Posting Title

STO 24R - Natural Resource Specialist

Position Classification

Scientific/Technical Off R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$80,703.86 - $91,936.08 annually

Close Date

8/24/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Water,Land,ResourceStewardship

Ministry Branch / Division

FrontCounter BC / Permitting Transformation Division

Job Summary

The Role:
The Natural Resource Specialist (NRS) is the trusted front-line guide for clients moving through natural resource applications, bringing solid knowledge of legislation, policy, and process to every file. This role reviews complex submissions, spots risks and competing interests early, and pulls together thorough report packages that help move sound decisions forward. This particular NRS position also carries a leadership edge, supporting staff, coordinating priority projects, and helping deliver service that is efficient, informed, and genuinely client-focused.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Natural Resource Management related field and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience in a resource management related field; or
• Technical Diploma in a related field and four (4) years of related experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience supervising and/or providing functional supervision to staff.
• Experience interpreting and applying natural resource related policy and/or legislation.
• Customer service experience, which includes listening, advising and supporting individuals and organizations to access and navigate natural resource permitting and authorizations services.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Nanaimo.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies in Nanaimo.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

How to Apply:
Your cover letter and resume 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.

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. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position.

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 this position.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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, Policy, Research and Economics, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information

REQ 125087_Job Profile_STO 24R - Natural Resource Specialist