BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Employee Research and Analysis team is one of the teams in BC Stats that provides survey and research support on priority topics. Projects handled by this team include equity-based research and the Work Environment Survey for the BC Public Service. The team supports partner groups through measurement and survey advice, statistical analyses, and in-depth reporting. The talented team is highly collaborative and values partnership, informed decision-making, and service excellence.

The Role
As Research Project Lead, you will oversee the work done by Research Analysts on the team and manage a suite of research projects. You will build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with partner groups, manage survey and research operations (intake, project management, timelines, final deliverables, recoveries, etc.), and provide expert leadership and advice to the Analysts. It is a rewarding opportunity to lead research and apply project leadership skills, while working with people who are curious, collaborative, and committed to making a meaningful difference for people in British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

Education in a social science or mathematics (e.g., statistics, economics, political science, sociology, psychology) with:

• Master’s degree or higher and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience*.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience*.
• Diploma and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience*.
• Certificate or related coursework and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience*.
• Equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and/or training*.

* Relevant experience must demonstrate experience with all of the following:

• Using project management methods (e.g., preparing project or work plans, managing project schedules and timelines, developing and maintaining service agreements, providing status reports, documenting processes).
• Leading quantitative research and/or analytical projects from start to finish (e.g., research design, conducting literature reviews, finalizing methodologies, data collection, applying analytical best practices, etc.).
• Producing final reports for quantitative research and/or analysis (e.g., for publication, for sharing with partner groups).
• Producing materials for different types of audiences (e.g., public, executive, etc.).
• Establishing and/or maintaining collaborative relationships with partner groups (e.g., clients, key interest parties, other areas of government, etc.). 

Preference MAY be given to applicants with experience:

• Managing complex quantitative research and/or analytical projects (e.g., multiple partner groups, multiple overlapping components, etc.);
• Managing or supervising others, and finalizing the work of researchers and/or analysts;
• Conducting and/or overseeing analyses using code-based methods and tools (e.g., R, Python, SQL, Git);
• Developing and/or maintaining databases (e.g., Fabric, SQL Server);
• Negotiating and managing contracts (e.g., with vendors, clients); OR
• Creating documents and presentations for leadership.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Stephanie.Hazlitt@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
One (1) opportunity is available.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved
telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete
list of locations.
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.