Natural Resource Specialist 2

Job Location: Fort St. John, BC Employment type: Temporary Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week) Annual Salary: $ 86,000.00 - 92,600.00 No. of positions: 1 Closing date: 2026-08-21 What you’ll do - * Prepares terms of reference, budget estimates, related analytical and other research reports for portions of fish- and wildlife-related research programs and projects; determines project approach and objectives, parameters, costs and staff requirements and establishes priorities; reviews, evaluates and recommends selection of consultants and reviews their reports to determine technical acceptability. * Prepares work plans, work schedules and implements portions of programs for mitigating and/or compensating for the effects of new and existing BC Hydro facilities and construction, operations and maintenance activities, on fish, wildlife, and other natural resources and systems; inspects, monitors and administers projects. * Conducts field reviews and inspections of construction, operations, maintenance and waste management/pollution prevention activities; monitors compliance with environmental permits and Hydro's best management practices; may provide technical direction to field personnel in sampling techniques; prepares and ensures that contingency and closure plans are valid; reviews documentation, terms of references, standards, guidelines and summaries of requirements for technical content to ensure they comply with current environmental and safety legislation. * Participates in environmental reviews of operating facilities to identify potential environmental impacts and associated mitigation methods. Makes recommendations in accordance with established protocols related to the upgrading of facilities or mitigating the impacts of BC Hydro's operations. * Communicates with administrative, engineering, regulatory, agencies, First Nations, public groups, program and technical staff regarding the impact and ramifications on facilities and operations on a variety of natural resources; ensures that environmental issues, objectives and strategies are considered and incorporated into operational plans. * Provides biological and/or scientific information at public meetings, license hearings, and to program or environmental groups; develops and conducts training and presentation sessions as required; provides technical advice and instructions to field personnel in the event of emergency environmental problems. * Is deployed to the field to respond to unforeseen environmental concerns by helping to direct mitigation by assigning tasks to others. * Provides technical direction and expert advice to area/program or cross-discipline staff at the technical committee level or contractors involved in assigned projects. * Performs some or all of the duties of the Natural Resource Specialist 1. * Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job. What you bring – * Completion of a Bachelor degree in Natural Resource or Environmental Studies with at least three (3) years of relevant work experience or as an equivalent, completion of Technologist Diploma in Natural Resources or Environmental Studies with four (4) years of relevant work experience. * Must be eligible for the Biologist in Training designation with the College of Applied Biology. * Valid BC Driver’s License required. What we offer – - A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension - Flexible work model, depending on your role type - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. What else you should know – * A condition of employment is to maintain your Class 5 driver's license in good standing. * This is a Full-Time Temporary (FTT) MoveUP Group 10 position with a term ending in December 2027. * Please note, the successful candidate on this opportunity will perform Site C environmental duties in support of Site C work construction work in Fort St. John. * Please note in regards to being eligible for membership with the College of Applied Biology we are also willing to consider those that are qualified/eligible with another Professional Association. * Spends approximately 60 to 70% of time in the field. Exposed to all types of weather conditions at work sites that may be remote. Approximately 10% of time is spent in a vehicle. Regular exposure to river and lake conditions when performing field work may be required. May be required to operate -4x4 trucks on rough access roads. Field duties require climbs or walks on uneven, steep and/or rough terrain in all weathers. * This location is eligible for a Remote Incentive of 12%. Remote Incentives are paid bi-weekly to Full-Time Regular employees working in eligible remote locations. * This location is eligible for Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit. The Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit is extended to Full-Time Regular, Part-Time Regular and Full-Time Temporary employees who are permanently working in eligible remote locations. * Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment. How to apply – Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html or click ‘Apply’ You must use a supported browser, such as Firefox, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome or Safari. Your pop up blocker will also need to be disabled for the BC Hydro Careers site. On the BC Hydro Careers site, click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job. Please be sure to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and include copies of your certifications, if applicable.

The specialist manages fish and wildlife research programs, including preparing budgets, work plans, and mitigation strategies for BC Hydro facilities. They conduct extensive field inspections to ensure compliance with environmental permits and provide technical guidance to staff and contractors.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource/Environmental Studies with 3 years of experience, or a Technologist Diploma with 4 years of experience. Candidates must be eligible for the Biologist in Training designation and possess a valid BC Driver's License.

• Comprehensive benefits package • Minimum of 15 paid vacation days • Lifetime pension • Flexible work model • Training and development courses • Remote incentive • Extended health care medical travel benefit

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• Environmental Monitoring
• Project Management
• Field Inspection
• Regulatory Compliance
• Technical Reporting
• Stakeholder Communication
• Mitigation Planning
• Sampling Techniques
• Waste Management
• Pollution Prevention
• Budget Estimation
• Environmental Review

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Science & Research
• Energy
• Engineering
• Government & Public Sector

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

10 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

38 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Associate