BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Data Infrastructure and Operations (DIO) Unit is an established, collaborative team that delivers trusted data solutions that help inform decisions across British Columbia’s education system. Working alongside technical teams, school districts and government partners, you’ll contribute to data initiatives that support student success, improve accessibility to quality information, and help ensure decisions are informed by reliable, well-governed data. The team values curiosity, evidence-based decision-making, user-focused design, and diverse perspectives, creating an inclusive environment where people can learn, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

The Role
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine data quality assurance, data warehouse operations, and research to support evidence-based decision-making across British Columbia’s K-12 education system. You’ll help ensure the data used to inform policies, programs, and services for students is accurate, reliable, and accessible, while collaborating with others to solve complex challenges and explore meaningful research questions. With a balance of operational responsibilities and self-directed project work, this position is ideal for someone who is curious, analytical, and motivated by using data to help improve outcomes and create positive impacts for students from diverse communities across B.C.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, social sciences or a related field and one (1) year of *related experience; OR,
• Diploma in a related field and four (3) years *related experience; OR,
• Certificate in a related field and six (5) years *related experience; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

*Related experience includes:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience with SQL programming.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience with relational and/or object data modelling, data analysis, data warehousing techniques, data management principles, structured analysis and design.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience with Python programming.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research.
• Experience working with an Oracle data warehouse.
• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence tools.
• Experience and familiarity with Ministry of Education and Child Care datasets (demographics, results, transition, and satisfaction).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Nicholas.Fantin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.