BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Band 2 base position.

Job Overview
The Professional Conduct Unit (PCU) receives and investigates complaints and reports about teacher conduct and competence on behalf of the Commissioner, prepares and administers consent resolutions and facilitates informal resolution at the Commissioner’s direction and delegation under the Teachers Act.  The PCU also coordinates the hearing process from the issuance of citation to execution of a hearing panel decision.

The Investigator independently collects and analyses evidence, manages a caseload of investigation files, and completes comprehensive investigation reports relating to professional misconduct, conduct unbecoming, and “fit and proper person” concerns for discipline and certification decision making.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in law or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• One (1) year working on and independently managing case files in a regulatory, investigative, or legal setting.
• Experience interviewing for the purpose of finding facts. 

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience interviewing using trauma informed practice in a sensitive environment.
• Experience interviewing minors.
• Experience working in the education sector.
• French language proficiency.
• Additional years of experience in any of the above requirements and/or preferences.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Helen.Grieve@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is excluded from union membership.
Flexible work options are available. This position may be able to work up to 4 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.