Full job description
Posting Title
BAND 3 - Manager, Legislation and Legal Support
Position Classification
Band 3
Union
N/A
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Creston, BC V0B 1G6 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Port Moody, BC V3H 5C9 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA
Salary Range
$88,700.23 - $125,700.07 annually, plus $54.75 bi-weekly Isolation allowance for Fort Nelson.
Close Date
9/16/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development
Ministry Branch / Division
Policy, Legislation and Litigation Branch/Strategic Integration, Policy and Legislation Division
Job Summary
The Team
The Legislation and Legal Support team plays a crucial role in shaping the legal framework that supports children, youth, and families across British Columbia. This established team of nine professionals is dedicated to refining legislation and regulations, with a strong emphasis on collaboration with Indigenous partners. Additionally, this team is responsible for all Ministry statutes, which include the Child, Family, Community Service Act, Adoption Act, and Youth Justice Act, among others. The team is known for its intelligence, compassion, and commitment to ensuring that all communities are thoughtfully considered in their work.

The Legislation and Legal Support team made significant contributions to the work that received the 2023 Premier’s Innovation and Excellence Award for Partnership.

The Role
The Manager, Legislation and Legal Support is responsible for leading the research, development, and implementation of legislation that impacts children, youth, and families across British Columbia. This role plays a vital part in upholding the ministry’s commitment to creating safe, nurturing environments, particularly for Indigenous children and youth. The Manager has a unique opportunity to contribute to transformative legislative changes, working within a team recognized for its innovative and impactful collaborations.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in law (LLB), public administration or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
A minimum of two (2) years of related experience. Related experience MUST include all the following:
Drafting legislation, regulations, policies, contracts, leases, or other legal documents.
Developing strategic policy initiatives and broad-scale policies or programs, inclusive of legislation or regulations.
Analyzing and resolving complex legal, procedural, and legislative issues in a government or regulatory environment.
Handling politically sensitive, confidential, and provincially significant issues.
Providing advice and recommendations to and developing written materials for senior executive or Cabinet.
Organizing and managing concurrent projects or project components with multiple, competing priorities and rigid deadlines.
Establishing collaborative relationships with Indigenous rights-holders and partners, internal clients, or external stakeholders.
Preference may be given to applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the development of regulations or legislation in British Columbia.


For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
This is a permanent opportunity.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to four (4) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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: 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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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Job Category
Leadership and Management
 
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