ADMN O 24R – Policy Analyst

Posting Title
ADMN O 24R – Policy Analyst

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,071.18 – $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
9/9/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Health

Ministry Branch / Division
Planning and Implementation Oversight, Primary Care Division

Job Summary

The Team
The Primary Care Division is dedicated to enhancing healthcare services by establishing patient-centered policies that ensure high-quality care across our province. As a close-knit, medium-sized team, we collaborate closely with our service delivery partners to address key priorities in primary care. Together, we develop initiatives aimed at expanding both access and attachment to primary care, as well as the quality and comprehensiveness of that care, for British Columbians, and we seek to foster a culture of excellence and innovation.

The Role
As a Policy Analyst, you’ll play an essential role in supporting the Primary Care Division’s leadership and team members with the development of refreshed and revised policies in the primary healthcare space. The role offers you a chance to make a significant impact by engaging with internal and external partners, and by being an essential contributor to healthcare policies moving forward. We look forward to welcoming someone who shares our passion for improving healthcare delivery and making a positive difference for British Columbians.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field AND 2 years of related experience; OR
• Diploma in business administration, public administration, or a related field AND 3 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field AND 4 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience includes the following:

• Experience researching, analyzing, developing, and/or implementing policy, regulation, and/or legislation.
• Experience managing policy projects and/or project components with minimal supervision.
• Experience writing for an executive/senior-level leadership audience (examples include reports, policy concept papers, presentations, briefing notes).
• Providing advice and recommendations based on research and policy analysis.

Preference may be given to candidates with the following:

• Experience developing or implementing provincial scale policies or programs.
• Experience working in the health and/or community care sectors.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lisa.Vandekerkhove@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is one (1) full time regular position available.
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 future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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 – 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.

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Job Category
Administrative Services, Health Services

Additional Information