BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The West Coast Maritime Office (WCMO) is an established team within the DAAMM branch that advances strategic initiatives, policies, and partnerships to support economic development and sector growth in British Columbia. The team works collaboratively with partners across government, industry, Indigenous Nations, and other stakeholders to address complex opportunities and challenges that are priorities for the Province. Reporting to the Director, Industry Initiatives, the Senior Manager is a key member of the WCMO leadership team and is expected to supervise one or more direct reports while working closely with colleagues across the branch to deliver integrated policy and industry development outcomes.

The Role
This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead complex, high-profile work that requires strong project management, strategic leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills. The Senior Manager is responsible for advancing executive priority initiatives from concept through implementation, coordinating across multiple organizations and jurisdictions, and building effective partnerships to achieve shared objectives. As a visible representative of the team, the Senior Manager engages regularly with senior government officials, industry leaders, and other external partners, providing advice, leading presentations, building social license, and helping shape solutions that support long-term economic and sector development goals.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in commerce, economics, business administration, public administration or a related field.

• A minimum of three (3) years of related senior level experience in the following areas: 

  • Policy and/or program analysis and development. 

  • Strategic planning, strategy development and business case development.

  • Working collaboratively across functional organizational units to deliver high-profile and/or sensitive projects. 

  • Providing advice to senior government officials with regard to issues and recommending appropriate solutions and strategies.

  • Providing direct customer/client service.

  • Management of staff and/or project teams.

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
   

Preference may be given to candidates with: 

• Managing projects involving multiple components, milestones, deliverables and stakeholders, partners, or cross-functional teams. 

• Additional experience beyond the minimum years required for the position.
   

Proviso: 

• Overnight travel within the province may be required. 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tamara.chwist@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 06/04/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to three (3) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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 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.