Registered Professional Forester (RPF)

The Registered Professional Forester (RPF) plays a vital role in advancing sustainable forest management within Haida traditional territory. Reporting to the Director of Stewardship - Lands, the RPF will support the Nation’s goals of stewardship, cultural revitalization, economic development, and ecological integrity. The RPF will provide expert forestry advice, develop and review forest management plans, coordinate operational activities, and ensure all forestry-related decisions align with Haida values and title rights. Key Duties & Responsibilities Develop and implement forest management plans that reflect Haida values, goals, and stewardship practices. Review and assess forest stewardship plans, and development proposals to ensure cultural and ecological considerations are upheld. Collaborate with community members and other stakeholders to integrate traditional knowledge into forestry practices. Represent Haida in discussions and negotiations with forestry licensees, government agencies, and industry stakeholders. Monitor compliance with relevant forestry legislation, including the Forest and Range Practices Act (FRPA), as well as Indigenous laws and land use policies. Coordinate and conduct fieldwork, forest inventories, ecological assessments, and site-level planning. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, community monitors, and forestry students. Prepare technical reports, briefing notes, and recommendations for leadership and community review. Support forestry-related revenue initiatives and help identify economic opportunities consistent with the Nation’s vision for self-determination and sustainability. Qualifications Registered (or eligible for registration) as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) with the Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC). Bachelor’s degree in forestry or a related field. Minimum 5 years of professional experience in forest management, planning, or operations. Deep understanding of BC’s forestry legislation, regulations, and planning frameworks. Experience working with or for Indigenous governments or organizations is a strong asset. Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills; able to build trust and maintain respectful relationships with diverse stakeholders. Commitment to Indigenous rights, title, sovereignty, and the integration of traditional knowledge in resource planning. Ability to work in forested and remote environments; valid Class 5 Driver’s License required. Experience and education equivalencies will be considered. Preference will be given to Haida candidates as per Section 41 of the Human Rights Code. $ 42.77 - $44.49 per hour based on experience, Full-time 35-40 hrs. per week Benefit Package: Dental Care, Extended health care, Vision care, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Pension Plan, Paid time off Position open until filled.

The Registered Professional Forester (RPF) will develop and implement forest management plans that reflect Haida values and collaborate with community members to integrate traditional knowledge into forestry practices. The RPF will also monitor compliance with forestry legislation and provide technical guidance to junior staff.

Candidates must be registered or eligible for registration as a Registered Professional Forester (RPF) and hold a bachelor's degree in forestry or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in forest management and a deep understanding of BC's forestry legislation are required.

• Dental Care • Extended Health Care • Vision Care • Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Pension Plan • Paid Time Off

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Forest Management
• Planning
• Operations
• Interpersonal Skills
• Facilitation Skills
• Technical Guidance
• Mentorship
• Ecological Assessments
• Fieldwork
• Compliance Monitoring
• Cultural Revitalization
• Economic Development
• Sustainable Practices
• Traditional Knowledge Integration
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Forestry Legislation

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Government & Public Sector
• Science & Research
• Agriculture
• Trades

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

17 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Mid-Senior level