BAND 2 - Program Advisor

Posting Title BAND 2 - Program Advisor Position Classification Band 2 Union N/A Work Options Hybrid Location Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CACampbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CACranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CAFort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CAHope, BC V0X 1L0 CAKamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CAKelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CAMultiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CANelson, BC V1L 6K1 CAPrince George, BC V2N4P7 CASmithers, BC V0J 2N0 CASurrey, BC V4P 1M5 CAVancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CAVictoria, BC V9B 6X2 CAWilliams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA Salary Range $74,300.00 - $105,000.04 annually Close Date 5/1/2024 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs Ministry Branch / Division Immigration Programs Branch, Immigration Services and Strategic Planning Division Job Summary Share your skills, confidence and initiative in this energizing role The Immigration Programs Branch delivers and promotes the BC Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), an immigration program operating under the Canada-BC Immigration Agreement and in accordance with the Provincial Immigration Programs Act. The BC PNP allows the Province to attract and retain foreign workers and entrepreneurs for expedited permanent immigration based on B.C.s labour market and economic development priorities. The Program Advisor is accountable to assess and select the global skills and business talent British Columbia needs. The Program Advisor may work in either the Skills Immigration or Entrepreneur Immigration Units of the PNP. The Skills Immigration Unit supports BC employers to recruit and retain qualified foreign workers to help meet their current and future skill needs, and whose activities contribute to the Provinces economic development objectives. The Entrepreneur Immigration Unit selects foreign entrepreneurs who have the skills and capital to establish and actively manage a business venture that will contribute significant economic benefits to BC. Program Advisors are responsible for managing a large number of complex case files and making high-impact decisions according to program criteria and statutory requirements to select the global skills and business talent to meet B.Cs economic development needs. Program decisions involve multi-faceted considerations and result in significant impacts for applicants and their ability to become permanent residents of Canada. Program Advisors have a commitment to provide thorough due diligence, expert advice and excellent client service to a diverse multicultural clientele in a responsive and consistent manner, and in accordance with Ministry service standards. Job Requirements: Bachelors degree in business, economics, international relations, public administration, law, a social science or related field and one (1) year of related experience. Related experience must include all of the following: Experience conducting research and analysis and preparing written reports; Experience exercising due diligence in verifying and validating information presented (e.g. conducting investigations, researching/following up on facts, conducting site-visits). Experience dealing directly with clients, stakeholder groups or the general public. Experience working in a fast-paced, target-oriented work environment. Preference may be given to applicants with one year or more of work experience in any or all of the following: Interpreting and applying legislation or policy in a decision-making capacity. Assessing applications in a legislative or policy setting in a decision-making capacity. Delivering an immigration program, developing immigration policy, or who have at least one year of business experience (eg. business ownership, business consulting and/or evaluation or business management experience). For questions regarding this position, please contact Shanny.Wong@gov.bc.ca About this Position: Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to five (5) days a week 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. This position is excluded from union membership. 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, Mtis, 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 list 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. Job Category Leadership and Management