BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Strategic Policy and Legislation Branch leads transportation-related policy and legislative initiatives, including projects to advance innovative and integrated transportation systems and solutions that support people movement and mode shift to active and clean transportation. Working with other Ministry branches, partner organizations and provincial and federal agencies, the Branch develops key public transportation policies, legislation and projects that align with government priorities and the Ministry strategic plan.

The Role
Key duties of the Manager, Policy & Legislation include developing and executing project plans, researching and writing materials to support policy and legislative development processes, providing recommendations and advice to decision makers and building effective working relationships within the Branch, across the Ministry, and with stakeholders. Supported by a team of two FTEs, the Manager, Policy & Legislation plays a critical role developing innovative transportation solutions with far-ranging impacts for road users. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management, or related field.
•    Three (3) years of related experience that must include:

• Leading policy and legislative initiatives in a government context;
• Managing stakeholder relations and consultative processes;
• Making recommendations to senior management and/or decision makers.

•    A combination of education and experience may be considered.  

Preference may be given to applicants with: 
•    Experience working with the Motor Vehicle Act.
•    Experience working with the Commercial Transport Act.
•    Experience managing staff.
•    Experience in financial and contract management.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Sharon.Lum@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment January 30, 2026: Posting closing date extended to February 12, 2026.
This position is in Victoria, BC.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 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.
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.

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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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.