An excellent opportunity to apply your analytical expertise

Citizens’ Services plays an integral role in the delivery of services to British Columbia’s citizens, businesses and government.

Every day, our teams work with our partners to create opportunities, find innovative solutions, and implement the changes that support and enable government to achieve its priorities for British Columbians.

Service BC is the government’s chief provider of services to citizens and businesses. Service BC works with all ministries to design and co-ordinate improved service delivery through various access points (telephone, online and in-person) to make it easy for citizens and businesses to find the information and services they need. Services are delivered by staff and through service agreements with private sector service providers.

The role of the Policy Analyst is to provide research and policy analysis/evaluation to support policy development projects focused on the review and revision of existing ministry programs or legislation.

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in political science, public administration, business administration, or a related field of study. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum one (1) year experience researching policy issues and conducting policy analysis.
• Minimum one (1) year experience with written, verbal and/or visual presentations.
• Minimum one (1) year experience managing projects and/or project components.
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).
  

Preferences:

• Preference may be given to candidates with experience working with the statutes BC Corporate Registry is responsible for administrating and operating.
• Preference may be given to candidates with experience working on teams using Agile methodologies for projects.
  

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

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity for 12 months. This opportunity 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 permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens’ Services.

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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

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

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.

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.