BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Band 3 base position

Job Overview
Reporting to the Senior Director of Legislation, the Manager, Policy and Legislation leads complex policy and legislative projects that support the branch’s priorities and respond to emerging issues. This role involves researching, analyzing, and shaping policy options by considering diverse perspectives, including those of different communities, ministries, and jurisdictions, to ensure balanced and inclusive outcomes. Working with a high level of independence, the Manager helps develop timely, thoughtful solutions that reflect equity, diversity, and inclusion while aligning with government goals.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in public policy, law, public administration, or political science.
• Experience conducting research and policy analysis; demonstrated ability to analyze, research, plan and deliver new programs.
• Experience working with senior government officials and senior level professions.

Related experience must include all of the following: 

• Experience researching, analyzing, developing and delivering complex policy and legislation initiatives or program reforms.
• Experience working with teams and committees of senior managers.
• Experience developing and providing options and policy recommendations to enable decisions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cole.Winegarden@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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: 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.
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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.