Posting Title
BAND 4 - Senior Director, Connectivity Initiatives

Position Classification
Band 4

Union
N/A

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Comox, BC V9M 3M2 CA
Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA
Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
New Westminster, BC V3M 6H8 CA
North Vancouver, BC V7P 3M7 CA
Penticton, BC V2A 8X1 CA
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Y9 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA


Salary Range
$96,400.00 - $128,100.03 annually

Close Date
3/20/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens\' Services

Ministry Branch / Division
Connectivity-Network BC

Job Summary
Senior Director, Connectivity Initiatives
Band 4

Bring your telecommunication experience & technical leadership skills to this important role Dedicated to making life better for British Columbians, the Ministry of Citizens\' Services (CITZ) delivers key services that people rely on. CITZ delivers accessible, multi-channel services, through a single-point-of-contact service approach to people in urban and rural communities through Service BC, and delivers the digital face of government at www.gov.bc.ca. CITZ also provides support for the expansion of high-speed internet connectivity throughout the province, leadership across government to modernize information management and technology resources, trusted data services to government agencies, prompt and relevant responses to freedom of information requests, and statistical and economic research, information and analysis to businesses and the public sector. In addition, the ministry manages the Province\'s real estate assets, technology systems and equipment, and leverages procurement to increase business opportunities and create rewarding jobs that contribute to local economies and benefit individuals, families, and communities. A service-focused organization, CITZ strives to be a great place to work, where all employees feel both engages and motivated to do their best. The Connectivity Division leads government\xe2\x80\x99s mandate to expand internet connectivity to all British Columbians in all corners of the province. The division manages provincial funding programs, provides leadership, expertise, tools and supports to communities and local governments in the expansion, coordination and provisioning of telecommunications services, evaluating innovation solutions and pathways to the adoption of emerging technologies that enable the digital transformation of communities in every corner of the Province. The Connectivity Division delivers on this mandate through its Network BC and Connected Communities branches. Applicants are invited to listen to community leaders to learn more about what connectivity means to BC\xe2\x80\x99s communities: Connecting Haida Gwaii

Connecting Heiltsuk The primary purpose of the Senior Director, Connectivity Initiatives is to provide leadership support to connectivity programs that bridge the digital divide within British Columbia. The position supports a team that applies technical expertise to assess connectivity projects and support the program objectives and decision-making of the division. The Senior Director, working within the Network BC team, maximizes opportunities to explore, understand, and illuminate technical opportunities related to voice, broadband and cellular networks, and how emerging technologies can be incorporated. The Senior Director possesses a thorough understanding of corporate vision and strategy, leadership skills including business implications of decisions related to telecommunications service delivery.

Job Requirements: Education:

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree (or higher) in telecommunications, engineering, computer science, law or relevant area of study.
  

Experience:
Recent, related experience must include all of the following:

• Telecommunication industry experience (e.g. regulatory work, requirements gathering, network architecture, and systems engineering for voice, broadband, cellular and/or LAN/WLAN/WAN services).
• Experience with business case analysis and planning relating to network deployments to meet specific needs \xe2\x80\x93 e.g. for voice, broadband, cellular and/or LAN/WLAN/WAN data services.
• Experience working with a variety of telecommunications equipment vendors.
• Experience in a role that requires the business implications of decisions related to telecommunications service delivery to be examined.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and consultation.
  

Preference may be given to candidates with one (1) or more of the following:

• Formal training or certification in:
  (A) computing & information technologies; and/or,
  (B) advanced analytics; and/or,
  (C) project management.
• Experience in the context of multi-party projects that require building trust with multiple and diverse stakeholders and managing influence.
• One (1) or more years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in the related experience requirements.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Marie.Trudgian@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full-time position available.
This position is located in Victoria; however, Burnaby, Campbell River, Comox, Courtenay, Coquitlam, Cranbrook, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, Kamloops, Kelowna, Langley, Maple Ridge, Nanaimo, Nelson, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Penticton, Port Alberni, Powell River, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Prince George, Richmond, Salmon Arm, Smithers, Surrey, Vancouver, West Vancouver, Vernon may also be considered subject to Ministry operational requirements.
The recruitment process for this competition will take place virtually.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership. Working for the BC Public Service:
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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above. 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. Cover letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Questionnaire (COMPREHENSIVE): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.

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.

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
Leadership and Management