Senior Policy Analyst
Policy Analyst Science R27

2 Positions available.
An eligibility list may be established.
This position may be located in any Environment and Climate Change Strategy office: Cranbrook, Fort St. John, Kamloops, Nanaimo, Nelson, Penticton, Prince George, Smithers, Surrey, Victoria and/or Williams Lake.
This position may be performed in other approved locations within the Province of BC. For specific information about a location, applicants must contact the Hiring Manager to confirm if working remotely from that location could be considered.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

An opportunity to utilise your expert analysis and problem management skills

The Climate Action Secretariat (CAS), as a division of the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy, is responsible for leading and coordinating research, analysis, development and implementation of programs, strategies, policies, and legislation, that enable the mitigation of, and adaptation to, climate change, while supporting competitiveness and the development of a sustainable economy.

The Resilience and Indigenous Relations Branch has a dual role. The Branch’s Resilience Section provides cross-government support and leadership on climate adaptation. The Indigenous Relations Section provides leadership and support for government’s work with Indigenous partners on climate action, leads delivery of Indigenous community-based climate action programming, and provides a strategic hub for Indigenous partnerships, engagement, and consultation on climate action, including legislative and regulatory development.

The Branch, including the Indigenous Relations Section, works extensively with First Nations; Indigenous leadership, communities, and service organizations; other ministries; the federal government; local authorities; and other external partners such as academic institutions and NGOs.

The Senior Policy Analyst coordinates and leads the research, analysis, development and implementation of strategic policies and legislation the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change Strategy’s Climate Action Secretariat, within the Resilience and Indigenous Relations Branch.

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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.

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For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Marc.Imus@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

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

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• A Master’s Degree in public administration, business administration, social sciences or equivalent and at least 1 year of related experience; or a Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of related experience; or a Diploma and 4 years of experience; or a Certificate or coursework and 5 years of related experience.
  

Related experience must include:

• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation and policy.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content

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 in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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 (STANDARD): YES - You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.