BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team:
The Emergency Management Unit (EMU) is a small, collaborative team of six positions that leads and coordinates the Ministry’s emergency management program. The team works across the organization and with external partners to strengthen emergency planning, business continuity, preparedness, response coordination, and continuous improvement. EMU develops the policies, procedures, tools, and resources that help the Ministry prepare for and respond to emergencies while maintaining critical services for children, youth, and families. The team collaborates with ministry executives, program areas, other ministries, local governments, and emergency management partners to support informed and coordinated decision-making during emergencies. As an established and evolving unit, EMU offers a supportive environment where team members can make meaningful contributions, bring forward new ideas, and help shape the future of the Ministry’s emergency management program.

The Role:
The Emergency Management Analyst leads projects and initiatives that support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Ministry’s Emergency Management Program. The role conducts research and analysis, develops policies, plans, and recommendations, and collaborates with partners across the Ministry to strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. This position contributes to maintaining critical services for children, youth, and families by supporting effective planning, training, exercises, and continuous improvement activities. It offers a unique opportunity to work on both strategic program development and real-world emergency response, providing broad experience and meaningful public service impact. The role may also participate in after-hours emergency response activities, offering valuable hands-on experience during significant events

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree and six (6) months of related experience
• Bachelor’s Degree and one (1) year of related experience; OR
• Diploma and two (2) years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework and three (3) years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience must include all of the following:

• Experience managing projects and/or project components.
• Experience directing the work of staff and/or contracted resources.

Preferences may be given to applicants with the following:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Designation within 6 months of commencement of position preferred.
• Certified associate in project management (CAPM) certification preferred.
• Experience with Risk Management and Crisis Management (ICS/BCEMS) principles and practices.

Willingness statements

• May be required to work on-call and extended hours during emergency incidents and exercises.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Raya.Carillo@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is one (1) full time permanent position available.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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 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.