POL SC 27R - Senior Policy Analyst
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Requisition Number: 126666
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Job Category: Natural Resource Sector,Policy, Research and Economics
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Classification: Policy Analyst - Science R27
Temporary End Date: July 8, 2028
Description
The Team
The Industrial Reporting and Control team is a collaborative group of professionals responsible for administering B.C.'s industrial greenhouse gas reporting and compliance programs. The team combines policy, compliance, technical, and operational expertise to support regulated industries, conduct detailed reviews of industrial emissions reports, provide regulatory interpretation and guidance, and ensure the effective implementation of complex legislative and regulatory requirements. Working closely with industry, verification professionals, and government partners, the team applies both technical and analytical expertise to support credible reporting, regulatory compliance, and continuous program improvement.
The Role
As a Senior Policy Analyst, you will play a key role in administering and supporting B.C.'s industrial greenhouse gas emissions reporting and compliance programs. The position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to interpret and apply complex legislation, regulations, and technical methodologies. You will conduct detailed analysis of industrial emissions reports and regulatory requirements, provide advice and recommendations on regulatory and compliance matters, develop guidance materials, and work collaboratively with industry representatives, verification professionals, and colleagues across government. This role is well suited to candidates with experience in regulatory administration, compliance, environmental or technical reporting, policy analysis, or other fields requiring the interpretation and application of complex legislative and technical requirements.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- A university degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management, science, engineering or equivalent, and 3 years of *related experience; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
*Related experience must include:
- Experience developing or implementing legislation, regulation, a program, or a significant policy.
- Experience managing projects and leading project components.
- Experience analyzing, writing, and communicating summaries, briefing notes and/or reports on technical or scientific subjects for non-technical readers.
Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the following:
- Experience developing, implementing, administering, or analyzing carbon pricing, emissions reporting, emissions trading, offset, or industrial decarbonization programs.
- Experience interpreting, developing, implementing, or administering legislation, regulations, compliance requirements, or regulatory programs.
- Experience quantifying, reporting, verifying, or reviewing greenhouse gas emissions.
- Experience engaging with external stakeholders such as industry representatives, consultants, First Nations, other governments, or regulated entities.
- Experience working with industrial facilities in sectors such as mining, oil and gas, cement, pulp and paper, lime, LNG, manufacturing, or other emissions-intensive industries.
- Experience administering or supporting environmental, energy, natural resource, or industrial regulatory programs.
- Experience analyzing quantitative data to support policy, regulatory, or program decision-making.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Shannon.Goldade@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 a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
There are 2 temporary positions available.
This position can be based in any Energy and Climate Solutions office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
There is one temporary/auxiliary opportunity until Aug 28, 2027, and one temporary/auxiliary opportunity until July 8, 2028 These position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Working for the BC Public Service:
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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.