BAND 4 - Director, Vancouver Island/Sunshine Coast

Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role

The Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation plays a key role in delivering on Government’s commitment to creating a strong, sustainable economy that works for everyone. Within the ministry, the Small Business and Economic Development Division has a dynamic role through its Regional Economic Operations Branch to provide on-the-ground economic development assistance across British Columbia, working to advance business opportunities across key industry sectors and sharing economic best practices across communities, all for a healthy and resilient rural B.C.

The Regional Economic Operations (REO) Branch provides direct front-line service and support to communities, First Nations, industry, businesses, and economic development organizations, and also develops and delivers policies, programs and initiatives that support regional and rural economic development. The REO Branch includes a network of economic development staff that are located throughout the province focused on providing targeted responses to the needs of communities.

Job Requirements:

• University degree, certificate, or college diploma in Public or Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

• Two (2) years’ experience supervising, coaching and mentoring staff or project teams.

• Three (3) years’ experience in each of the following:

  • Leading sector and stakeholder consultation and/or multi-party discussions to resolve issues.

  • Building strategic partnerships and facilitating the development of collaborative relationships.

  • Managing complex projects with changing priorities, tight timelines and limited resources.
    

Preferences may be applied to:

• Experience working in a local or regional economic development setting.

• Experience leading regionally based and/or virtual teams.
  

Proviso:

• A valid BC Driver’s License and ability (and willingness) to travel regionally.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alannah.verville@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia 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, 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.