BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Infrastructure and Finance Branch supports local governments across British Columbia by delivering infrastructure and financial assistance programs, providing advisory services, and promoting the long-term sustainability of local government services and assets. The team works closely with local governments, industry associations, and government partners to strengthen communities through strategic funding, sound financial management, and infrastructure investment.

The Role
The Director leads the development and delivery of infrastructure funding programs, policy initiatives, and strategic services that support sustainable local government infrastructure and service delivery across BC. This role provides expert advice, oversees program performance and compliance, and collaborates with a diverse range of partners to advance complex initiatives that help communities meet current and future infrastructure needs.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (Agriculture, Geoscience, Engineering, Resource/Environmental Management, Geography or other related disciplines. An equivalent combination of related education and experience may be considered.

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience providing comprehensive, integrated policy advice and recommendations at the Executive level in the public sector environment. 

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience leading development, implementation and managing funding programs in a provincial context. 

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience managing inter-governmental issues involving local governments and understanding of provincial roles in relation to resolving those issues and building relationships with a broad range of stakeholders towards demonstrated successful outcomes. 

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience with program budget development and controls (including experience with financial compliance and performance-based audits).

• Experience managing complex or contentious inter-governmental issues, particularly between the province and local government or First Nations, and building relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.

• Experience supervising multiple staff of varying professional backgrounds.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• More than the minimum years of experience required.

• Experience applying a local government infrastructure focus.

• Experience negotiating agreements and managing programs in a federal/provincial relations context.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lesya.Williams@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until October 1, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
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 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.
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 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.