.A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Economy Sector is comprised of four Ministries including the: Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development, and Innovation; Ministry of Municipal Affairs; Ministry of Labour; and Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport. The Management Services Division provides services to corporate planning, financial services, information systems, facilities management, and strategic human resources (SHR).

The Internal Communications unit’s mandate is to develop ministry internal communications plans; prepare communication materials on behalf of ministry executive staff; design and maintain the intranet site; and coordinate internal ministry events.

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience

• Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English or equivalent.
  • An equivalent amount of education and related experience may be accepted.
• One (1) years’ experience writing and editing communications materials.
• One (1) years’ experience using software such as, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator and content management systems for web products.
  

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Certified to use CMS Lite
• Two (2) or more years experience:
  • writing and editing communications materials.
  • experience using software such as, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator and content management systems for web products.
    

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

About this Position:
Remote work is allowed. This position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia as per the 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 for future permanent and temporary opportunities

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume required: 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 (COMPREHENSIVE) - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.