The role of the Project Assessment Officer (PAO) is to support EA reviews of major projects in BC, including Industrial, Mine, Energy, Water Management, Waste Disposal, Transportation and Tourist Destination Resort projects. This may include renewable energy projects undergoing environmental assessments in response to BC Hydro’s call for power that is expected to be initiated in spring 2024 in order to acquire new sources of electricity. This includes, organizing and leading work with advisory committees that involve various EA participants (e.g., Indigenous nations, local governments, government agencies, the public); supporting briefings for senior government officials; providing analysis, review and drafting of key EA documents (including technical materials). Working with the Projec