BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Join the established Data Innovation Program team within the Research Innovation and Community Partnerships Branch, a dynamic group of five dedicated professionals driving impactful data-driven insights. This collaborative team works closely with government analysts, academic researchers, data scientists, and external partners to deliver high-quality research using Agile methodology. Their work supports critical projects that address complex issues, from mental health care access to sustainable transportation solutions. Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), the team fosters a welcoming and respectful environment where diverse perspectives enhance their innovative approach to supporting British Columbians.

The Role
In this role, you will lead an agile development team to design and refine data products that modernize government services and support evidence-based decision-making. Using your skills in leadership, technology, product management, and design thinking, you’ll guide the development and implementation of secure, innovative solutions that link and de-identify data from multiple sources. Your work will directly support research projects that provide valuable insights into complex issues affecting British Columbians. This is a unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a collaborative, inclusive environment, driving meaningful change through data innovation.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

We appreciate that non-traditional career paths may have developed a candidate's competency and alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered.

• Degree or diploma in computer science, information technology, business administration, public administration, project management or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience in product design and practices gained working in a product, project or service capacity for a minimum of three (3) years.
• Project management experience.
• Experience analyzing and using customer insight and user and performance data to design and continually improve services to fully meet user needs in a convenient and straightforward way.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Relevant certification, as a Certified Scrum Product Owner, or equivalent.
• Experience challenging and removing any unnecessary barriers to product delivery.
• Experience with Service Design. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact lisa.schulze@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 02/14/2026. This opportunity may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
The position headquarters will be Victoria, Surrey, Richmond, Vancouver or Prince George.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens’ Services.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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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