BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Disaster Financial Assistance (DFA) Team helps people, businesses, organizations, and communities recover after disasters. Our team reviews applications for financial assistance and makes sure funding is provided fairly and consistently following legislation and policy. We are a supportive and collaborative group that works together to solve complex problems and help British Columbians when they need it most.

The Role
As an Adjudication Analyst, you will review applications for disaster financial assistance and determine whether applicants qualify for funding. You will gather and assess information, investigate complex situations, and apply legislation and policy to make fair and well-supported decisions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, critical thinking, and meaningful work that helps people and communities recover after disasters.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in business administration, public administration, commerce, economics, law, emergency management or a related discipline, AND one (1) year of related experience*; OR 
• Certificate in business administration, public administration, commerce, economics, law, emergency management or a related discipline, AND two (2) years of related experience*; OR 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience providing advice and guidance to the public and other interest holders on program administration.
• Experience reviewing documents or applications for completeness and making recommendations for approval.
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, regulations and/or policies.
• Experience developing and implementing operational materials (e.g., policy, procedure, practices).

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

• Experience working with and engaging with First Nations communities and/or organizations.
• Experience working with Emergency Recovery programs.
• Experience working with private sector entities (e.g., homeowners, tenants, small businesses, farms, charity organizations) or governments to assess technical information, determine eligibility and process payments.

For questions regarding this position, please contact catherine.morrison@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until June 18, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent 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 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.