The Team:
Fish and Wildlife, Regional Operations - Northeast is a skilled and purpose-driven team dedicated to conserving and managing fish and wildlife values across one of BC’s most diverse regions. This team brings together technical expertise, regional knowledge, and a collaborative approach to support stewardship priorities, inform decision-making, and work with Indigenous Nations, communities, and partners on complex natural resource issues.
The Role:
The Senior Wildlife Biologist brings leadership, expertise, and a strong applied focus to wildlife and ecosystem management in the Northeast Region, while supporting broader provincial priorities as needed. From leading complex projects to providing science-based advice and working with Indigenous Nations, partners, and other stakeholders, this role helps shape effective stewardship, conservation and resource management decisions with real on-the-ground impact for the Region and beyond.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in biological sciences or related field and at least six (6) years of related wildlife experience, including field-based biological sampling, analysis and reporting, and providing advice within a regulatory regime; OR,
- A Master’s Degree in biological sciences or related field and at least five (5) years of related wildlife experience, including field-based biological sampling, analysis and reporting, and providing advice within a regulatory regime.
- Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) in BC with the College of Applied Biologists. 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.
- Experience assessing and monitoring wildlife populations.
- Three (3) or more years of demonstrated experience supervising a team of staff.
Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
- Master’s Degree in the field of wildlife biology.
- Experience leading staff in project or field settings.
- Experience leading staff in strategic developments, objective setting, work planning.
- Experience engaging with external partners and stakeholders.
- Experience interpreting and applying natural resource management legislation and policy.
- Experience working with First Nations on wildlife management including projects, strategic initiatives, collaboration.
- Experience in managing large game.
- Experience in interpretation and application of Wildlife Act, and associated policy and regulations.
Additional Requirements:
- Must possess and maintain a valid British Columbia Class 5 Driver’s Licence or equivalent.
- Must be physically able to carry equipment and supplies in difficult terrain.
- Must be willing and able to conduct field work in all weather conditions and environments. This may include
- travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in camp conditions and operation of a variety of equipment.
- Meet safety standards of WorkSafeBC.
For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].
About this Position:
Amendment July 9th, 2026: posting closing date extended to July 27th, 2026.
Amendment June 29th, 2026: posting closing date extended to July 13th, 2026.
Amendment June 17th, 2026: posting closing date extended to June 29th, 2026.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available in Fort Saint John.
Please refer to MyHR for more information about market adjustments.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Fort Saint John.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit, or Métis) applicants originating from the land known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. Registered Professional Biologists are also entitled to an allowance to cover professional fees. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers.
How to Apply:
Your resume must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.
Professional Designation: YES - Please include your registration number in your application. You must be registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Biologist (RPBio) in BC with the College of Applied Biologists. 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.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history, including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.
