BAND 4 - Regional Director

Posting Title
BAND 4 - Regional Director

Position Classification
Band 4

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$96,400.00 - $128,100.03 annually

Close Date
5/30/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Indigenous Relations & Recon

Ministry Branch / Division
Negotiations and Regional Operations Division

Job Summary

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

The Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (MIRR) provides a leadership role to the Province of British Columbia in advancing reconciliation with First Nations and Indigenous peoples. A key component of reconciliation involves working collaboratively and respectfully with First Nations, and building and maintaining partnerships with all levels of government, industry, and stakeholders. These partnerships create opportunities to collaborate on shared reconciliation goals of First Nations, Indigenous Peoples and the Province. Reconciliation efforts work to support the development of sustainable, healthy, and resilient Indigenous communities.

The Regional Director is responsible for leading one of nine regional teams in NROD located in Smithers, Fort St. John, Prince George, Nanaimo, Surrey, Victoria, Williams Lake, Kamloops and Cranbrook. The regional teams are integrated with Victoria - based negotiation teams under an area-based model. This model applies a strategic approach that is designed to integrate divisional resources, align with the Natural Resource Sector regional structure and create a stronger presence in our engagements with First Nations at the community level.

Job Requirements:

• A Master's Degree or higher and 3 years related experience* (5 preferred); OR
• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field and a minimum of 5 years related experience* (7 preferred); OR
• A Technical Diploma in a related field and a minimum of 7 years related experience* (9 preferred); OR
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant, related experience* may be considered.

*Related experience includes:
• Leading complex, multi-party negotiations with First Nations and/or the federal government; or comparable recent negotiation experience leading bi-lateral, multi-party negotiations in matters of similar profile and significance;
• Working in a cross-cultural setting including issue resolution, negotiation and relationship development;
• Managing issues, solving strategic problems, providing leadership expertise, including the formulation and articulation and accomplishment of goals through gaining commitment and securing resources; and,
• Resource management planning or program management experience;
• Providing leadership to teams in the successful achievement of Ministry goals.

Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as indigenous.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Christie.Harvie@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
This position can be based in either Nanaimo or Victoria.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacanciesacross the Ministry in Victoria, Nanaimo, Surrey, Kamloops, Prince George, Cranbrook, Fort St. John, Williams Lake, Smithers.
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, 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 - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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

Category

Management and Executive