BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Policy & Legislation Division supports the Ministry of Finance by providing analysis and advice on economic, fiscal, and tax policy. Within the Division, the Finance Reporting and Enhanced Data Analysis Branch (FREDA) uses data to support fair and effective public policy. The team works on issues that affect people across British Columbia, including housing, income supports, and taxation. We value respectful collaboration, different perspectives, and thoughtful use of data in the public interest.

The Role
The Lead Data Scientist leads large and complex analytical projects that support tax policy, compliance, market regulation, and other ministry priorities. The role involves working with large datasets, building models, and interpreting results to inform decisions. The Lead Data Scientist provides clear analysis to senior leaders, works closely with policy and technical colleagues, and helps guide how data is used responsibly and consistently across the branch.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in economics, statistics, math, or similar quantitative discipline
• Experience using SQL to query a database
• Experience using R or Python programming languages.
• Experience leading project teams and acting as a technical resource to other staff
• At least four (4) years of experience leading complex research projects/assignments.
• At least four (4) years of experience providing informational materials, advice, and recommendations (both written and oral) to senior staff.
   

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Graduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Experience building machine learning models.
• Experience of forensic data analytics or statistical fraud detection. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jannea.Bridge@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
2 Positions available.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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.