BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Agricultural Land Commission works at the intersection of agriculture, land-use planning, policy, and public service. Together, they support decision-making that helps protect BC's agricultural land, review land-use applications, engage with local governments, First Nations and other partners, and promote compliance with legislation. Through their diverse expertise and collaborative approach, the team helps ensure the Agricultural Land Reserve remains a vital resource for future generations.

The Role:
As a senior leader at the ALC, the Director, Policy and Planning is at the centre of some of British Columbia's most important land-use decisions. Reporting to the CEO, this role provides strategic leadership on complex applications, policy development, legislative initiatives, and governance matters, while building strong relationships with government, Indigenous, and community partners. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence issues of provincial significance and help safeguard one of British Columbia's most valuable resources - the Agricultural Land Reserve.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in land use planning, resource management planning, policy planning or other related discipline such as geography, agricultural/rural studies, public administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive senior management experience or leader of staff attaining a senior manager level in a planning, regulatory or policy analysis/development environment and/or dealing with land use planning in a public or private sector organization.
• Experience developing and implementing new legislation, regulations, or policies.

Preference may be given to those with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience in Land Use Planning.
• Agricultural sector experience.
• Business and strategic level planning.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid BC Driver’s Licence.
• Some travel is required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Avtar.Sundher@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment July 24th, 2026: posting closing date extended to August 4th, 2026.
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position is located in Burnaby.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in Burnaby.
This position is excluded from union membership.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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 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 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 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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

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.