BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Legislation, Litigation, and Legal Support Branch plays a critical role in supporting the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s mandate to serve children, youth, and families across British Columbia. Working closely with legal counsel, ministry staff, and leadership, the branch provides litigation, policy, and legislative support to ensure legal matters are managed effectively and that the ministry’s interests are represented in a fair, consistent, and informed manner.

The Role
The Litigation Analyst serves as a key liaison between the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Ministry of Attorney General counsel, coordinating the information, documentation, and instructions required to support litigation matters, including civil actions, appeals, human rights complaints, and judicial reviews. This role works collaboratively with legal counsel, ministry staff, and senior leadership to analyze complex issues, support witness preparation, facilitate legal processes, and ensure counsel have the information needed to effectively represent the ministry. The position offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in legislation, policy, and legal proceedings while contributing to work that supports the well-being of children, youth, and families throughout British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in Social Work, Law or other related discipline such as Public Administration, Indigenous Studies, or Child and Youth Care AND one (1) year of related experience*; or
• A degree in another discipline and three (3) years of related experience*; or
• •Diploma or Certificate in Social Work, Law or other discipline such as Public Administration, Indigenous Studies, Paralegal, or Child and Youth Care AND three (3) years of related experience*. 

Related experience* must include:

• Experience providing advice and recommendations to Executive.  senior management, or legal counsel, preferably on litigation or other legal issues.
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content.
• Experience negotiating with, influencing and working productively and cooperatively with internal and or external partners. 

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• One (1) or more years as a front-line MCFD social worker 
• Two (2) or more years direct experience with MCFD social work policy, practice and/or programs.
• Two (2) or more years of direct experience with litigation or litigation analysis.
• Additional years of related experience as defined above
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis, or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Diana.Moffat@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary/auxiliary opportunity until 10/29/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to four (4) 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 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.