BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
IPREM is an established, fun, and collaborative team made up of three Senior Project Managers. The team works closely with local government emergency program managers, other agencies, First Nation communities, and provincial ministries to improve emergency management across the Metro Vancouver region. Team members value the strong relationships they have built with partners and their ability to adapt to evolving needs and priorities.

The Role
The Senior Project Manager leads and manages projects identified in the annual Business Plan while building and maintaining strong relationships with partners to enhance emergency management planning support. This role offers the opportunity to work on interesting and large-scale projects that directly help communities better respond and adapt to emergency events. Candidates will be inspired by the opportunity to develop meaningful relationships with a wide range of partners while contributing to work that strengthens emergency management across the region.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in Emergency Management, Business Administration, Public Administration,  Communications, public policy, environmental studies or a related field AND three (3) years of related* experience; OR
• Diploma in Emergency Management, Business Administration, Public Administration,  Communications, public policy, environmental studies or a related field AND four (4) years of related* experience; OR
• Certificate in Emergency Management, Business Administration, Public Administration,  Communications, public policy, environmental studies or a related field AND five (5) years of related* experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
   

*Related experience must include all of the following:

• Building and managing collaborative relationships with multiple partners (different levels of government, First Nations etc.), including senior management and executive to develop and support project development.
• Organizing, developing, facilitating and leading workshops and emergency exercises with different levels of government, First Nations etc.
• Preparing contracts, leading project teams (consisting of professionals/subject matter experts) and directing the work of others (contractors, external partners).
• Leading and managing complex projects of large scale that have multiple project delivery components.
• Managing relationships with senior level partners (different levels of government, First Nations etc.) and leading partner engagement sessions including issues management and conflict resolution.
• Synthesizing and analyzing large amounts of information and data and summarizing and identifying issues/trends and generating options/recommendations in writing.
   

Preference may be given to applicants who have any of the following:

• Formal project management training and/or certification
• Formal training, certification or experience in emergency management or emergency planning

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Debra.Huitema@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
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.
There is currently a temporary opportunity available until April 1, 2028. This temporary opportunity may become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary 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.