Take the next step in your HR career with this rewarding opportunity

The Ministry Human Resources Branch (MHR) supports the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) with human resources and organizational development initiatives, programs and services related to workforce planning, engagement, leadership development, recruitment and retention, corporate HR priorities, occupational health and safety, Indigenous strategic human resources, cultural safety, equity diversity & inclusion, corporate learning and development, and strategic HR consulting. The Ministry HR team focuses on the needs of the ministry to ensure it has the people and skills it needs to provide exceptional services to the children, youth, and families of British Columbia, now and into the future.

The Hiring Services team is looking for HR Planners with experience in recruitment and outreach initiatives to support recruitment for the ministry.

Reporting to an HR Consultant, the HR Planner uses their hiring expertise to attract and hire a culturally inclusive, safe, and agile workforce to support the ministry’s objectives. This role will support full-cycle recruitment for the ministry’s workforce plan, operational and service delivery needs, and for large-scale transformation initiatives. In addition to this, this position will do research, analysis, and reporting related to recruitment.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in a related field such as human resources, public administration, business administration OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience working on all phases of the recruitment life cycle (e.g., sourcing, job profile writing, posting and marketing, screening, assessments, interviewing, and other duties related to hiring).
• Minimum six (6) months of experience providing advice and expertise on HR matters to management in a client-centered model.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience in research, analysis and report writing.
• Minimum six (6) months of experience managing and tracking information in Microsoft Excel.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience with recruitment marketing and outreach initiatives and/or projects.
• Experience with the BC Public Service Recruitment process.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit), Black, or Person of Color (IBPOC), or a member of the 2SLGBTQQIA+ community with the required combination of education and experience.

Willingness statement:

• Occasional travel may be required (e.g., training, meetings).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Hannah.Babich@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
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.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based in a Ministry of Children and Family Development office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

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.