POL SIH 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

Posting Title
POL SIH 27R - Senior Policy Analyst

Position Classification
Policy Social/Info/Health R27

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Revelstoke, BC V0E 3K0 CA
Terrace, BC V8G 1W2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA

Salary Range
$85,813.18 - $97,879.22 annually, which includes a 3.3% Temporary Market Adjustment*

Close Date
5/2/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Energy, Mines & Low Carb Inn.

Ministry Branch / Division
Community Clean Energy Branch/Energy Decarbonization Division

Job Summary

A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation is responsible for British Columbia's electricity, alternative energy, mining and petroleum resource sectors, and supporting work to meet BC's greenhouse gas reduction targets. The Ministry's Community Clean Energy Branch develops policy and program initiatives to decarbonize community energy systems through the implementation of clean energy projects in communities across British Columbia, including grid-connected local governments, Indigenous communities, and non-grid connected remote communities, each of which can involve significant negotiation of public/private sector financial agreements. The Branch is highly interactive with all levels of government, Indigenous Peoples and a multitude of differing stakeholders, including utilities, technology developers, consulting companies and non-government organizations.

Working under the direction of the Director of the Community Clean Energy Branch, the Senior Policy Analyst coordinates and leads the research, analysis, development and implementation of strategic policies and legislation for the Ministry-led CleanBC Remote Community Clean Energy Strategy.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Indigenous relations, public administration, business administration, law, economics, social sciences, natural resource management or equivalent, and three (3) years of experience. An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
• Experience in planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments.
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content.
• Experience developing and maintaining effective, trust-based relationships with Indigenous peoples.

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Graduate studies related to community energy systems.
• Work experience with clean energy, energy efficiency, climate policy, and/or public utilities.
• Experience in the development of legislation, regulation and policy.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Katie.Terhune@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is one (1) permanent opportunity available.
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.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments .
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in B.C. 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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: YES- A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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
Natural Resource Sector, Policy, Research and Economics

Category

Government