BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Knowledge Management Team in Strategic Services Branch develops and implements training programs, e-learning products, and job resources that support a large Service Delivery Division with over 1400 employees in 83 locations throughout the province.

The Role:
The Manager, Training Programs is responsible for the delivery of frontline staff training programs.  Key responsibilities include conducting learning needs analyses, nurturing positive working relationships with frontline partners, designing and implementing a comprehensive training calendar, guiding and mentoring the training team, and ensuring alignment of training initiatives with divisional goals. The position will appeal to someone who excels in a fast-paced working environment, is comfortable leading conversations with business area leadership, has great communication and listening skills, collaborates effectively with colleagues, and takes a solution-based approach to challenges. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in a related discipline, such as Adult Learning, Human Resources, or Business
• Two (2) or more years of related* experience
• Three (3) or more years of experience in a supervisory role
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Related* experience must include all of the following:

• Planning, developing, and implementing training or professional development initiatives in the social services sector
• Managing and scheduling large teams
• Managing partnerships with internal and external partners
• Project management including experience leading project teams

Preference may be given to applicants with the following experience:

• Two (2) or more years of supervisory experience, within the last five (5) years, in a frontline** service delivery position in the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
• Leading training and development work in the social services sector

**Frontline positions include Supervisors, Assistant Supervisors, Supervisor Administrative Services, Employment Assistance Workers (EAW), Quality Compliance Specialists (QCS), Community Service Workers (CSW), Adjudicators, and Community Integration Specialists.   

Willingness Statement:

• Must be willing and able to travel occasionally within the province

For questions regarding this position, please contact Anabel.Wind@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any Social Development and Poverty Reduction office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership.
Enhanced Security Screening 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 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.

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.