O 24R - Senior Lean & Project Management Specialist
Position Classification
Administrative Officer R24
Union
GEU
Work Options
Remote
Location
Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Port McNeill, BC V0N 2R0 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Vanderhoof, BC V0J 3A0 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA
Salary Range
$73,855.42 - $84,134.34 annually
Close Date
1/15/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests
Ministry Branch / Division
BC Timber Sales
Job Summary
Bring your Project Management expertise to this unique opportunity
BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a unique program of the Ministry of Forests (MOF). Working collaboratively with regional and district operations, BCTS plans, develops, and auctions a substantial portion of the province's annual available timber volume. BCTS operates as a for profit entity within a government organization. Its goal is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the Market Pricing System through auctions of timber harvested from British Columbia's public land. BCTS operations are guided by three overarching principles, forest sector safety, reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and sustainable forest management.
A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.
To find out more about our program check out the BCTS website .
The Senior Lean & Project Management Specialist manages large scale projects (medium to long term) with significant internal and external impacts, a range of internal and external stakeholders and significant assigned resources. Accountable for defining and controlling all project activities to ensure delivery within scope, schedule, budget and specified quality.
The Senior Specialist is a provincial expert on the theories, disciplines and tools associated with Lean and Project Management, BC Timber Sales Teams, and safety.
The position is critical to BC Timber Sales' long term success and its key outcome of People and Organizational Excellence. The position's work directly supports the key business principle of "Forest Sector Safety" and business goal of "A high performing organization with skilled, motivated, and proud people" and their related objectives of: Safe BCTS practices and worksites; Improving safety in the forest sector; Excellence in operations, practices and processes; and, Excellence in people.
Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: Why Work for the Ministry of Forests .
Job Requirements:
- Degree in business administration, public administration, management sciences, natural resources or equivalent.
- Must be qualified to complete Project Management Professional Designation or Certified Associate in Project Management within 6 months of commencement of position.
- Experience in facilitation and organizational development/learning.
- Experience coordinating and leading diverse work groups.
- Experience independently managing projects.
- Experience in directing the work of contracted and staff resources.
Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
- Project management training and/or experience.
- Completed Project Management Professional Designation or Certified Associate in Project Management.
Provisos:
- Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
- Must be willing to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Adam.Lloyd@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement.
The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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.
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 guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career.Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer .
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
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 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 need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
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 Time on the closing date of the competition.
Job Category
Natural Resource Sector
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