Job Description

Posting Title
ADMN O 21R - Publications Manager

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R21

Union
N/A

Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)


Salary Range
$63,446.31 - $72,142.65 annually

Close Date
3/13/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division
Legal Services Branch/Office of Legislative Counsel

Job Summary
A great opportunity to take the next step in your career

The Office of Legislative Counsel (OLC), in the Legal Services Branch, is responsible for the drafting, editing, preparation, publication and revision of all legislation (bills, regulations and orders in council) for the Province and for the provision of advice and opinions regarding legislation, statutory interpretation, government and Cabinet organization, budget and supply procedures, provincial elections and parliamentary law to the Offices of the Premier, the House Leader, the Lieutenant Governor, the Minister of Finance, Cabinet Operations and ministries.

The Publications Manager provides leadership and technical guidance to the OLC Publications Analysts, who support the legislative process in B.C. by helping to ensure legislative materials meet the high standards of accuracy and readability for which B.C. legislation and related publications are known. The Publications Manager ensures their group\xe2\x80\x99s overall efficient and effective operation and leads high-priority publishing projects. The Publications Manager will have project management responsibilities that include coordinating multiple concurrent publications, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring progress of publication projects.

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Publishing, English, Project Management, or another applicable program of study.
• At least two years of experience managing projects or project components.
• Extensive experience proofreading and checking the accuracy of documents prepared by other professionals, including conducting related research and analysis.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or mentoring others.
• Experience in desktop publishing and in designing accessible and user-friendly material for print and online publication.
• Experience updating and maintaining complex content collections.
• Experience in a professional office environment.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience with FileMaker Pro or other database software, or XML authoring tools or content management systems.
• Experience in a legislative office environment.
• Experience scheduling, coordinating, and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• At least two years of experience managing projects or project components in a publishing environment.
• Experience publishing legislation and related materials.
• Experience with FrameMaker, Acrobat DC or other desktop publishing software.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Pip.Wallace@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunities.

This position is excluded from union membership.

Flexible work options are available; this position may work partly at home as per the 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 can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], M\xc3\xa9tis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

In addition to applying through the BC Public Service Recruitment System, you must email a copy of your cover letter and resume to Natasha Summerfield at Natasha.Summerfield@gov.bc.ca. This is a required part of your application. Your application will not be considered if your email is not received before the competition closes.

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 (Basic): Yes - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application website. 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.

The BC Public Service COVID-19 Vaccination Policy defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

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.

Job Category
Administrative Services