Address
Form of workBAND 1 - Research Analyst
Position Classification
Band 1
Union
N/A
Work Options
Remote
Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA
Salary Range
$63,400.00 - $90,399.95 annually
Close Date
3/12/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> BC Public Service Agency
Ministry Branch / Division
Workforce Intelligence and Planning Branch, HR Planning, Modernization and Corporate Services Divisi
Job Summary
Bring your analytical expertise to this dynamic leadership opportunity
Reporting to the Manager, Measurement and Research Insights (MRI), the Research Analyst is responsible for analyzing and reporting employee experience results and information to support BC Public Service Agency (PSA) partners and/or ministries. The Research Analyst also works in collaboration with the MRI team to support the work of the Workforce Intelligence and Planning branch. The Workforce Intelligence and Planning branch leads corporate intelligence and human resources planning efforts to provide information and strategies to collaboratively solve provincial workforce challenges and inform service delivery improvements.
The Research Analyst plays an important role in providing BC Public Service Agency (PSA) partners with employee experience results and information, by analyzing and reporting on qualitative and quantitative feedback and information. This role also assists in identifying and collecting potential data, and reviewing data quality.
This role involves:
• Gathering, analyzing, and evaluating qualitative and quantitative data to report on the performance of PSA partners and/or ministries, and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Assessing and maintaining surveys, as well as assessing and maintaining the reliability and validity of data sets (e.g., data cleaning and assessing data gaps).
• Supporting continuous improvement efforts of the team by researching and assessing best practices related to employee experience and the needs of PSA partners and/or ministries.
Job Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (e.g., social sciences, commerce, statistics or math, public administration, business administration); OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• One (1) year recent experience assessing the quality of quantitative data (e.g., checking for limitations, problems, accuracy, reliability, and/or validity).
• One (1) year recent experience analyzing quantitative data and creating reports.
• One (1) year recent experience coding/theming qualitative data, interpreting written responses, and creating reports.
• One (1) year recent experience visualizing information (i.e., presenting data/outcomes in graphs or other visualizations) for summary reports and/or dashboards for various audiences including senior management.
• One (1) year recent experience analyzing data in any of the following areas: program evaluation, performance management, research, policy development, workforce intelligence.
Preference may be given to candidates who fulfill the above requirements and have recent experience in one (1) or more of the following:
• Graduate degree in a related discipline.
• More than two (2) years' experience in any of the requirements.
• Experience conducting and interpreting inferential statistics.
• Experience designing or developing surveys.
• Experience programming surveys (i.e., using survey software or applications).
• Experience with statistical analysis tools.
• Experience facilitating focus groups, conducting qualitative research, or communications.
• Experience building dashboards (e.g., Microsoft PowerBI), using VBA, or using SQL.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Krista.Simpson@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
Currently there is one (1) permanent position 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 both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
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 - 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:
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
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