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Form of workBAND 5 - Regional Executive Director (Coast)
Position Classification
Band 5
Union
N/A
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Salary Range
$119,600.00 - $152,599.97 annually
Close Date
3/12/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Indigenous Relations & Recon
Ministry Branch / Division
Negotiations and Regional Operations Division - Coast Area Team
Job Summary
Bring your vision, leadership and strategic planning skills to this important role.
The Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (MIRR) guides the Province in its commitments to establish true, lasting reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples in British Columbia. MIRR works collaboratively and respectfully with Indigenous Peoples to guide the implementation of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act), which establishes the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples as the Province's framework for reconciliation, and advances actions that address Indigenous-specific racism and establishes new foundations of government that respect and uphold the human rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Job Requirements:
• Master's degree in law, public administration or a resource development and management field or other related disciplines AND at least three (3) years of *related experience OR
• Bachelor's degree in law, public administration or a resource development and management field or other related disciplines AND at least five (5) years of *related experience; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
* Related experience must include all the following:
• Recent (obtained within the last 5 years) experience leading complex, multi-party negotiations with First Nations and/or the federal government; or comparable recent negotiation experience leading bi-lateral, tripartite, and multi-party negotiations in matters of similar profile and significance.
• Recent (obtained within the last 5 years) experience leading a team of professionals in a supervisory capacity.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in conflict resolution.
• Experience leading, planning, coordinating, and managing complex projects and work assignments.
• Experience in strategic planning, goal setting, resource allocation and developing performance measurement.
• Experience related to economic agreements, fiscal arrangements and/or cost-sharing.
• Experience with program management techniques and practices.
• Experience working in highly dynamic environments, with a strong understanding of organizational transformation and change leadership practices.
Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:
• Experience working for a variety of provincial agencies and different regions of the Province.
• Master's degree in law, public administration or a resource development and management field or other related disciplines.
• Policy experience, experience working with central agencies and multiple external partners, and presenting decision information to Ministers and/or Cabinet committees.
• Experience providing strategic advice to Minister, Deputy Ministers, ADMs, senior government officials (or private sector equivalent) on project/negotiation status.
Provisos
• A valid BC driver's license in good standing.
• Willing and able to travel extensively, often for several days at a time to remote areas of the Province.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Nicole.Johnson@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
This position can be based in any of the following Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation offices: Victoria, Nanaimo, Surrey.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).
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
