BAND 3 - Director, Reporting Platform

Play a leadership role in supporting effective BC health system performance reporting!

The Ministry of Health is responsible for maintaining an accessible, high quality, affordable system for health service delivery that meets the needs of the citizens of the Province of BC. The Health System Information, Analytics and Reporting Division (HSIAR) is the primary source of high-value, actionable and integrated analytics and reporting services that inform strategic and operational decisions and drive improved health outcomes and health system performance.

The Ministry’s Data Management and Stewardship branch (DMS) provides leadership in the use of, and access to, health data to support evidence-informed decisions, policy, analysis and research directed to achieving improvements in health outcomes in British Columbia. The branch’s Data Warehouse Services (DWS) team operates and maintains the Ministry’s corporate data warehouse, Healthideas, the principal data and analytics platform supporting the Ministry and health sector’s needs.

The Director, Reporting Platform, plays a critical role in ensuring the effective ongoing operation and maintenance of the HSIAR’s reporting platform (applications and associated services and infrastructure), which includes user-friendly reporting portals. The primary focus of this position is to ensure that the reporting environment used to securely publish HSIAR’s portfolio of dynamic reports to Ministry and health system users is reliable, sustainable, and aligned with evolving stakeholder business requirements. Key responsibilities include developing and documenting processes, as well as overseeing day-to-day operations in accordance with industry best practices.

The successful applicate will leverage their strong communication and engagement skills while working with internal and external Health Sector business owners to meet their reporting needs. Additionally, managing vendor relationships to deliver necessary services for platform support, including maintaining feature backlogs and ensuring data privacy, is a crucial aspect of this role.

The ideal candidate will be process-oriented, have a technical background, and experience overseeing operational IT environments, including leading teams to successful outcomes. This position requires someone committed to teamwork and staff engagement. If you possess excellent communication, technical problem-solving, and organizational skills, and are ready for a new challenge, we look forward to receiving your application.

The Director, Reporting Platform is responsible for guiding the contribution of one or more product lines to business units.

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Health Informatics or other related discipline and a minimum of 3-years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Health Informatics or other related discipline and a minimum of 5-years of related experience; OR
• Certificate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Health Informatics or other related discipline and a minimum of 7-years of related experience
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Recent related experience must include all the following:

• Experience in a leadership role in the successful delivery of digital products or services; successful design, delivery and ongoing management of high-quality services which maximized opportunities offered by digital technology.
• Experience presenting status of project implementation / issues to Sr. Executives.
• Experience in project management at the enterprise level.
• Experience of current agile project management practices, open source, cloud platforms and digital services.
• Experience challenging and removing any unnecessary barriers to product delivery.

Preference may be given to those with experience in:

• Experience managing complex enterprise IM/IT projects with multiple interdependencies including major business transformations, strategic communications, and the oversight of system integrators.
• Experience with change management processes.
• Experience with the data analytics programs within the Health Sector such as Power BI, MicroStrategy and SAS.
• Experience with related UX practices and skills, including content design, content strategy and information architecture.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Rohit.Raina@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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.
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 - 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.

The Hospital And Community (Health Care And Other Services) Covid-19 Vaccination Status Information And Preventive Measures Public Health Order defines vaccination requirements in health care locations and where public service staff interact with certain heath care locations. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required for positions that fall under this Public Health Order. Applicants with questions about vaccination requirements for specific positions should reach out to the hiring manager identified in the job posting.

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.