POL SIH 27R - Senior Intergovernmental Relations Analyst: NEW POSTING CLOSE DATE

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The Ministry of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship is accountable for integrated water, land and natural resource management and cross-sector legislation, policy, and objective setting for land and marine environments.

The Deputy Minister’s Office (DMO) is the primary connection to the Minister and Minister’s Office, and central government. The Deputy Minister is responsible for overseeing the strategic and operational business of the Ministry, corporate planning and performance, internal communications and change management, strategic issues management and intergovernmental relations.

Reporting to the Manager, NRS Intergovernmental Relations, the Senior Intergovernmental Relations Analyst coordinates and leads the research, analysis, development and implementation of intergovernmental policies for the WLRS and across the Natural Resource Sector. The Senior IGR Analyst works across IGR teams in all NRS ministries and the IGR Secretariat in the Premier’s Office to build and maintain a network of contacts to support work that is often multi-disciplinary, inter-divisional, or inter-ministerial, timely and political in nature. The Senior IGR Analyst maintains an inventory of sector-wide IGR priorities and respond to IGR requests for information on WLRS programs and initiatives. This position provide advice to WLRS and NRS member ministries on IGR considerations, takes a leadership role on key WLRS files in collaboration with business areas as needed, and supports the Canadian Secretariat for the transboundary Skagit Environmental Endowment Commission.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience:

• 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; OR
• Diploma in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 4 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or a field related to the program area and 5 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include:

• Experience in identifying, analyzing or presenting summaries of emerging intergovernmental and policy issues.
• Experience working with the Natural Resource Sector. Preference may be given to applicants with subject matter or technical expertise.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments.
• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation or policy.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content.
• Preference may be given to applicants with four 4 or more years of related experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Ann.Eastman@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

AMENDMENT (Tuesday June 25): This posting has been extended and will now close on Monday July 22, 2024 at 11:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.

AMENDMENT (Friday June 21): This position is no longer included in potential cross-ministry eligibility list pools.

Currently, there is one (1) temporary opportunity available.
This temporary opportunity may be extended or made permanent.
This position can be based in any Water, Land, and Resource Stewardship office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities.
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 - 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:

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.