BIO 24R - Ecosystem Biologist - Amended

BIO 24R
- Ecosystem Biologist
- Amended - (124558)

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Posting Title

BIO 24R
- Ecosystem Biologist
- Amended

Position Classification

Biologist R24

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA

Salary Range

$80,703.86 - $91,936.08 annually

Close Date

8/19/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service ->
Water,Land,Resource Stewardship

Ministry Branch / Division

Resource Stewardship Division

Job Summary

The Team:
The Resource Stewardship Division with the BC Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship plays a vital role in protecting and sustainably managing British Columbia’s natural resources for current and future generations. Working at the intersection of science, policy, and land-use planning, the division supports responsible stewardship of water, land, ecosystems, and biodiversity across the province. Team members collaborate with Indigenous Nations, government partners, stakeholders, and communities to balance environmental, social, and economic priorities.

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that helps conserve BC’s unique landscapes while supporting resilient and sustainable resource management.

The Role:
The Skeena Ecosystems Section plays a key role in supporting sustainable resource management by providing biological expertise that informs government decisions, major project reviews, and environmental stewardship initiatives across northwest British Columbia. This position contributes to ecosystem conservation and habitat protection through permit and application reviews, science-based analysis, and expert advice on land use planning and resource development activities. Working as part of a collaborative team, the Ecosystems Biologist supports species-at-risk recovery, habitat restoration, and conservation planning while fostering strong partnerships with First Nations, stakeholders, industry, and government agencies.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of ecosystem stewardship in one of BC’s most ecologically significant regions, leaving a lasting impact on the conservation of wildlife and habitats for generations to come.

Qualifications: Education:

• Undergraduate Degree or higher in biological sciences or equivalent (e.g., natural resource management, ecology, zoology, hydrology, forestry, etc.) and three (3) years of related experience.

Related Experience must be a combination of the following:

• Experience in field-based biological sampling, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience in conducting environmental monitoring and assessments.
• Experience providing scientific/ecological advice within a regulatory regime.
• Experience collaborating and/or consulting with First Nations on resource management issues.

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements:

• Registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) with the College of Applied Biologists (CAB).
  
  Note:
  
  “Immediately eligible for registration” means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with fish and aquatic habitat values.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid BC driver’s licence.
• Must meet safety standards of WorkSafeBC.
• Must be willing and able to travel, including working evenings, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Must be willing and able to conduct physically demanding field work.
• Must be willing and able to carry and operate a variety of equipment, as required.
• Must be willing and able to conduct field work that may include the following: 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.

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About this Position:

Amendment July 29th, 2026: posting closing date extended to August…