Chief Executive Officer

Application Closing Date : February 2, 2026

To apply , please direct your resume and cover letter to helen.taraskin@cab-bc.org.

Location : Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.

Position Overview

The College of Applied Biologists (the College) is seeking a visionary and strategic Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization in fulfilling its mandate under the Professional Governance Act and other relevant legislation. The CEO is responsible for the overall leadership, governance, and operational management of the College, ensuring regulatory excellence and public trust in the profession of applied biology. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to see connections across program areas and integrate them into a cohesive vision for the organization.

We are seeking a leader who is proactive rather than reactive, able to anticipate emerging issues and opportunities, and who acts decisively in guiding the College through complex challenges.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the College in alignment with its mandate under the Professional Governance Act and other applicable legislation
• Develop and implement the College’s Strategic Plan and ensure alignment across governance, operations, and regulatory functions
• Represent the College in policy forums, media engagements, and stakeholder meetings
• Advise the Board on legislative and policy matters, including changes to the Professional Governance Act and College bylaws
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and audit processes
• Promote public trust through ethical leadership and transparent decision-making
• Foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Lead and support staff and volunteers in delivering the College’s mandate
• Ensure effective governance practices and support Board evaluation processes
• Develop and implement risk management strategies
• Build and maintain relationships with registrants, government, Indigenous communities, and professional associations
• Oversee policy development and implementation across College operations
• Ensure compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, International Credentials Recognition Act, and other applicable legislation
• Monitor and respond to developments in environmental and resource legislation, including the Water Sustainability Act, Forest and Range Practices Act, Environmental Management Act, Migratory Birds Convention Act, Species at Risk Act, and Fisheries Act
• Promote integration of resource management principles within the regulatory framework of applied biology

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