Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development
Quesnel, BC
ResourceTechnologist
Salary $51,587.16 - $58,580.39 annually
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification
The Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development is responsible for stewardship of Provincial Crown land and natural resources, and protection of B.C.’s archaeological and heritage resources. Overseeing a land base of 94.8 million hectares, the Ministry supports the sustainable management of forest, mineral and land resources, the prosperity, viability and competitiveness of industries that use them, and public access for a wide range of activities such as hunting, fishing and recreation.
The Resource Technologist provides technical evaluation and advisory services to support natural resource use decisions to achieve resource management objectives. This is a multi-faceted position that encompasses data gathering, investigation and technical evaluation of physical evidence; reviewing and evaluating resource use applications and proposals; ensuring applications and decisions are processed and documented correctly; and explaining technical issues to a variety of audiences. Results oriented and an effective communicator, you apply your professional expertise while conducting structured analysis and interpretation to make recommendations and prepare comprehensive technical reports.

Qualifications for this role include:

  • Diploma or equivalent in the natural resource field.
  • Registered, or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Forest Technologist with the Association of B.C. Forest Professionals. Note: you must be registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT)or equivalent with the ABCFP. Immediately eligible is defined as being currently registered as a RFT member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction and can immediately transfer to ABCFP. Applicants who do not meet the full professional designation requirement may be considered at a lower classification level, subject to confirmation of eligibility for registration as a Trainee Forest Technologist (or equivalent) immediately upon employment with the Ministry. Applicants must confirm their eligibility with the ABCFP.
  • Minimum 6 months of work experience in a field related to forestry gained within the last 5 years.
  • Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence (or equivalent).

For more information and to apply online by March 19, 2018, please go to: