ADMN O 18R - Project Coordinator

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The Ministry of Children & Family Development is responsible for delivering programs and services to support positive and healthy outcomes for children, youth, young adults and their families across BC.

The Project Coordinator provides technical project/program management coordination functions for the development, evaluation, implementation, and modernization of the Ministry’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Program throughout the project management life cycle (i.e., initiation, planning, execution, control, and close-out). In addition, the Project Coordinator is directly accountable for assigned portions (e.g., sub-projects) of larger projects as an Emergency Management Unit team member.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in project management or a related field and 1-year related experience*; OR
• Certificate or coursework in project management or a related field and 2 years related experience*; OR
• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 3 years related experience*; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

**Related experience may have been gained in a professional, community or volunteer setting and includes all of the following:

• Developing/coordinating emergency management and/or business continuity projects.
• Using project management principles and practices.
• Tracking projects throughout the project life cycle and making recommendations to project leaders on revisions.
• Researching policy issues and/or conducting policy analysis.
• Developing internal and/or external guidance and/or standard operating procedures (e.g., could include “how to” documents for following regulations).
• Writing information and/or decision notes for senior decision-makers.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• Emergency management experience responding to natural and/or human-caused hazards.
• Experience with Business Continuity Planning and/or Emergency Management Planning.
• Experience working in an emergency operations centre or similar command and control environment.
• Experience working with and engaging with Indigenous Nations communities and/or organizations.
• Experience in the development of emergency drills and exercises.

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

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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.