BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
You will join the Construction Standards and Digital Solutions Branch within the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs, a team focused on improving how buildings are designed, constructed, and regulated across British Columbia. Working in a collaborative, matrix-style environment, you will partner with policy analysts, technical building code experts, and stakeholders across government and industry to develop solutions that support safe, accessible, and sustainable buildings.

The Role
As a Senior Policy Analyst, you will lead research, analysis, and the development of policies, regulations, and legislation related to the built environment. You will provide strategic advice to senior leadership and decision-makers on issues such as energy efficiency, public health and safety, accessibility, and building regulatory systems, while collaborating with industry partners, local governments, and other jurisdictions to support effective policy development and implementation.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, planning, building engineering, architecture, social sciences, or another related field, and a minimum of three (3) years of *related experience. 
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include the following:

• Experience in public policy research and analysis or in the development of legislation, regulation, or public policy.
• Experience writing for an executive/senior-level leadership audience (examples include reports, policy concept papers, presentations, briefing notes).
• Experience in managing, coordinating and/or leading complex projects and assignments. 

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following experience:

• Experience working with policies, regulations, bylaws, and/or regulatory systems related to buildings and construction in British Columbia. 
• Experience related to the development of policy, legislation, and/or codes in buildings.  
• Experience researching, analyzing, and evaluating regulatory programs and/or policies related to the construction sector.  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Aman.X.Gill@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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.
This is a temporary opportunity until April 2, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent 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.