BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Strategic Planning, Performance & Engagement Branch is a dynamic team providing expertise and services to executive and direct service leaders, including strategic and business planning, program evaluation and performance, employee engagement and communications, change management, implementation, interface, and reporting. We embrace a growth mindset and know that diverse perspectives lead to better results. Our work is fueled by collaboration and continuous learning, and our mission is to strengthen services for children, youth, young adults, and families across the province.

The Role
The Change Management Specialist is a skilled communicator and planner, able to create compelling, persuasive plans, content and activities to support direct service staff through change. As a skilled facilitator, the Change Management Specialist provides advice, expertise and consultation to program leaders and senior leadership to support a diverse portfolio of projects and initiatives from concept to completion. This position supports implementation of significant change across a number of high-profile projects, initiatives and programs.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in change management, project management, communications, marketing, journalism, leadership, or public sector management and two (2) years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in change management, project management, communications, marketing, journalism, leadership, or public sector management and three (3) years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in a related field (change management, project management, communications, marketing, journalism, leadership, or public sector management) and four (4) years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
   

Related experience must include the following:

• Experience leading change management initiatives with internal and external impacts.
• Experience coaching senior staff and project managers through their change management roles and responsibilities.
• Experience with change and project management principles and practices.
   

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Additional years of directly related experience.
• Two (2) or more years of experience writing a range of documents and content for senior leaders and executive (e.g. presentations, briefing notes, discussion papers, fact sheets, correspondence).
• Two (2) or more years of experience developing and implementing engagement or communications plans.
• Experience developing, fostering and maintaining effective relationships with executive, senior leaders, external partners and stakeholders.  
• Certification in change management by an accredited organization.
• Masters degree in change management, project management, communications, marketing, journalism, leadership, or public sector management.
• Self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mannat.Shergill@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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 from home up to 4 days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future 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.

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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. 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.

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.