BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Post-Secondary Engagement and Partnerships (PSEP) Unit is a collaborative team dedicated to strengthening relationships with First Nations, Métis, other Indigenous partners/organizations and post-secondary institutions to understand their needs and facilitate access to post-secondary education and training programs. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals who manage initiatives such as the Indigenous Pathways and Partnerships program, the Indigenous Emergency Assistance Fund, and the First Nations Community-Based Teacher Education program as well as work toward supporting Indigenous language revitalization. Your work will contribute to advancing reconciliation by supporting the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action, and B.C.’s Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.

The Role
As a Senior Policy Analyst, you will lead partner consultations and engagements and manage emerging issues that shape ministry priorities and service delivery.  You will conduct complex research and analysis to assess social, economic, and political impacts; evaluate program performance and provide evidence-based recommendations to senior executives and government officials.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 2 years of related experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 3 years of related experience, or
• Diploma in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 4 years related experience, or
• Certificate or coursework in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 5 years related experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous.

Related Experience must include:

• Experience in development of legislation, regulation, and policy.
• Experience in business planning and/or organizational analysis;  
• Experience in leading complex projects that include policy development;
• Experience in leading and/or facilitating effective operation of multi-disciplinary teams.

Preference may be given to applicants:

• Who self-identify as Indigenous.
• With experience leading/facilitating consultations/engagements with First Nations, Métis, other Indigenous organizations and post-secondary institutions.
• With experience providing advice and recommendations to senior officials.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Betty-Anne.Johnson@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are 2 temporary opportunities available.
There is 1 temporary opportunity until March 15th, 2027, and 1 temporary opportunity until April 14th, 2027. These positions may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 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.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.