BAND 3 - Communications Manager - MMHA - Amended

Posting Title
BAND 3 - Communications Manager - MMHA - Amended

Position Classification
Band 3 OIC

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$86,200.00 - $122,100.01 annually

Close Date
5/21/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Government Communication and Public Engagement

Ministry Branch / Division
Communications Operations

Job Summary

Apply your skills for organizational communications and engagement to this specialized and engaging role

Government Communications and Public Engagement (GCPE) is a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization that supports the external communication of government programs, policies and priorities in an ongoing dialogue with British Columbians. GCPE leads and coordinates government communications through its three divisions: Communications Operations, Strategic Communications, and Corporate Priorities.

The Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions is a fast-paced communications shop with a wide variety of both proactive and reactive communications opportunities.

The position manages the day-to-day operations of a team of communications professionals, guiding the development and implementation of ministry-specific communications plans; effective and quick-response issues management strategies; media relations; event planning and management; and digital and online services.

Job Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field such as journalism, public relations, political science, writing, English, or a communications-related discipline AND 5 years of related work experience* in progressively more responsible communications positions; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and work experience may be considered.

* Related work experience includes a combination of the following:

• Experience in stakeholder and partner engagement and media or public relations.
• Experience in issues management and communications strategy planning.
• Experience in professional writing/communications product development (e.g.: engagement and communication plans, new releases, backgrounders; publication content; speech writing; notes and strategies for legislative procedures; web and digital content, etc.).
• Experience managing diverse workloads proactively, effectively, independently and under pressure.
• Experience managing complex files and projects.
• Experience supervising staff and leading a team.

Preference may be given to those with:

• Experience with government and parliamentary procedures.
• Experience working in reactive communications (e.g. crisis communications, stakeholder communications, media relations, issues management, social community management, etc.).
• Experience working in proactive communications (e.g. event planning, capital announcements, social media, strategic communications planning, etc.).

Proviso
Candidates must be willing and able to:

• Understand and commit to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Work outside of standard business hours (including statutory holidays and weekends).
• Work on-call and extended hours during emergency activations, including operational deployments across the province.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Preet.Grewal@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Amendment (May 8, 2024): Starting salary was updated
The starting salary for this position is $86,200.00-$95,175.00 annually and will be determined by the successful candidate's relevant education and experience.
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 both current and/or future 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, itmay notbe 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