BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Child and Youth Mental Health Policy team, located within the Policy, Legislation, and Litigation Division of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), leads cross-divisional and cross-ministry policy initiatives and is at the forefront of shaping mental health policies that impact children, youth, and families across British Columbia. Comprised of eight dedicated professionals, our team provides leadership in developing policies, legislation, programs, and services that align with government priorities. Our work is driven by best practices and cutting-edge research, with a strong focus on inclusivity. Through partnerships with provincial, service delivery, practice, and community organizations, we ensure that policy development and implementation are collaborative and equitable. Additionally, our team plays a key role in advancing prevention and early intervention strategies.

The Role
The Policy Analyst independently manages assigned policy development projects, focusing on the review and revision of existing Ministry programs and policies. The role supports strategic policy development and implementation planning related to mental health and substance use cross ministry initiatives, and requires strong analytical, research, and communication skills, as well as creativity and sound judgement. The successful candidate takes a thoughtful and proactive approach to managing complex projects, engaging diverse stakeholders, and building and maintaining effective relationships to advance policy and program objectives.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

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

Related Experience may include:

• Experience researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis.
• Experience providing advice and recommendations on policy, program or operational issues.
• Experience planning and managing projects and/or project components.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cheryl.Hall@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to 3 days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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.

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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.