POL SIH 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

A dynamic role for a skilled analyst with excellent research and communication skills

The Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport integrates the tourism sector with the arts, culture and sport sectors to create a more vibrant British Columbia for residents and visitors.

The Arts & Culture division works across government to maximize the economic, cultural and social advantages that the arts and culture sector brings to B.C. This includes working closely with several key agencies, Crowns, and organizations: including the BC Arts Council (BCAC), the Royal BC Museum (RBCM), and arts and culture sector organizations from across the Province.

The Senior Policy Analyst coordinates and leads the research, analysis, development and implementation of strategic policies, programs, projects, and legislation, for the Cultural, Strategic and Corporate Priorities Branch, Arts and Culture Division, Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport and the Province.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, arts, visual arts, or fine arts, or related field, plus a minimum of two (2) years of related* experience;

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, arts, visual arts, or fine arts, or related field, plus a minimum of three (3) years of related* experience; or

• An equivalent combination of education and related* experience may be considered.
  

Related experience* must include all of the following:

• Experience in the development of public programs, legislation and/or regulation and/or policy.

• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing and preparing a range of documents/content.

• Experience in planning and coordinating complex assignments and/or projects.
  

Preference may be given to candidates with the following experience:

• Experience leading and managing multi-stakeholder projects, consultations and/or engagement processes.

• Experience with government and/or elected officials and legislative and political cycles and processes.

• Experience administering and operating a program, databases, endowment, and/or curating collections.

• Experience working with and engaging the public, stakeholders, media, contractors and high-profile clients.

• Experience with Indigenous arts and cultural practices and/or working with equity-seeking groups and/or equity-focused policy and initiatives.

• Experience working in or with the arts and culture sector, including sector nonprofits, art galleries and museums.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Nik.White@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.
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.