ISL 21R – Technical Analyst

Posting Title
ISL 21R – Technical Analyst

Position Classification
Information Systems R21

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Richmond, BC V7C 4M9 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$69,760.70 – $79,322.69 annually

Close Date
9/2/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens’ Services

Ministry Branch / Division
Data Systems and Services/BC Data Service

Job Summary

The Team
The Mapping Services team, part of the Data Systems and Services branch, is a welcoming and collaborative group dedicated to delivering tools that enable the visualization and analysis of geospatial data. Our diverse team of seven works closely with colleagues from various disciplines, including technical experts, business analysts, and UX designers. As members of the DevOps Chapter, we actively contribute to a community that fosters knowledge sharing and continuous learning. The work we do plays a crucial role in supporting ministries, agencies, and the public, ensuring that geospatial data is accessible and supports informed decision-making. We value adaptability, a commitment to client service, and a shared sense of humor.

The Role
As a technical team member, this role will participate in planning and implementing the team’s technical operational support processes, infrastructure projects, automating routine administrative tasks, and ongoing maintenance and updates to services and applications. This will be accomplished with guidance and mentorship from senior staff within the branch and the DevOps chapter.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
We appreciate that non-traditional career paths may have developed a candidate’s competency and alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in a computer science related field and 1-year of related experience; OR
• Diploma in a computer science related field and 2 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in a computer science related field and 3 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience must include all of the following:

• Experience in assessing customer requirements, developing, and implementing technical and business solutions.
• Experience and/or training using scripting/programming languages such as Bash, PowerShell, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, Java, or Go.
• Experience deploying, configuring and maintaining business applications and/or open source tools.
• Experience using modern version control systems including Git and Github.Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:
• Experience and/or training using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and spatial data formats and management.
• Experience working in an agile development environment with User Experience (UX)/Service Designer teams, Software Developers, and Scrum Masters to iteratively create or improve digital products and services from conception to production.

For questions regarding this position, please contact lisa.schulze@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
2 available positions: 1 permanent and 1 temporary opportunity until April 25, 2024. Which may be extended or become permanent.
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 permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens’ Services.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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 – 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.

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Job Category
Information Management/Information Technology

Additional Information