Licensed Authorizations Officer

Job summary

Lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations, including Crown land allocation and adjudication of applications for diverse land and resource uses. Support Forest Act determinations and provide advice on forest licences to cut, cutting permits, and special use permits while working with First Nations, stakeholders, and colleagues.

Job details

Ministry of Forests Port McNeill (Hybrid) Licensed Authorizations Officer $74,230.62 – $95,324.04 annually, plus a $47.18 bi-weekly isolation allowance The North Island – Central Coast Natural Resource District is a close-knit group of professionals who work together to manage diverse forest and natural resource values across a vast and unique area, including the Great Bear Rainforest. This well-established team has solid guidance and leadership and is known for their strong work ethic, dedication to client service, and ability to provide practical solutions while maintaining a positive and fun work culture. As a Licensed Authorizations Officer within Forest Tenures, you’ll lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations, supporting the allocation of Crown land and adjudication of resource applications for a wide range of land and resource uses. You’ll also support and gain exposure to Forest Act determinations and provide advice on forest licences to cut, cutting permits, and special use permits, helping guide the allocation of forest resources and adjudication of tenure applications. Working closely with First Nations, local stakeholders and colleagues, you’ll navigate complex applications and help shape decisions that support the sustainable use of Crown land and natural resources across this diverse coastal region. A warm and welcoming community, Port McNeill is a family-friendly town offering affordable housing and access to a wealth of outdoor adventures at the northern tip of Vancouver Island. It is located on the rich and vibrant territory of the Kwakwaka’wakw Peoples. Explore San Josef Bay, one of the world’s top 50 beaches, or enjoy the local ski hill, Mount Cain. Port McNeill is a coastal jewel surrounded by stunning landscapes and a gateway to the Great Bear Rainforest. Qualifications For This Role Include Degree in the natural resource field, or equivalent, as recognized by Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Registered or immediately eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) in BC with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Related and recent (within the last three (3) years) experience working in natural resource management. Recent (within the last three (3) years) experience engaging with First Nations and/or stakeholders. Valid BC driver’s licence. Willingness and ability to conduct field work which may include travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, overnight or extended stay in rough camp conditions and outdoor work in all weather conditions. For more information and to apply online by October 12th, 2026, please go to: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/125780

What you’ll do

Lead the review and administration of Land Act authorizations, including Crown land allocation and adjudication of applications for diverse land and resource uses. Support Forest Act determinations and provide advice on forest licences to cut, cutting permits, and special use permits while working with First Nations, stakeholders, and colleagues.

Requirements

Requires a degree in a natural resource field or an equivalent recognized by Forest Professionals BC, and registration or immediate eligibility for registration as a Registered Professional Forester in British Columbia. Candidates must have recent natural resource management experience and recent experience engaging with First Nations and/or stakeholders, a valid BC driver's licence, and the ability and willingness to undertake field work, including travel to remote areas and overnight stays in rough camp conditions.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Natural Resource Management
• Land Act Authorizations
• Crown Land Allocation
• Application Review
• Tenure Administration
• Forest Act Determinations
• Forest Licences
• Cutting Permits
• Special Use Permits
• First Nations Engagement
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Client Service
• Decision-Making
• Field Work

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Agriculture