TEO 21R - Scaling Officer - Interior_ Amended

Posting Title
TEO 21R - Scaling Officer - Interior_ Amended

Position Classification
Tech Enforcement Officer R21

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Invermere, BC V0A 1K0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$69,760.70 - $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
9/19/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests

Ministry Branch / Division
Regional Operations - Rocky Mountain District

Job Summary

The Team
The Scaling Officer position is part of the Rocky Mountain District Revenue Team, which is essential to Timber Pricing in BC. Our team includes seasoned Forest Professionals specializing in Cruising, Scaling, and Waste, all working together to set stumpage rates, measure timber, and forecast forest revenue. We play a crucial role in translating government policies into actionable timber pricing procedures and serve as the link between the government, the forest sector, and the public on various timber pricing issues.

The Role
As a Scaling Officer, you'll be at the forefront of ensuring timber is accurately valued and that the Crown receives appropriate revenue from harvested resources. You'll conduct check scales and site inspections, participate in scaling and waste communities of practice, and administer the District Waste Program. This role is where policy meets practice, ensuring that timber is properly scaled, billed, and managed according to provincial standards. Your work will directly impact the integrity of timber pricing and the sustainability of our forest resources.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• Valid Interior Scaler licence with required endorsements
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years of related Interior scaling operational experience.
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which includes a criminal records check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience in Waste and Residue Surveys.
• Five or more years of related Interior scaling operational experience.
• Supervisory experience.

Willingness statement

• Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions, in remote areas, and withstand the rigours of fieldwork.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Pam.Shumka@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:

Amendment September 5, 2024: posting closing date extended to September 19, 2024.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up a few days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Forests.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
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.

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Job Category
Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical

Additional Information