BAND 3 - Senior Policy Manager

The Team
The Cannabis Secretariat develops, implements, and oversees policies for non-medical cannabis in British Columbia. Our goal is to support a strong, adaptable model for cannabis policy that serves B.C., Canada, and beyond. Key priorities include supporting a strong legal cannabis market while reducing illicit activity, increasing public awareness and education, building partnerships, and conducting research. We work closely with Indigenous communities and other stakeholders to enable policies that are inclusive, responsive, and effective, particularly in implementing and evaluating the impacts of cannabis legalization.

The Role
As a Senior Policy Manager, you will lead teams and initiatives to shape inclusive cannabis policies through collaboration with diverse partners across government and communities. This role offers a unique chance to drive forward-thinking policy in an evolving field that touches many areas of public interest.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, or related field and three (3) years of *related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• *Related experience includes:
  • Experience researching, analyzing and developing policy or comparably complex business advice.
  • Experience leading, planning, coordinating and managing complex projects and work assignments.

Preference may be given to applicants:

• Who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit.
• With substantial experience in a formal supervisory or project manager role.
• With substantial experience working on issues related to cannabis.
• With experience collaborating directly with First Nations and/or First Nations organizations.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Rachel.Bernal@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
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.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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.

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