BAND 3 - Director, People & Workplace Strategies - CLOSING DATE EXTENDED

Bring your strong leadership skills to this opportunity to promote change and foster development

The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions leads the Province of British Columbia in efforts to improve mental well-being and reduce substance use-related harms for all citizens. The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions leads the province in efforts to improve the mental well-being and reduce substance use-related harms for all British Columbians. The ministry has overall responsibility for the development of a provincial mental health and substance use system that is coherent, accessible, and culturally safe and effective for individuals and families across the lifespan.

Reporting to the Executive Director of People & Culture, the Director leads and/or delivers complex projects which may include but are not limited to strategic planning, workforce planning, program implementation and evaluation; organization reviews/scans; equity, diversity and inclusion, cultural safety and anti-racism, health and safety, talent management and change management initiatives in support of mandates, business objectives, and culture.

Job Requirements:

• A diploma in business, public administration, organization development, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, or related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible human resource experience*; OR
• An undergraduate degree in business, public administration, organization development, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, or related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible human resource experience*; OR
• A master’s degree in business, public administration, organization development, industrial/organizational psychology, human resources, or related field, and three (3) years of progressively responsible human resource experience. *

*Progressively responsible human resource experience should include a combination of developing, managing, and evaluating human resources and organizational development projects, programs and policies, such as:

• Equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging,
• Cultural safety and anti-racism,
• Mental health, well-being and safety,
• Performance consulting for business results,
• Strategic workforce planning, including succession planning,
• Organization scans and cultural audits,
• Talent management initiatives,
• Learning and development, including knowledge management,
• Leadership development and coaching, and
• Research, analysis, evaluation and measurement.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• A professional human resource and/or coaching designation, e.g., CPHR, CHRP, ACC, PCC, etc.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience providing advice and expertise on complex HR matters to executive/senior management.
• Three (3) or more years’ experience directly supervising a team of professionals which may include planning and directing their work, managing performance, resolving conflict and mentoring.
• Two (2) or more years of experience working in a public service or government environment.

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

About this Position:
POSTING AMENDED June 25, 2024: Closing date extended to July 4, 2024

This is a temporary opportunity until June 30, 2025. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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.
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: 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: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.