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LSO OTHR 2 – Groundwater Monitoring Specialist Jobs in British Columbia at BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy
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The Environmental Monitoring and Analysis Branch (EMAB) is a key program area within the Environmental Protection Division (EPD). The branch manages and coordinates the acquisition, publication and application of data analytics and science-based knowledge, including the provision of lab services. The branch supports the management and stewardship of the natural resource sector through ambient monitoring data production, development of scientific/technical standards and guidelines and through the provision of expert environmental and climate change advice and support.
Within EMAB, the Environmental and Climate Monitoring Section (ECMS) is responsible for the province-wide delivery of the air and climate, surface water, groundwater, snow, and water quality monitoring networks (e.g., Provincial Groundwater Observation Well Network (PGOWN)); as well as expert and professional leadership in data collection, analysis, and reporting; equipment installation, operation and maintenance; oversight of operational standards and quality assurance; and development and implementation of analytical products (e.g., snow surveys).
The Groundwater Monitoring Specialist provides specialized technical services in ambient groundwater monitoring. It is a field-based position that coordinates cross-regional operations; carries out, or assigns, applied research studies and initiatives; and contributes to program and budgetary planning for the PGOWN and associated groundwater monitoring programs. The position applies professional expertise to complex groundwater issues; coordinates tactical and operational planning; and leads installation and expansion projects. The position also provides functional supervision to field staff, including training and operational guidance and provides leadership and direction to contractors/consultants. The Specialist assesses and makes recommendations in the development and implementation of PGOWN procedures, processes, standards, and internal policies related to provincial groundwater network operations. Typical working teams and partners include: First Nations, federal and provincial representatives, ministry staff (including senior managers), local government officials, stewardship groups, non-profits, etc.
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences, Earth Sciences, Civil or Water Resources Engineering with emphasis in hydrogeology, engineering or groundwater hydrology or in a similar acceptable water or natural resource field such as those stated above; AND
• Registered (or is immediately eligible for registration) as a Professional Geoscientist or Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia (EGBC); or as a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists (BCIA).
• Note: immediately eligible for registration is defined as being able to transfer a current membership from an applicable jurisdiction to the BC association within six (6) months of employment. Confirmation of registration/eligibility is required before an offer of employment can be made. Under-implementation of the position at an LSO 1A level may be considered, provided an applicant is registered with a British Columbia professional association and is actively articling / in-training (GIT, EIT, or AAg) by the time of the offer of employment and can achieve their full professional designation within two (2) yea…
Title: LSO OTHR 2 – Groundwater Monitoring Specialist
Company: BC Public Service -> Env & Climate Change Strategy
Location: British Columbia
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