BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team

The Policy Team in the Forest Science, Planning and Practices Branch (FSPPB) plays a central role in shaping sustainable forest management policy for British Columbia. This established team provides guidance and interpretation of the Forest and Range Practices Act and its regulations, leads legislative and regulatory improvements, and supports major initiatives such as Forest Landscape Planning and the implementation of key government priorities. Working closely with subject matter experts, ministry partners, and other branches across government, the team helps influence the future of forest management and stewardship throughout the province.
 

The Role

The Senior Policy Analyst leads complex policy, legislative, and regulatory initiatives that support the Ministry’s Sustainable Forest Management Program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative work, including the development of Forest Landscape Plans and other significant forest management initiatives, while providing strategic policy advice, conducting in-depth analysis, and helping shape the future of forestry and land stewardship in British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or equivalent and 5 years of experience.
• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation and policy.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content

For questions regarding this position, please contact Julius.Huhs@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 05/07/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity. This position may be performed in other approved locations within the Province of BC, subject to the availability of suitable office space.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This posting may be used to establish a cross ministry eligibility list to fill future permanent vacancies for similar positions in multiple ministries and locations. Some positions may have flexible work options available. For more information, please visit cross-ministry eligibility lists FAQs. 
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.