BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Heritage Conservation Act Transformation Project is an established, 12-person team of policy and engagement professionals leading the modernization of British Columbia’s Heritage Conservation Act in consultation and cooperation with First Nations and with engagement of external interested parties. Guided by the principles of reconciliation, equity, diversity and inclusion, the team is working to align the Act with the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and to ensure heritage decision-making is more inclusive, collaborative, and responsive to the needs of all people in B.C. As the Manager, Policy and Legislation, you will lead and support a team of talented policy professionals, including two Senior Policy Analysts, while collaborating with colleagues across government and external partners. This is an opportunity to work with a diverse group of creative thinkers who are passionate about solving complex challenges and making a meaningful impact on heritage conservation, community resilience, and Indigenous partnerships across the province.

The Role
As the Manager, Policy and Legislation, you will lead complex policy and legislative initiatives that support the modernization of British Columbia’s Heritage Conservation Act in partnership with First Nations. You will provide leadership and guidance to policy analysts, collaborate with legal and legislative partners, and develop key documents that inform government decision-making, helping to advance inclusive, culturally responsive policies that reflect diverse perspectives and support meaningful reconciliation. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the protection and appreciation of B.C.’s heritage resources. Your work will help ensure legislation better serves the needs of First Nations, communities, and all people across the province, while fostering respectful collaboration and equitable outcomes.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in a related discipline, such as public policy, law, business administration, communications or public administration, natural resource management, Indigenous studies, and related experience as indicated; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may also be considered.

Related Experience must include:

• Minimum of three years experience in the development of legislation and/or regulation and/or policy;
• Minimum one year experience engaging with First Nations communities and/or with local governments and/or industry;
• Minimum of three years experience developing briefing and presentation materials and other communication resources; and
• Experience leading and/or supervising a team.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Minimum one year of experience developing legislation and/or regulations.
• Experience in the development and delivery of First Nations and/or stakeholder engagement strategies and processes;
• Experience aligning legislation with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
• Experience briefing senior executive, leadership, or government officials.
• Experience in the Natural Resource Sector.
• Experience in archaeological / heritage resource management.
• Experience with the Heritage Conservation Act.
• Experience consulting with First Nations.
• Applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Elizabeth.Scambler@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until March 31, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work 2 or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based in a Natural Resource Sector office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Depending on the successful candidate’s location, a bi-weekly isolation allowance may apply.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

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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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.