Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy
These positions can be based in a Natural Resource Sector office in British Columbia.
The locations listed in the online posting are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work two (2) or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Aquatic Resource Biologist
$85,813.18 – $97,879.22 annually, which includes a 3.3% Temporary Market Adjustment*, plus $37.64 bi-weekly isolation allowance for Smithers.
The Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch is a key program area within the Environmental Protection Division. The branch manages and coordinates the acquisition, publication and application of data analytics and science-based knowledge, including the provision of lab services.
The Aquatic Resource Biologist provides provincial-level expertise in the field of biological monitoring and aquatic ecology and expert advice that directly informs natural resource development decisions affecting water quality and ecosystem health. Responsibilities include the continued development and co-ordination of the provincial benthic invertebrate biomonitoring program.
Qualifications for this role include:
- Registered, or immediately eligible to register, as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with the BC College of Applied Biologists (CAB). Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the CAB within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made.
- Post-graduate degree in biological sciences or equivalent and six (6) months related experience; OR,
- Master’s degree in biological sciences or equivalent with two (2) years of related experience; OR,
- Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or equivalent with four (4) years related experience.
- Valid B.C. driver’s licence
For more information and to apply online by July 7, 2024, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/113681
