Posting Title

LSO FORS 2 - Planning Forester

Position Classification

Licensed Sc Off Forester 2

Union

PEA

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$74,230.62 - $95,324.04 annually

Close Date

10/12/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division

FOR- Regional Operations Division, South Area - BC Timber Sale - Okanagan Columbia

Job Summary

The Role
As a Planning Forester, you'll engage with stakeholders early in the harvest planning process, creating opportunities for diverse perspectives and local knowledge to be heard and considered. You'll develop five-year sales plans, oversee field recce contracts and coordinate with specialists such as hydrologists, biologists and geologists, applying your practical skills to complex forest management challenges while supporting fair market pricing and revenue for the Province. This is an opportunity to build your skills alongside an experienced, collaborative team and make a meaningful contribution to sustainable forest management and communities across the region.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A Registered Professional Forester (RPF) or be eligible for registration as an RPF with the Forest Professionals of British Columbia (FPBC) and two years of experience in operational field forestry activities.
• Operational field forestry activities include the following:
  • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
  • Cut-block development
  • Forest road engineering
  • Silviculture
  • Timber tenure development and administration
  • Planning integrated resource management
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's License that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Directly related planning and integrated resource management experience
• Experience working with Indigenous Peoples
• Coursework or experience in contract or financial administration

Provisos:

• Must be willing and able to withstand the rigors of fieldwork.
• Must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to travel to meet job requirements.
• Must be willing and able to travel in fixed and or rotary winged aircraft and or watercraft.
• Must be able to maintain membership with the Forest Professionals of BC as a member in good standing

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) vacancy available in Vernon.
An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Okanagan Columbia Business Area, Vernon.
Flexible work options may be available; successful candidate can work up to 2 days a week remotely subject to an approved telework agreement.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) is required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter 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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered (or immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Forester with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with FPBC. Confirmation of registration/eligibility will be required before an offer of employment can be made.

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 [email protected], before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

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

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.

Job Category

Natural Resource Sector

Additional Information

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