BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team

The Independent Correctional Adjudicators (ICA) are responsible for conducting hearings to determine whether an incarcerated person breached a rule under the Correction Act Regulation (CAR) and, if so, whether to impose a penalty and in what form. The disciplinary process and available penalties are outlined in the CAR. ICAs are also responsible for producing timely, clear, concise, and well-reasoned decisions based on the evidence presented, relevant legislation, and applicable legal principles. In almost all cases, ICAs provide written decisions within hours of the hearing. As the new leader of this team, the Chief Adjudicator will foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment while providing guidance, expertise, and mentorship to professionals doing challenging and meaningful work with diverse and sometimes vulnerable clients.

The Role

The Chief Adjudicator conducts hearings as noted above and, guides the team of seven Independent Correctional Adjudicators to provide consistent, high‑quality, and equitable services. This role combines decision‑making, team leadership, and policy input, with work that directly impacts the rights of adults in custody and supports public safety. It’s a meaningful opportunity to contribute to administrative fairness, support a dedicated team, and work flexibly in a challenging but rewarding environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• A degree in law from a recognized university and a member of a provincial law society or eligible for call and admission; and related experience OR
• An equivalent combination of related experience, education and training may be considered. (This must include some formal post-secondary level course work in a related field.)

Related experience must include the following:

• A minimum of two years’ (within the last five years) experience making, or overseeing, high-level decisions grounded in administrative law in a quasi-judicial setting, including decisions based on fact and law.

This includes:

• Reviewing and analysing submissions and evidence from multiple parties;
• Assessing the relevance and reliability of evidence, and making findings of fact; and
• Taking into consideration applicable legislation, policy, and the principles of administrative fairness.

Preference may be given to a candidate with the following experience:

• A minimum of two years’ recent (within the last five years) management experience which includes:
  • Leading a diverse workgroup.
  • Human Resources administration (i.e. recruitment, retention, performance management, training and development).
  • Overseeing quality assurance in a client-focused organization.

Applicants must not have been employed at any time in the previous five (5) years by (unless that person is a member of (or is eligible for membership to) a Law Society of a province or territory of Canada.):

• A correctional authority to work in a correctional centre, penitentiary, probation office or parole office;
• A sheriff service to work as a peace officer;
• A policing agency to work as a peace officer; or
• A prisoner advocacy organization,

For questions regarding this position, please contact Elliott.Smith@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently a temporary opportunity available until May 31, 2029.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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 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.