POL SC 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

Your policy and analytical skills will be valued in this important role

Context: The Forest Landscape Planning Branch is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the new Forest Landscape Plan (FLP) across the province and for developing policy and guidance for the new FLP framework and program.

The Role: The Senior Policy Analyst will lead the research, analysis, development, and implementation of strategic policies and legislation, offering professional guidance and overseeing the creation of various policy products in support of the new Forest Landscape Planning framework. Join a dynamic team of professionals dedicated to sustainable resource management.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 2 years of related experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 3 years of related experience;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience includes the following:

• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation, and policy.
• Experience conducting analysis to inform legislation, regulation, and policy directions.
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a wide variety of communication materials/documents/content such as policy guidance, briefing notes/cabinet submissions and giving oral presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience in policy development for natural resource management in a government or corporate setting.
• Experience developing and maintaining relationships and partnerships with First Nations, as well as stakeholders (such as clients, NGO’s, interest groups or federal, provincial or local government).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Julie.Castonguay@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

This position can be based in any Ministry of Forests office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

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Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established for permanent and / or temporary opportunities.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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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:

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.