BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The BC Coroners Service is a dedicated and diverse team working across British Columbia to ensure public safety by investigating sudden, unnatural, and unexpected deaths. With a commitment to transparency and impartiality, this team makes meaningful recommendations to enhance community safety and reduce future harm. They value the diverse perspectives of all team members and work collaboratively to make a positive impact on the lives of British Columbians. Additional details may be found at: www.gov.bc.ca/coroners/.

The Role
As a Coroner, you’ll lead complex and sensitive death investigations to determine who died, and when, where, how, and by what means. Reporting to the Unit Director, you’ll work in a fast-paced, culturally respectful environment, often taking over cases from Field Coroners or conducting your own when needed.

Your work includes reviewing medical histories, assessing scenes, determining the need for post-mortems, and preparing detailed reports or presiding over inquests. You’ll also provide important updates to families and may make recommendations to help prevent future deaths.

This is a unique opportunity to serve the public, support grieving families, and contribute to meaningful change in your community.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in health, legal, social sciences or a related field, plus five (5) years’ relevant experience. An *equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience working collaboratively with multiple agencies.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience producing a variety of documents, such as case notes, briefing materials and reports.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in effectively communicating with individuals in sensitive or emotional circumstances.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience working independently and managing cases to timely completion.

*An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience includes the following:

• College diploma or certificate and minimum seven (7) years of experience in each of the following areas: (a) working collaboratively with multiple agencies; (b) producing a variety of documents, such as case notes, briefing materials and reports; (c) gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources; (d) effectively communicating with individuals in sensitive or emotional circumstances; and (e) working independently and managing cases to timely completion.
• Highschool diploma and minimum ten (10) years of experience in each of the following areas: (a) working collaboratively with multiple agencies; (b) producing a variety of documents, such as case notes, briefing materials and reports; (c) gathering, synthesizing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources; (d) effectively communicating with individuals in sensitive or emotional circumstances; and (e) working independently and managing cases to timely completion.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Investigative case management and/or field experience.
• Minimum of one (1) year field investigative case management experience.
• Previous experience as a section 55 Community/Field Coroner in British Columbia. 
• Applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).

*Please refer to the job profile for the full list of provisos/willingness statements and special requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alin.Florea@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) temporary opportunity until March 31st, 2027. These positions may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position is excluded from union membership.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening 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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.