BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Performance, Research and Evaluation (PREv) Unit is an established, collaborative team that brings together people with diverse academic and professional backgrounds to use research, data and evaluation to inform decisions across BC Corrections. You’ll work alongside research and analytical professionals, program and policy staff, operational leaders, and academic partners on meaningful projects that help shape programs, policies and services for people in custody and those under community supervision. The team values curiosity, knowledge-sharing and diverse perspectives, offering a supportive environment where people can learn from one another, develop their skills and contribute to evidence-informed improvements across the province.

The Role
As the Research Manager with the Performance, Research and Evaluation (PREv) Unit, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of researchers, provide guidance on complex research and program evaluations, and build partnerships that support responsible, evidence-informed research across BC Corrections. Working with staff, operational leaders, academic partners and other organizations, you will turn research findings into practical recommendations that help shape correctional programs, policies and services, ultimately improving outcomes for people in custody and those under community supervision. This is an opportunity to combine people leadership, research expertise and strategic thinking while contributing to meaningful improvements across the justice system.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in economics, public or business administration, mathematics, social science or related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in leading research projects which includes experience using research methodologies and experience in managing both quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Experience supervising, developing and empowering staff.
• Experience managing multiple projects or leading a component (e.g., sub-project) of a major project.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• A PhD.
• A criminal justice related degree (criminology, forensic psychology, correctional psychology, law).
• A minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience.
• Experience leading research teams and resources.
• Experience managing contracts and sponsored research agreements.
• Experience briefing and advising senior decision makers/executive.
• Experience representing government on inter-jurisdictional, cross-ministry, and/or multi-partner committees.
• Experience within the justice and public safety sector.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Leigh.Greiner@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 01/14/2028. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed; this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening 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.

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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: 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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.