**Amendment - This posting is now scheduled to close on January 19, 2024. Applications will be accepted until 12:00 pm(noon) Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition**

The Ombudsperson Officer exercises significant investigative powers delegated under the Ombudsperson Act and the Public Interest Disclosure Act and may be assigned to any one of six teams within the office. Officers work collaboratively to support the work of their team members, Supervisor and the other operational teams. The Officer is responsible for independently and effectively managing a diverse caseload of complex, multifaceted and sometimes high-profile investigations requiring superior investigation and communication skills and abilities as well as sensitivity, integrity and professionalism. The Officer collects and evaluates information and evidence, draws conclusions, identifies opportunities for improvement and persuades authorities to take remedial measures. Officers also represent the office as a collaborative partner to assist public sector organizations to anticipate and avoid problems and make positive change.

As BC’s independent voice for fairness and accountability, our office’s work is challenging, meaningful, and rewarding. Join us and become part of a team that is proud of the work we do. Find out more information about what we offer here.

We are striving to build a diverse team to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of British Columbians. We encourage applications from people who self-identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuit and/or Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, women, 2SLGBTQ+, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, and/or people with disabilities.

This posting is for multiple opportunities. An eligibility list may be established to fill similar future vacancies in a full-time temporary or permanent capacity. Temporary positions may become full-time, permanent status. This position is excluded from union membership. Some travel is required.

Upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period, this position is eligible for 5% salary lift and a hybrid work arrangement in accordance with the office’s Work Arrangements Policy.

To Apply:

DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.

To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and requirements listed on the careers section of our website: https://bcombudsperson.ca/about-us/careers/

Applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis, Inuit and/or Indigenous persons may choose to seek assistance with their application by accessing the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service available through the BC Public Service.

NOTE: To apply for this position, you must be eligible to work in Canada. You must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. For further information, please refer to the BC Public Service website.

Education credentials will be subject to verification. If your degree was obtained outside of Canada, you will need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluation Service. Confirmation of equivalency for your degree is required for you to be considered.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required

If you have questions related to the application process, please email the HR Team at recruitment@bcombudsperson.ca and quote competition number 107837 in the subject line.

Competition Req #: 107837

Closing Date: 12:00 pm (noon) PST, Friday, January 19th, 2024

BC Ombudsperson

Fairness and Accountability in British Columbia’s Public Services

http://www.bcombudsperson.ca/