BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Marine, Air and Rail Services (MARS) Branch, within the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, works to support safe, reliable and accessible transportation for people and communities across British Columbia. As part of the Programs Unit, the Passenger Transportation Accessibility Program (PTAP) team helps improve access to transportation by delivering funding programs that support wheelchair-accessible taxis and improve transportation for people who require accessible transportation services. The team works with applicants, funding recipients, service providers and partners to help ensure people with different abilities and needs can access the transportation services they rely on.

The Role
As a Grant Analyst, you will help deliver funding programs that improve accessible transportation across British Columbia. You will review grant applications, assess eligibility, make funding recommendations and work directly with applicants and funding recipients to explain requirements, provide guidance and monitor compliance. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to fair and equitable funding decisions while supporting inclusive transportation services that help people with diverse abilities and needs participate more fully in their communities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in a field related to the program or equivalent, e.g., Courses in accounting, bookkeeping and contract management; completion of the Financial Management Certificate Program and related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education/training/experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Administrative experience in an office setting. 
• Experience providing information to clients electronically, over the telephone and in writing.
• Experience populating/maintaining program databases.
• Experience assessing completeness of applications and resolving discrepancies.
• Experience managing a high-volume workload, with tight timelines and shifting priorities.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience providing complex information and advice to clients or the public regarding programs or services.
• Experience interpreting and applying guidelines, policy or procedures in a work environment that assesses applications.
• Experience making and communicating substantive decisions affecting other people under tight timelines.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Ashley.Chaplin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
 This position can be based in any Ministry of Transportation and Transit office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
This is a temporary/auxiliary opportunity for seven (7) months. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 or more 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.
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.