BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
You will join the Public Libraries Branch, a collaborative team (based in a Victoria office) that provides leadership, funding, advice, and coordination to support public libraries and community literacy initiatives across British Columbia. Working closely with library partners, literacy organizations, and all levels of government, you will help advance policies, programs, and services that promote equitable access to information and high-quality library for communities throughout the province.

The Role
As a Policy and Project Analyst, you will lead policy and project initiatives that support public libraries and community literacy across British Columbia. Working with senior leaders, external partners, and contracted supports, you will help develop and enhance provincial policies, programs, grants, services, and other initiatives, while providing expertise in governance, accessible library services, grant administration, and community literacy.
You will research and analyze issues, make recommendations, coordinate project work, track progress toward objectives, and prepare materials for decision-making and implementation. The role calls for strong policy analysis, project management, relationship building, and communication skills, along with the ability to balance competing priorities, collaborate with diverse partners, and support multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors' Degree in business administration, public administration, or equivalent area of study and two (2) years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in business administration, public administration, or equivalent area of study and four (4) years of related experience; OR
• Certificate in business administration, public administration, or equivalent area of study and six (6) years of  related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

Related experience includes all of the following:

• Researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis.
• Building relationships with internal and/or external stakeholders.
• Producing written documentation including briefing notes, reports and/or slide decks for senior/executive audiences.
• Managing projects and/or project components.
• Using project management strategies and tools to achieve planned outcomes.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis in a public sector environment.

• Experience building relationships with external stakeholders.

• Experience leading projects. 

• Experience managing projects in collaboration with multiple stakeholders.

• Experience independently planning and managing large scale policy projects involving multiple parties.

• Experience with stakeholder engagement or relations.

• Experience with procurement, financial management, grant management and/or contracting.

Provisos /Willingness statement:

• This position may require occasional overnight travel throughout BC.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mari.Martin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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 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 such as details about your work experience and how it relates to the job requirements as outlined in the job profile.

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.