BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team

The Information Policy and Disclosure team is an established group of about 35 employees who support information policy, records management, and disclosure services across the ministry. Working closely with partners across policy, service delivery, and project teams, they help ensure information is managed responsibly and shared appropriately, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace that values diverse perspectives, expertise, and a strong commitment to service.

The Role

This role provides leadership in information management, records management, and disclosure services, helping ensure information is handled responsibly and shared appropriately. It offers the opportunity to lead meaningful work that supports government transparency and accountability, while collaborating with diverse partners on new and evolving initiatives, including Indigenous jurisdiction in child and family services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of a degree in a related discipline (e.g. social science, public administration, or law) or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Equivalency is a diploma or certification in a related discipline (public administration, records management, information management, privacy) plus 5 or more years of progressive experience in one of the following (policy development, records management, privacy, information management, access and disclosure).
• Minimum three years of experience progressive experience in one of the following (policy development, records management, privacy, information management, access and disclosure).
• Experience collaborating with partners to accomplish significant change.
• Minimum two years experience managing staff or project teams.
• Minimum two years experience in policy development.
• Significant experience with partner engagement with multiple internal and external sources.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany.Jackson@gov.bc.ca or Steven.Yong@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until December 31, 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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.