BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Business Intelligence Team is a small, close-knit group of six professionals, including a Senior Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Program Evaluation Analyst, and two Junior Data Analysts, led by the Director of Portfolio Ops and Business Transformation. This established team collaborates with business areas across road safety, external partners like ICBC, and contractors to deliver data-driven insights that support initiatives to keep our roads safe. Recognized with the 2024 Top Work Unit award, RoadSafetyBC – Strategic Initiatives values work-life balance, strong collaboration, and making a meaningful impact through their work.

The Role
The Data Analyst leads data analysis for programs, divisions, and medium to large-scale projects, contributing directly to the improvement of RoadSafetyBC operations. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, influence modernization efforts, and develop advanced analytics skills, all while collaborating with internal teams and external partners. In this fast-paced position, you’ll use your expertise to shape data-driven insights that support RoadSafetyBC’s mission to keep BC roads safe, making a meaningful and lasting impact.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
 

• Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, GIS, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years experience at leveraging structured and unstructured data sources to conduct quantitative analysis.
• Minimum two (2) years experience determining appropriate use of various problem structuring methods and statistical methods for sampling, distribution assessment, bias and error. 
• Minimum two (2) years experience with machine learning, clustering and classification techniques to analyze diverse sources of data.
• Minimum two (2) years experience creating and delivering  presentations for the purpose of decision making and/or disseminating information.
• Minimum two (2) years experience with PowerBI and SQL Server.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience with Machine Learning and data related programming like Python.
• Experience using Microsoft Fabric, Copilot, AI-powered tools that support predictive analytics and intelligent agent functionalities.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Amberley.Smith@gov.bc.ca or Mohammed.Alhassan@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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