Licensed Authorizations Officer Ministry of Forests

Indigenous Perspectives Society; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 74,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Forests is seeking a Licensed Authorizations Officer in Port McNeill (Hybrid) to lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations, and to support forest tenure determinations in the North Island – Central Coast Natural Resource District.

You will collaborate with First Nations and local stakeholders to guide Crown land decisions across diverse coastal areas, enjoying a strong team culture and a dynamic, outdoor-focused work environment on Vancouver Island.

Qualifications

• Degree in the natural resource field, or equivalent, as recognized by Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) in BC with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• Related and recent experience working in natural resource management.
• Recent experience engaging with First Nations and/or stakeholders.
• Valid BC driver’s licence.
• Willingness and ability to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations.
• Support and gain exposure to Forest Act determinations and provide advice on forest licences to cut, cutting permits, and special use permits.
• Navigate complex applications and help shape decisions that support the sustainable use of Crown land and natural resources across this diverse coastal region.

Job description

Ministry of Forests

Port McNeill (Hybrid)

Licensed Authorizations Officer

$74,230.62 – $95,324.04 annually, plus a $47.18 bi-weekly isolation allowance

The North Island – Central Coast Natural Resource District is a close-knit group of professionals who work together to manage diverse forest and natural resource values across a vast and unique area, including the Great Bear Rainforest. This well-established team has solid guidance and leadership and is known for their strong work ethic, dedication to client service, and ability to provide practical solutions while maintaining a positive and fun work culture.

As a Licensed Authorizations Officer within Forest Tenures, you’ll lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations, supporting the allocation of Crown land and adjudication of resource applications for a wide range of land and resource uses. You’ll also support and gain exposure to Forest Act determinations and provide advice on forest licences to cut, cutting permits, and special use permits, helping guide the allocation of forest resources and adjudication of tenure applications. Working closely with First Nations, local stakeholders and colleagues, you’ll navigate complex applications and help shape decisions that support the sustainable use of Crown land and natural resources across this diverse coastal region.

A warm and welcoming community, Port McNeill is a family-friendly town offering affordable housing and access to a wealth of outdoor adventures at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. It is located on the rich and vibrant territory of the Kwakwaka’wakw Peoples. Explore San Josef Bay, one of the world’s top 50 beaches, or enjoy the local ski hill, Mount Cain. Port McNeill is a coastal jewel surrounded by stunning landscapes and a gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest.

Qualifications for this role include:

• Degree in the natural resource field, or equivalent, as recognized by Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) in BC with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC).
• Related and recent (within the last three (3) years) experience working in natural resource management.
• Recent (within the last three (3) years) experience engaging with First Nations and/or stakeholders.
• Valid BC driver’s licence.
• Willingness and ability to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions.