BAND 2 - Manager, Blood Services

Bring your strong leadership skills to this dynamic team environment

The Laboratory and Blood Services Branch provides strategic oversight, policy development and evaluation for health sector pathology and laboratory medicine services and blood services in the province. The Laboratory and Blood Services Branch is responsible for overall strategic planning, policy development, monitoring and evaluation for two lines of provincial health care business: laboratory services and blood services. In this capacity, the Branch establishes and fosters key stakeholder relationships; negotiates and implements agreements related to its key clinical areas; develops, implements and evaluates strategic initiatives and projects for the efficient and effective provision of services; and supports the Minister of Health in the Minister’s role as a Corporate Member of Canadian Blood Services, which is the national agency responsible for providing blood and blood products to the health care system.

The Manager, Blood Services manages major policy initiatives, developing, and implementing strategic policy and business planning processes and providing research and analysis in support of negotiations.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in business/public administration or a related field and a minimum of 3 years of progressive and related* experience OR
• Diploma in business/public administration or a related field and a minimum of 4 years of progressive and related* experience OR
• No degree and a minimum of 5 years of progressive and related* experience.

*Related experience must include:

• Managing issues including identification, analysis, and resolution.
• Business writing experience in a variety of formats and for a variety of audiences.
• Reviewing and analyzing complex (multifaceted) issues, assessing options, and developing resolution strategies.
• Strategic planning and business review exercises.
• Negotiation experience.
• Working effectively with internal and external partners.
  

Preference may be given to applicants who:

• Identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
  

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

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to four (4) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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 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