BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Office of the Fire Commissioner (OFC), within the Corporate Strategic Initiatives branch of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, is an established team of just under 20 staff who work together to support fire safety and public safety initiatives across British Columbia. The team includes fire service advisors, fire training specialists, and program professionals who collaborate with local governments, fire departments, and fire-related associations. The branch values diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration to help strengthen fire services and support safer communities across B.C.

The Role
The Junior Policy and Data Analyst supports the Director of Engagement and Policy by conducting research and policy analysis to help inform policy development and decision-making. In this role, you will analyze data from a variety of sources, identify trends, and present findings in clear and accessible ways to support projects, proposals, and strategic planning.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or other relevant field and 1 year of *related experience; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or other relevant field and 2 years of *related experience; OR
• A Diploma in Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics or other relevant field and 3 years of *related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related Experience must include all the following:

• Experience researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis.
• Experience managing complex cross government policy and programs.
• Experience working with Oracle‑based enterprise systems (or similar) and databases, including advanced experience using Excel to support reporting generation, data integrity and analysis.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with fire services, emergency response, or public safety data, including the analysis of trends, performance measures, or compliance information to support policy or strategic initiatives.
• Experience translating complex technical or statistical information into clear, accurate, and accessible products for non‑technical audiences, including senior leadership, stakeholders, or the public.
• Experience supporting policy development or evaluation involving multiple partners or jurisdictions, including local governments, fire services, or regulatory bodies.
• Experience conducting policy evaluation using quantitative and qualitative methodologies, including statistical modeling.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lori.Cascaden@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position available.
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.

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.

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.