Senior Policy Advisor

Senior Policy Advisor

Posting Title: POL EC 27R - Senior Policy Advisor
Position Classification: Policy Analyst - Economics R27
Union: GEU
Work Options: Flexible
Location: Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Salary Range: $85,813.18 - $97,879.24 annually, which includes a 3.3% Temporary Market Adjustment*
Close Date: February 21, 2025
Job Type: Temporary (Auxiliary)
Temporary End Date: 3/31/2026
Ministry/Organization: BC Public Service -> Municipal Affairs
Ministry Branch / Division: Islands Trust
Job Summary:
The Senior Policy Advisor plays a key role in developing and implementing corporate advocacy positions and inter-governmental relations strategies that advance the provincial object of the Islands Trust, the goals and policies of the Islands Trust Policy Statement and the Islands Trust Council’s Strategic Plan. In order to provide time-sensitive advice to elected officials on high-profile issues, the Senior Policy Advisor stays current with emerging issues and trends through environmental scanning and monitoring of key indicators, and by building and maintaining strong working relationships with key officials in federal, provincial, First Nation, and other local governments. In addition, the Senior Policy Advisor supports implementation of the Islands Trust Policy Statement and, as required, develops bylaw amendments for Trust Council consideration, facilitates community and stakeholder input, and reconciles community and agency issues. The Senior Policy Advisor also leads the delivery and administration of the Islands Trust Community Stewardship Awards program.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, social sciences, or other related fields such as geography, planning, or law.
• Experience with relevant legislation and policies applicable to land use planning in British Columbia.
• Experience with planning theory and best practices, particularly as they apply to rural community planning.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in strategic policy development and implementation, including experience working directly with elected officials and external agencies.
• Experience conducting research and policy analysis with related public consultation; which may include analyzing, researching, planning, communicating, and delivering new programs.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants with any or all of the following:

• Experience working with teams and committees of elected officials on sensitive, high profile issues.
• Experience with inter-governmental and advocacy activities.
• Experience with land use planning and/or environmental management.
• BC local government experience.
• Experience working with First Nations on planning issues.
• Certified membership in the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Experience leading an OCP review and processing complex rezoning applications.

Provisos:

• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service.
• Some travel and overnight travel are requirements of this position, including by ferry and water taxi.
• Possession and maintenance of a Class 5 Drivers’ License.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

This temporary position is until March 31, 2026.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent full time or part time opportunities. This temporary opportunity may become permanent.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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 – Do not submit a cover letter; 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. 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. If you do not include a month and year that indicates a start and end date, years that may be viewed as partial years will not be counted towards your experience.
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.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.