BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Revenue Sharing Policy team, part of the Fiscal Partnerships Branch, provides strategic policy leadership and program oversight for provincial revenue-sharing initiatives that support strong partnerships with First Nations. This established team of approximately six professionals works collaboratively with regional teams, partner ministries, central agencies, legal and financial experts, and First Nations to negotiate and implement agreements that advance reconciliation, support sound fiscal management, and contribute to positive social, economic, and community outcomes across British Columbia.

The Role
As a Negotiator, you will lead and coordinate the negotiation, renewal, implementation, and oversight of key revenue-sharing agreements and related policy initiatives, while providing strategic advice on program delivery, fiscal management, and agreement development. This dynamic leadership opportunity combines negotiation, policy, program management, and financial oversight and offers the chance to build trusted relationships with First Nations and government partners, resolve complex issues, and contribute directly to meaningful economic outcomes and government-to-government relationships. The position is well suited to a collaborative and strategic leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, supervises staff, and is motivated by work that advances reconciliation and delivers tangible benefits to communities throughout the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• University degree in a relevant field and experience in negotiations, policy, or program management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience leading negotiations and multi-partner engagement processes. Experience managing programs, financial processes, and complex projects.
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations and communities.
• Experience in multi-party negotiations in a cross-cultural setting.
• Experience providing strategic advice to senior government officials (or private sector equivalent) on project/negotiations status.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Individuals who identify as Indigenous.
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations and/or communities.

Provisos

• Minor travel expectations to various locations in the province.
• Must have a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license and be legally able to rent a vehicle in British Columbia.

For questions regarding this position, please contact melanie.finley@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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. 
This posting is to establish an eligibility list for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies. 
This position is currently under review for exclusion.
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.

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.