POL SIH 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

An excellent opportunity to apply your analytical expertise

Emergency Management and Climate Readiness (EMCR) is the lead coordinating ministry in the provincial government for all emergency management activities. The Partnerships, Engagement, and Legislation (PEL) Division is responsible for the development and implementation of the Emergency and Disaster Management Act and its regulations.

The Senior Policy Analyst coordinates and leads the research, analysis, development, and implementation of strategic policies, regulations, and legislation. The position also works collaboratively with staff across EMCR and supports engagement sessions with First Nations representatives, local government officials, and other industry partners. The position plays a key role in developing drafting instructions, technical guides, public discussion papers, presentations, and Cabinet submissions.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in a related field (such as business administration, public administration, public policy, political science, law, emergency management, etc.) and one (1) year of related experience in each of the areas below; OR
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as business administration, public administration, public policy, political science, law, emergency management, etc.) and three (3) years of related experience in each of the areas below; OR
• Diploma, certificate, or coursework in a related field (such as business administration, public administration, public policy, political science, law, emergency management, etc.) and four (4) years related experience in each of the areas below; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience (volunteer or work experience) must include all the following:

• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation, or policy.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments.
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content.
• Experience building effective working relationships.

Preference (preference may be given to applicants with any of the following):

• Experience developing drafting instructions or working with Legislative Counsel.
• Experience developing Cabinet or Treasury Board submissions.
• Experience working with Indigenous partners or local governments on the development of policy or legislation.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Will.Ying-udomrat@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There are two (2) positions available.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Emergency Management & Climate Readiness offices: Kamloops, Nelson, Prince George, Saanichton, Smithers, Surrey, and Victoria.
This is a temporary opportunity until June 6, 2025. This temporary opportunity may be extended or become permanent.
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:
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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:
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.