BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Our dynamic and innovative Policy and Engagement team was established in December 2022. The team consists of four senior planning analysts and two senior policy analysts all reporting to the Director. We are dedicated to setting housing targets for municipalities and engaging in planning discussions with these municipalities and First Nations to increase the housing supply. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of addressing the housing crisis in the province with innovative cutting-edge policy approaches.

The Role
In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping provincial policies, programs, and legislation around housing and land use planning. Your work will involve policy analysis, designing options, and drafting legislation, while also offering guidance to local governments, Indigenous Peoples, and the public. You’ll build and nurture strong relationships with various partners and manage provincial interests on housing and land use issues. Contributing to the solution of the housing crisis and increasing housing availability across the province will be a key focus of this role. This is a fantastic chance to be part of a new and creative team making a real difference in addressing housing challenges.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field (e.g., planning, geography, environmental studies, public administration). An equivalent combination of education, training and related experience may be considered.

• Minimum three (3) years experience in land use planning and development.

• Minimum three (3) years experience in the implementation of policy, programs and/or legislation including options identification and design.

• Minimum three (3) years experience researching, analyzing and evaluating regulatory, technical, program-related or broad cross sector issues and information to assess the impact on policy and/or legislation.

• Minimum three (3) years experience producing complex and high-level written documentation including policy, draft legislation, ministerial and executive level correspondence, etc.

• Minimum three (3) years experience interacting and/or working with senior management and/or Ministry executive.
   

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in any of the following policy areas: local government housing, local government development approvals processes, preparing official community plans and/or regional growth strategies.

• Membership or eligible for membership in the Planning Institute of British Columbia and/or Canadian Institute of Planners.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Matthew.Pawlow@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
Amendment (March 20): Posting closing date extended to March 29.
There is currently one temporary opportunity available until December 31, 2026, which may be extended or become permanent.
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 for future permanent and temporary vacancies. 
Please refer to MyHR for more information on 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.

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.

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.