BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

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

Job Overview
Employers’ Advisers research and interpret the Workers Compensation Act (the “Act”), the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and applicable policies to provide expert services to employers. The EAO’s services range from providing inquiry-based advice and assistance, to more complex assistance involving representation services to employers at WorkSafeBC, the Review Division or the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Tribunal. Representation services include researching and analysing complex and controversial evidentiary and legal issues and preparing written submissions or presenting oral arguments at hearings and mediations. An Employers’ Adviser has considerable decision-making authority and may act as a respondent or may exercise authority granted under section 300 of the Act to initiate an appeal for deemed employers. Additionally, Employers’ Advisers provide educational services by way of webinars, in-person seminars and guest speaking engagements. 

The nature of the work is diverse and complex, requiring management of a high volume and demanding caseload, necessitating expeditious and precise decision-making and the balancing of competing priorities. The issues are often controversial, precedent-setting, and the work environment may be contentious as it operates in the sphere of the employer/labour community. 

The EAO’s clients come from all sectors of the BC economy including industries as diverse as mining, oil and gas, food wholesalers and retailers, vehicle and equipment sales and services, fishing, flying, and computer operations.  A full range of industrial undertakings is represented in an Employers’ Adviser’s caseload requiring a diverse skill set and strong communication skills. Employers’ Advisers must ensure their clients understand their rights and responsibilities under the Act and the importance of their participation in the workers’ compensation system. Additionally, Employers’ Advisers must be able to interact with, and be sensitive to, a large multicultural clientele. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• University degree in a related discipline (i.e. law, psychology, human resources, occupational health & safety, etc.) or equivalent combination of education, training and experience (i.e. CRSP, CPHR, etc.). 

• Experience providing advice and assistance concerning various types of legislation, regulations, policies or procedures. 

• Experience researching, preparing and providing written or oral submissions, or legal arguments, to boards/tribunals/commissions or other regulatory bodies, OR 

  • Adjudicating and writing decisions in an administrative law setting, OR 

  • Conducting or representing parties at mediations. 

• Experience preparing and presenting materials for education or training purposes to audiences of 10 or more, in-person or virtually.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience in occupational health and safety (prevention), disability/injury/claims management, assessments (insurance) or medical-legal review. 

• Experience with the BC workers' compensation system. 

• Fluency in a second language.

Willingness statements:

• Applicant must be willing to travel when required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact karry.kainth@eao-bc.org.

About this Position:
This position is based in Kelowna. A position available in Victoria a is posted under REQ 123073.
Flexible work options are available; upon completion of training, this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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: 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.