Sto-Re 27R - Crop Risk Specialist - Closing Date Extended (Bc Public Service)

Posting Title

STO-RE 27R - Crop Risk Specialist - CLOSING DATE EXTENDED

Position Classification

Scientific/Tech Off R27 - Res

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4X3 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$80,652.20 - $91,992.70 annually

Close Date

8/15/2023

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Agriculture and Food

Ministry Branch / Division

BRMB

Job Summary

Apply your expertise and passion for innovation to this rewarding career opportunity

The Business Risk Management Branch (BRMB) provides agricultural risk management services to help farmers and farm organizations proactively manage uncertainty through production insurance, income stabilization and wildlife damage compensation programs. These programs are funded through the Growing Forward multi-lateral framework Agreement between the provinces and Canada. This Agreement ensures the provinces to fund and deliver the suite of BRM programs which include: AgriInsurance (Production Insurance); AgriStability; AgriRisk; AgriInvest; AgriRecovery and Agricultural Wildlife Damage Compensation. The suite of programs helps viable farming operations protect themselves from severe financial losses due to weather perils and market conditions.

The Crop Risk Specialist, works independently within the terms, objectives, plans, policies and procedures of the Provincial and Federal Governments, the Ministry and the scientific principles and practices of agronomy and horticulture to analyze current and new agronomic practices and test pilot projects for the high profile Production Insurance and risk management programs. These programs are a result of policies and purposes that are in a constant state of flux due to new or revised federal and provincial initiatives. Without in-depth analysis by the crop risk specialist, the commitment of the Province of British Columbia to insurance liabilities would be at risk due to inappropriate or inaccurate scientific practices. The Crop Risk Specialist provides professional, technical expertise, correlation and standards experience and guidance for production insurance product design, development, testing, delivery and maintenance.

Job Requirements

• Four (4) years of experience delivering agriculture risk management programs or delivering agriculture projects of moderate to high complexity, with multiple deliverables and with various and divergent stakeholder interests.
• Three (3) years experience in the discipline of agronomy or related to primary agriculture production.
• 3 years' experience in agriculture industry analysis with a focus on financial and production parameters for commodities common to B.C. OR
• Degree in Agriculture, Business or Economics; AND
• 5 years' experience in agriculture industry analysis with a focus on financial and production parameters for commodities common to B.C.; OR
• Two (2) years of experience supervising technical and/or administrative staff; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Master's degree in agriculture, Business or Economics; AND

Provisos/Willingness Statement

• A valid driver's license is required.
• Field work is part of this role which may include travel to remote areas, overnight or extended stays and outdoor work in all weather conditions with the potential for wildlife overlap.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected] .

About This Position

Amendment July 28, 2023: Closing date extended to August 15, 2023.

This position is also posted as a LSO under REQ 102599 .

This position has full time on-site requirements.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact [email protected] or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How To Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

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.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail [email protected] , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category

Natural Resource Sector, Scientific and Technical

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