Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations
District Manager
Salary: $86,000 - $112,000 annually
Number of positions available: 2
Positions available in Dawson Creek and Fort Nelson
British Columbia boasts one of the world’s greatest natural resource environments. Here is your
opportunity to play a lead role
The Ministry of Forests, Lands and Natural Resource Operations is a client-focused organization that
delivers integrated natural resource services to British Columbians. The Ministry is currently searching
for individuals with senior managerial experience to lead the Northeast Region Natural Resource District
team. The Manager provides leadership, direction and expert advice on the delivery of exceptional
service in integrating and coordinating natural resource services within the District, one of 23 districts in
the ministry. As part of this Region’s Senior Management Team, the Manager is responsible for the
efficient operation of the District including: operational program delivery, financial management, human
resource management, business planning, change management, project management, statutory and
delegated decision-making, issue resolution, inter and intra-agency coordination, stakeholder and
First Nation relations and client service.
We are looking for someone who has excellent skills in leadership, organizational management,
relationship building and achieving results. The successful candidate will be someone who has a strong
strategic orientation and commitment to outcomes, has a track record in leading change, constantly seeks
improvements to business processes, builds durable relationships with stakeholders and First Nations,
relates well to people and fosters long-term learning and development of staff.
Qualifications for this role include:
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University degree in a field related to Natural Resource Management, Business/Public Administration.
Preference may be given to applicants with natural resource education.
A minimum of 4 years of related experience in the following: natural resource experience including
some program management; and experience in a management capacity within the public sector or
industry including business and organizational planning accountabilities. OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered (e.g. Related
Master’s degree plus 3 years related experience; or Diploma in a natural resource field supplemented
by 7 or more years of progressive and considerable senior level experience).
Experience managing the implementation of agreements, solutions, and partnerships with multiple
parties and First Nations.
Experience leading, coaching and managing multi-disciplinary management, professional and
technical staff. Preference may be given to applicants with experience within a unionized work
environment.
Experience organizing, planning and managing complex and multiple projects concurrently to achieve
business goals.
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For more information on this career opportunity including how to apply online by June 15 2017,
please visit: https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=41239