BAND 3 - Project Director – Closing date extended

Posting Title BAND 3 - Project Director Closing date extended Position Classification Band 3 Union N/A Work Options Hybrid Location Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary) Salary Range $86,200.00 - $122,100.01 annually Close Date 5/8/2024 Job Type Regular Full Time Temporary End Date 3/14/2025 Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Min of Trans & Infrastructure Ministry Branch / Division Transit Strategy and Policy Branch Job Summary Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role The Transit Strategy and Policy Branch is responsible for implementing provincial transit policy, budget and program development, negotiating and administering funding and cost sharing agreements as well as implementing and monitoring transit capital investments and other transit-related initiatives. The Branch also oversees and supports BC Transit and TransLink to ensure it carries out their respective responsibilities and operations to ensure British Columbia has a reliable, affordable and safe public transit system. In this position, you will lead and coordinate the development of complex, sensitive and often highly visible transit policy initiatives, projects and working groups. A key focus of the position is on transit strategies, policies and legislation relating primarily in Metro Vancouver and neighbouring communities. The duties will require significant engagement with internal and external stakeholders as well as issues management. Job Requirements: University degree in project management, business administration, public administration, related field or equivalent and 3 years of current program and related experience OR more than 5 years of management and related industry experience may be considered. Related experience includes a combination of the following: Experience in project management and preparing and delivering a variety of proposals, reports, issue papers and presentations. Experience in planning, developing and implementing significant strategic policy and/or legislative changes. Experience managing issues, problem solving strategically, and providing advice to senior or executive management teams, internal staff, and external stakeholders. Experience dealing with politically sensitive and provincially significant issues. Experience and ability to organize, manage, and lead diverse complex projects and teams simultaneously, and experience working with external consultants. For questions regarding this position, please contact Hannah.Glover@gov.bc.ca. About this Position: Amendment (May 1): Posting closing date extended to May 8. 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. There is currently a temporary opportunity available until March 14, 2025, this temporary opportunity may become permanent. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. This position is excluded from union membership. 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 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. Job Category Leadership and Management