BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Business Analyst will join the Plant and Animal Health Branch (PAHB), supporting a diverse team that includes the Animal Health Centre, Plant Health Laboratory, Business Operations Unit, and Office of the Chief Veterinarian. The team works collaboratively with colleagues, technical specialists, vendors, and partners to deliver effective business and technology solutions that support plant and animal health services. The team values collaboration, diverse perspectives, knowledge sharing, and an inclusive approach to solving challenges and improving services.

The Role
As a Business Analyst, you will work closely with a range of stakeholders to understand business needs, improve processes, and support the development and enhancement of business applications and information systems. You will lead and coordinate multiple projects, from gathering requirements and planning through implementation, testing, training, and ongoing support, while providing technical guidance and resolving complex system issues. This is a full-time, on-site position based in the office, offering an opportunity to contribute your skills, ideas, and perspectives in a collaborative environment where respectful communication, accessibility, and inclusive decision-making are valued.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Business Analysis, Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field and two (2) years of related experience. 
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience performing business analysis, including gathering, documenting, and validating business requirements.
• Experience analyzing complex business processes and identifying opportunities for system improvements.
• Experience supporting the implementation, integration, or enhancement of business applications.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and technical specialists.
• Experience supporting system testing, configuration, implementation, user acceptance testing (UAT), and system validation.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience with Oracle relational database systems, PL/SQL, java, sh, html and xml.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Benjamin.Vriesen@gov.bc.ca or Eduardo.Leite@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position requires full-time, in-person work in Abbotsford.
This is a temporary/auxiliary opportunity until July 31, 2028. This 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.
Security Screening Wording
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.