BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Analytics team is an established group of data professionals who transform complex information into meaningful insights that help improve employment programs and services across British Columbia. As part of this collaborative team of economists, data scientists, analysts, and technical specialists, you will work together to develop Power BI dashboards, strengthen data quality, and deliver evidence-based analytics that support informed decision-making. The team values curiosity, diverse perspectives, and inclusive problem-solving, creating an environment where people challenge assumptions, learn from one another, and develop practical solutions that make services more accessible and effective for the communities they serve.

The Role
As a Senior Data Analyst, you will lead the development of Power BI dashboards, data models, and analytical products that help shape employment programs and services across British Columbia. You will analyze complex data, identify trends, improve reporting processes, and translate business needs into clear insights and recommendations that support decision-making by senior leadership. Through your work, you will help strengthen equitable, evidence-informed services by improving how the ministry understands client needs, measures outcomes, and responds to emerging challenges, ensuring programs better support diverse individuals and communities across the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Master’s degree and 1 year of related experience; OR
• 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.

Years of related experience must be in each of the following:

• Experience at leveraging structured and unstructured data sources to conduct quantitative analysis.
• Experience using Power BI to develop dashboards, data models, and visualizations to support performance monitoring and executive decision-making.
• Experience with machine learning, clustering, and classification techniques to analyze diverse sources of data.
• Experience determining appropriate use of various problem structuring methods and statistical methods for sampling, distribution assessment, bias, and error.
• Experience creating and delivering executive-level presentations for the purpose of decision making.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• More years of experience using Power BI to develop dashboards, data models, and visualizations to support performance monitoring and executive decision-making.

For questions regarding this position, please contact shan.wei@gov.bc.ca                           

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to 5 days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary 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.

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.