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

The Ministry Human Resources Branch (HR) 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 Branch focuses on the needs of the ministry and social sector partners to ensure they have the people and skills they need to provide exceptional services to the children, youth, and families of British Columbia, now and into the future.

The Ministry HR Branch has teams in the following areas:

• Corporate HR Initiatives
• Learning & Leadership Development
• Social Sector Initiatives
• Workforce Planning
• Reporting & Communications
• Health & Safety
• Hiring Services
• Client Services
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-racism Services
  

Reporting to the Director, the Senior Manager, provides operational and strategic oversight, direction and leadership in sector and ministry workforce planning. The Senior Manager leads the development and implementation of workforce plans for the ministry and social sector partners as well as the Human Resource Performance Framework and branch business plans.

The Senior Manager supervises a team of human resources professionals and ensures the delivery and alignment of human resources plans with ministry business goals, the Ministry’s Strategic Framework and corporate human resource and government initiatives.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business administration, psychology, public administration or related field plus three (3) years of *related experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

*Related experience must include 3 years experience in all of the following:

• Experience developing, implementing, managing and evaluating HR workforce/organizational plans.
• Experience developing, implementing, managing, and evaluating strategic HR frameworks.
• Experience analyzing workforce data to inform HR direction, programs and policies for a large, complex organization.
• Experience leading a team of professionals which may include planning and directing their work, managing performance, and resolving conflict and mentoring.
• Experience establishing collaborative relationships with senior leadership and leading organizational change associated with implementation.

Preference statements:

• Experience interpreting collective agreements, HR legislation, policies and procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• CPHR designation.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Penelope.Barillaro@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment (Aug 31): Closing date extended until September 10. 2023.
This position is excluded from union membership.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
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.

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.