BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a grid 24 base position.

Job Overview
The Practice Consultant is responsible to develop, implement and evaluate operational policies/procedures; identify learning gaps to inform the development of staff orientation and training programs; and to provide evidence-based advice and direction to the ECE Registry Leadership regarding staff practice to ensure consistent, quality practice and adherence to administrative law principles.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Early Childhood Education or a related field such as Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education, Social/Health Services, and 2 years *related experience; OR
• Certificate in Early Childhood Education or a related field such as Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education, Social/Health Services, and 3 years *related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of post secondary education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include all the following:

• Interpreting and applying legislation, regulations, and policy in complex situations.
• Developing, implementing and evaluating operational policies/procedures, and practice tools.
• Leading multiple projects from conception to completion within a collaborative work environment.
• Supervising staff who manage projects and/or project components.
• Facilitating training and/or workshops for adults.
• Working in a regulatory environment (e.g. professional regulation or compliance and enforcement) and/or experience as a licensee or manager of a licensed childcare facility.
• Working with technical teams and applications to translate business processes into digital workflows.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field such as Child and Youth Care, Social Work, Education, Social/Health Services.
• Holds, held or has eligibility to hold an ECE Basic and Post-basic ECE Certification in British Columbia.
• Experience working in a licensed childcare facility and/or in the early care and learning sector.
• Experience designing and developing websites and managing platforms that provide user-friendly access to program content.
• Experience applying principles of administrative law and/or natural justice.
• Experience analyzing and evaluating program performance.
• Experience establishing collaborative relationships with all levels of staff, including senior management, and/or external stakeholders.
• Experience in the development, review, and implementation of competency-based curriculum.
• Additional years of experience in any of the above requirements and/or preferences.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Karen.Baylis@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available. This position may be able to work some days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. Please contact the hiring manager for further details or if you have any questions.
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.

How to Apply:
Your resume 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: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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.