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Form of workBAND 5 - Director - Investigation and Standards Office
Position Classification
Band 5
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
$119,600.00 - $152,599.97 annually
Close Date
1/28/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General
Ministry Branch / Division
Justice Services Branch/ ISO
Job Summary
Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role
The Director develops policies and procedures for the delivery of the legislated functions of the office, manages the personnel and resources, conducts high profile and sensitive investigations, provides direction and operational support for the more complex and special investigations, reviews inspection reports, and provides day-to-day direction and leadership to the Office. For all matters within the Corrections mandate of the Office, the Director reports the findings to Ministry senior executives as required.
The Director also oversees strategic planning for the Office, as well as the management, coordination, and evaluation of compliance of regulations that have been designated by the United Nations Standard Minimum Rules for Treatment of Prisoners in B.C. correctional facilities that result in recommendations to executive and senior leadership on how government organizations can improve organizational performance accountability.
The Director ensures a transparent process by clearly informing those involved about the purpose of the Office's systemic quality reviews and public reporting thereof (engage and explain/assess and ensure understanding by adapting language used to the appropriate level).
The Director investigates and reports on inmate disturbances, escapes of prisoners and inmates, wrongful releases and arrests, and deaths of inmates and prisoners through suicide, natural causes, or drug overdoses.
The position includes frequently dealing with disturbing subject matter such as inmate deaths, suicides, drug overdoses and serious assaults. The director is on-call for notification of significant events in correctional centres such as deaths, disturbances or hostage taking.
Job Requirements:
• University degree in a relevant discipline such as sociology, psychology, law, social work, or criminology, OR
• An equivalent combination of education/formal training, AND
• At least five (5) years' experience in the investigations industry.
• At least five (5) years experience leading and coaching teams of both included and excluded staff.
• At least five (5) years' experience in a senior management role leading and conducting investigations, inspections, audits, program reviews and risk assessments.
• At least five (5) years' experience establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships, particularly at a senior leadership level.
Preference may be given to applicants with the following experience:
• At least three (3) years' experience with senior leadership and decision making in an investigatory environment.
• Experience working with Corrections, criminal justice and/or investigatory public bodies.
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution and administrative justice processes, including elements of fairness, impartiality and professionalism.
Provisos
• Occasional travel may be required.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Zac.Kremler@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
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: 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 - 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:
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
Leadership and Management
