BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Legislation Team is an established corporate services unit responsible for the development and administration of legislation and regulations for the Ministry of Post-Secondary and Future Skills. The team works closely with policy areas across the ministry, legal counsel, and the Office of Legislative Counsel to support legislative development, legal advice requests, and implementation of regulatory changes. You will join a collaborative team of six analysts that provides expertise on a wide range of legislative and policy matters affecting the post-secondary sector.

The Role
The Legislative Analyst researches and analyzes legislation, prepares legislative and regulatory documents, and supports the development of legally sound policies and programs. Responsibilities include drafting Cabinet submissions, requests for legislation, correspondence, briefing materials, and managing approval processes for orders and appointments. This role contributes to the implementation of legislation and regulations that support government priorities and policy changes across British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s degree and 1 year of related experience
• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of related experience; OR
• Diploma and 3 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework and 4 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include:

• Experience in legal, economic, social or legislative research and analysis.
• Experience dealing with senior officials and providing advice and recommendations.
• Experience dealing with issues of a cross-ministry and multi-jurisdictional nature.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience planning, establishing priorities, developing options and implementing complex projects/assignments.
• Experience conducting consultations with partners.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Matt.Dell@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until May 2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a 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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application.  The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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.