Geomatics Technician, Burns Lake


Full-Time

Scientific/Technical Officer N18
$44,985.78 – $51,162.94
Isolation Allowance: $936.00

Opportunity:

Work for a world leader in forest management in a variety of challenging roles.
Your efforts today will help shape the future of tomorrow’s forests.

Ministry of Forests and Range

NOTE: Please be advised that the above quoted salary is effective April 1, 2007.

Experience the hospitality of the north. We are seeking qualified individuals to perform technical duties that support forest and range resource planning and management. You will assist in areas such as silviculture, timber harvesting, forest roads, compliance and enforcement, valuation, range, and integrated resource management. You will review forest and range land use plans, licenses, and contracts, as well as recommend amendments.

As our ideal candidate, you hold a degree in Geography with a specialization in Geographic Information Systems or Land Information system, as well as a year of related and current experience. Your equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may also result in your being the successful candidate. You also possess experience in the following areas:

– Ability to capture, create, compile, convert, edit and maintain digital information in a GIS environment
– Ability to structure and manipulate spatial and attribute databases prior to and including Geodatabase populations
– Utilizing data capture and GIS software
– Identifying information/issues, analyzing and developing options, solutions or recommendations

Lesser qualified applicants may be appointed at a lower level.

In addition to these qualifications, you have outstanding organizational, evaluation and communication skills. You also have a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days.

To be considered for this competition, please complete the Government Employment Application form (attached resume optional) via the online process and clearly demonstrate how you meet the required qualifications. Prior to submitting an application, please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties and qualifications.

For community information on Burns Lake, please visit
http://www.bcadventure.com/adventure/explore/north/cities/burns.htm

Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements of ministry, Must be willing to work overtime, Travel is a requirement, Required to work in adverse weather conditions., An eligibility list may be established

Job Description
Competition: FR2007:35845
Closing Date: 2007-04-18
Apply to: Nadina Forest District, Bag 3500, Burns Lake, BC, V0J 1E0
Contact: John Illes
Phone: 250/692-2200
Fax: 250/692-7461

NOTE: This data provided for informational purposes only. The Province of British Columbia disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of the information, and this information should not be used as a basis for making financial or any other commitments.

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