BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Data Team is a small, established team within the Business Information Services Section that helps BC Timber Sales get the most value from its data and information. Working closely with colleagues across the province, the team supports trusted decision-making by improving how data is managed, analyzed, and shared, while fostering collaboration, respect, and inclusion across diverse disciplines and perspectives. As a Data Specialist, you’ll be part of a supportive team of three and work alongside analysts, GIS specialists, foresters, operational staff, and leaders to solve complex challenges, build strong relationships, and ensure reliable information is available to support BCTS programs and services.

The Role
As a Data Specialist, you will help turn complex data into trusted information that supports decision-making across BC Timber Sales. Working with people from a variety of backgrounds, disciplines, and perspectives, you’ll provide advice on data management, analysis, quality, and reporting, while building collaborative relationships and supporting inclusive, informed outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, contribute to sustainable forest management and reconciliation efforts, and make a province-wide impact through data-driven solutions that benefit communities, partners, and British Columbians.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
•    Master’s degree in computer science, geomatics, resource management or related field and 1 year of related experience; OR
•    Bachelor’s degree in computer science, geomatics, resource management or related field and 2 years of related experience; OR
•    Diploma in computer science, geomatics, resource management or related field and 3 years of related experience; OR
•    Certificate or course work in computer science, geomatics, resource management or related field and 4 years of related experience; OR
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience may include:
•    Experience developing and managing large attribute data sets and experience with database management tools and applications.
•    Experience developing reporting methodologies and performing custom data modelling, complex analyses and interpretations.
•    Experience designing, gathering and testing business requirements, complex queries and report designs.
•    Experience with writing complex SQL queries and optimized SQL-based ETL pipelines.

Preferences

•    Experience in BCTS workflows and processes.
•    Experience in client service including prioritizing, troubleshooting and resolving client data and reporting issues.
•    Experience in programming languages such as Python or R.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Janie.Ramsey@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based in any BC Timber Sales office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to full time at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or 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.