Band 4 - Director, Legislation

An opportunity to apply your exceptional leadership, organizational and prioritization skills

The Agriculture, Science and Policy Division provides surveillance, diagnostic services and management systems including licensing and inspection to monitor and improve plant and animal health; and for creation and delivery of industry initiatives, including research and innovation. The Division also provides for planning, establishing and coordinating federal-provincial trade (FPT) agreements, legislation and regulations related to a competitive and profitable agriculture sector and for agriculture policy.
The Director, Legislation is responsible for directing, managing, reviewing and providing strategic advice on the Ministry’s legislative program consistent with Ministry and government policy, strategic objectives and accountability measures.

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree from a university of recognized standing in law, public administration, business administration, resource management or agriculture or a related discipline plus at least two (2) years management experience, including setting goals, objectives, priorities and work plans. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Experience managing professional staff, project teams and budgets.
• Experience working with senior government officials, senior level professionals and a wide range of partners.
Experience in planning, developing and implementing significant policy and legislative changes.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience dealing with senior government officials and external partners on challenging, contentious or complex issues.

For questions regarding this position, please contact arlene.anderson@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position can be based in a Natural Resource Sector office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position is excluded from union membership.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.
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 - 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.