The Team:
BC Timber Sales (BCTS) is a dynamic organization within the Ministry of Forests that plays a critical role in supporting British Columbia's forest economy and stewardship objectives. Through the planning, development, and auction of a significant portion of the province's annual timber supply, BCTS provides the market-based pricing and cost benchmark data that underpin British Columbia's timber pricing system. Working at the intersection of public service, resource management, and business operations, BCTS collaborates with government, industry, communities, and First Nations to deliver sustainable forest management and generate value for the people of British Columbia. BC Timber Sales is recognized for its operational excellence, innovation, and commitment to advancing provincial priorities across a complex and evolving natural resource landscape.
The Role:
This Executive Director role leads one of British Columbia's most strategically significant forestry organizations, providing vision, direction, and oversight for an operation that spans the province and delivers both business and public value. Leading through complexity, you will drive organizational performance, oversee significant financial and operational accountabilities, and position the organization to respond to emerging opportunities and challenges in a rapidly evolving sector. Success in this role requires the ability to think strategically, act decisively, and build strong partnerships across government, industry, First Nations, and local communities. This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of forestry in British Columbia while leading a highly skilled team committed to innovation, stewardship, and exceptional results.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- University degree in a field related to Forestry, Resource Management, Business/Public Administration or equivalent. An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered.
- Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience (within the last 15 years) of the following:
- Experience in the last five (5) years in a senior corporate leadership role of a public program or private sector business, preferably in a forestry or resource management environment.
- Experience dealing with politically sensitive and provincially significant issues and with developing policy, procedures and corporate practices.
- Experience working with and building collaborative relationships with First Nations, key stakeholders, and business partners.
- Experience leading and coaching multi-disciplinary senior management teams.
- Experience in strategic business planning.
- Experience in both procurement and financial management.
- Preference may be given to applicants who are a Registered Professional Forester.
For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].
About this Position:
Amendment August 27, 2026: Posting closing date extended to September 4, 2026.
This is a temporary, full-time opportunity for approximately one year; this may be extended or become permanent.
This position can be based in any Ministry of Forests’ Regional or District office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days 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.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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.
How to Apply:
Your cover letter and 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.
Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process. Please use your cover letter to describe how your qualifications and career interests align with this position. Please limit your cover letter to a maximum of one (1) page.
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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
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.
