• Job Description

  Req#: 1138088

  An excellent opportunity to apply your analytical expertise to this dynamic team

  To support economic, statistical and forecasting projects by developing and managing data, ensuring accuracy of computations and methodologies, conducting comprehensive economic and statistical analysis, and developing reports on results

  You have excellent analytical research skills to gather and interpret information, apply legislation, and establish evidence to support audit assessments. You are highly advanced in professional communication and negotiation skills necessary to finalize proposed assessments and resolve contentious issues. Your representation of the Branch as an Auditor is an integral part of the organization.

  
  Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in data science or a closely related field such as economics, computer science statistics, commerce, mathematics, science, business or public administration.
  • An equivalent combination of education, academic experience, and/or experience may be considered.
  • Experience in each of the following is required (academic experience may be considered):
    • Two (2) years Using spreadsheets (Excel), large datasets, relational databases, and associated data processing applications such as R, Python, SAS and SQL.
    • One (1) year experience conducting statistical and/or economic analysis.
    • Experience in data analysis and/or data modeling and using results to make recommendations to inform decision-making.

  
  Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

  • Experience with R.
  • Experience with PowerBI.
  • Experience writing and communicating complex subject matter to non-technical audiences.
  • Additional years of experience in any requirement.

  
  For questions regarding this position, please contact Ceasar.Pacheco@gov.bc.ca.
  
  
  About this Position:
  Amended June 21, 2024. Closing date extended to July 15, 2024.

  An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

  Remote work is allowed. This position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations. The position headquarters will be Victoria or Vancouver. Please contact the hiring manager for further details or if you have any questions.

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

  This is your opportunity to build your career and to gain a better understanding of all the public service has to offer, such as competitive employee benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with an award winning employer. With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career. Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. The BC Public Service encourages a healthy work/life balance that enables you to take advantage of the community and surrounding area in which you live. For more information, please visit What The BC Public Service Offers You.

  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.
  
  
  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 short-listing 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.

  Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Ensure you 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. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

  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.

• About the company

  The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.

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