BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Employer Training Unit Team is part of the Labour Market Development & Immigration division within the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills. The team works in a high application processing environment to deliver the B.C. Employer Training Grant program. The program helps employers pay for training of their current or new employees and helps employers respond to their changing labour needs, invest in training for an adaptive and competitive workforce and supports employees across B.C. to gain needed job skills. .

The Role
In this leadership role, you will supervise and guide 8 adjudicators and 2 financial clerks through complex, independent decision-making and help ensure decisions are fair, consistent and aligned with eligibility criteria and program policies. You will support a respectful and inclusive workplace by coaching staff, responding to changing service needs and using diverse perspectives to strengthen programs, policies and service delivery. You will also provide advice on sensitive issues, prepare briefings for executive leadership and identify opportunities to improve processes and outcomes for the people and communities served.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma related to law, public or business administration or another related field; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) managing and supervising a team.
• Experience coaching, managing performance and mentoring a team.
• Experience developing, implementing and/or facilitating training for staff.
• Experience reviewing and analyzing complex multi-faceted issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in leading a team in an application-based program.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cameron.Ferrie@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position is available.
This is a temporary opportunity until 06/16/2028. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
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 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.

Join the BC Public Service, a Canada’s Top 100 Employers award winner that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth. Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

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.