Job Description

Posting Title
BAND 3 - Director, Projects & Transformation

Position Classification
Band 3

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA


Salary Range
$86,200.00 - $122,100.01 annually

Close Date
12/4/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Health

Ministry Branch / Division
Business Services Branch, Finance & Corporate Services Division

Job Summary
Bring your vision, leadership and strategic planning skills to this important role in a newly created branch

The Ministry of Health is responsible for maintaining an accessible, high quality, affordable system for health service delivery that meets the needs of the citizens of the Province of BC. Its mandate is to support and enhance a responsive, comprehensive, regionalized health care system that promotes and provides for the physical, mental and community health of all British Columbians.

The Finance and Corporate Services Division supports the Ministry Executive and programs by managing and ensuring a consistent approach to financial and corporate issues. The services are provided through its branches: Financial Operations, Financial Analysis and Decision Support, Regional Grants and Decision Support, Audit and Investigations, Business Financial Transformation, Capital Services, Business Services and Logistics Strategy. These branches provide financial advice and assist programs to meet their strategic goals and operational plans, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and central agency directives.

The Director of Projects & Transformation leads, directs and supports the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of major long-term business transformation projects in the Finance and Corporate Services Division, overseeing sub-projects and/or multiple delivery components. Projects are taken from original concept through final completion and support a broader strategic management and transformation framework.

Job Requirements:

• Certificate or higher in a related field (business administration, business management, public administration) and three (3) years of *recent related experience.
  • Recent related experience must be within the last five (5) years and include:
  • Experience at a senior level leading major projects of large scale and complexity that have multiple project delivery components.
  • Experience establishing collaborative relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and leading organizational change associated with implementation.
  • Experience leading and coaching multi-disciplinary professionals and/or managers in the development and implementation of complex projects.
  • Experience in business planning, contract management, financial management, and negotiations.
  • Experience managing diverse high-volume workloads effectively and independently.
  • Experience dealing with highly confidential and sensitive issues.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Project Management Professional (PMP or equivalent) designation or working towards one.
• Experience in the health or finance sector.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Mandy.Giesbrecht@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is excluded from union membership.
This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 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, M\xc3\xa9tis, 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 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.

Job Category
Leadership and Management