ECON 30R - Senior Economist - Closing date extended

A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs helps make B.C. communities great places to live by taking leadership in supporting local governments, not-for-profit organizations and residents to build vibrant and healthy communities that are well governed, liveable, safe and diverse as well as economically, socially and environmentally resilient.

The Immigration Policy and Integration Branch undertakes comprehensive policy analysis to provide strategic advice to elected officials and senior executives on all matters relating to immigration policy and the settlement and integration of newcomers. The branch leads inter-governmental relations for the division, including the ministry’s participation in multi-lateral forums for immigration to ensure provincial interests are included in national policy development and programming.

The Senior Economist position is an ideal career opportunity for someone with the skills, experience and drive to lead the development and implementation of a “Immigration Research and Service Innovation” function in the Immigration Policy and Integration Branch. The work will include leading complex projects on immigration policy and analysis and providing expert advice to government leaders on strategic decisions, major financial commitments, and important government priorities.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in economics or a specialized field of economics (e.g., demographic economics, immigration economics, human geography economics), or an equivalent master’s degree.

• Two (2) years experience conducting and leading major and complex economic studies and research projects.

• Two (2) years experience developing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders at the senior-level leadership level (i.e., governments, academia, and industry).
  

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• A PhD in economics or a specialized field of economics (e.g., demographic economics, immigration economics, human geography economics), or an equivalent PhD.

• Five (5) years’ experience conducting and leading major and complex economic studies and research projects.

• Five (5) years’ experience developing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders at the senior-level leadership level (i.e., governments, academia, and industry).

For questions regarding this position, please contact brian.vatne@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
Amendment (July 24): Posting closing date extended to August 11.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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 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.