Location: Victoria, BC Employment Type: Regular Full Time Union: MOVEUP Salary: MoveUp Group 09, MIN $5,730.00 - MAX $6,882.00 Closing Date (MM/DD/YYYY): 05/22/2023

Are we right for you...

We?re passionate about people and creating sustainable, safe and affordable public transit solutions to residents across BC. We are an organization that has a people-first approach and considers people first in every business decision that we make. We are part of the solution and what we do matters; from fighting climate change with battery electric buses, to affordability through cost effective transportation, to connecting remote communities, we bring the heart, soul and innovation to public transportation. It?s an exciting time to be in public transportation sector and we?re looking for a creative and passionate leader to join our team. Not only would you be joining an engaged organization but you?d also get to enjoy flexible work arrangements, extended benefits and a pension plan as just a few of the benefits BC Transit employees are eligible for. Keep reading to find out if this role is meant for you!

What you'll be doing...

Customer Experience and Public Affairs provides positive and meaningful experiences for our customers across the province through targeted marketing, communications, and fare-related activities. Our core expertise includes online platform management, marketing planning, graphic
design, public relations, media relations, government relations and fare program planning.
BC Transit is seeking a highly motivated candidate with experience in managing digital properties
including social media channels and coordinating content development and replies in real-time. This role plays an integral part in the coordination and execution of digital communication strategies, while working with peers and supervisors to use social media channels to enhance the BC Transit brand.
This position will report to the Manager, Digital Experience, and will work closely with an aligned team. The successful candidate is a multi-disciplinary digital communicator, with a strong working knowledge of numerous digital channels. They have a strong analytical background, and make decisions based on data. They have a keen eye for detail, strong writing skills and continually look for ways to support their team in the creation and development of digital communication campaigns.
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What you'll bring to the table...

• Experience creating cross-channel digital campaigns.
• Experience with social campaigns, content writing, channel management and use of enterprise-level management tool.
• Experience in digital advertising and media planning.
• Analytical skills to identify and assess the impacts of related risks and opportunities.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgment, political sensitivity and a proactive approach in all areas of decision making with the ability to make recommendations, problem-solve and prioritize.
• Interpersonal skills to identify mutually acceptable solutions, and work to achieve consensus between groups.
• Advanced knowledge of the principles, theories, concepts and practices of digital marketing and experience with digital marketing strategy and planning with established technological platforms and emerging digital media.
• Exceptional, communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willing and adept at learning new technologies and skilled in training others in using same (or different) technologies.
• Enjoys working in a fast paced environment.
• Able to meet tight, conflicting deadlines.

What we'll bring to the table...

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits to support you and your family, regardless of what life throws at you
• Membership in a ?gold plated? defined benefit pension plan, meaning it?s the best in the Province and one of the best in the country; putting you in a strong position when it comes time to retire
• Access to fitness and lifestyle centers to help you take care of your physical fitness and health
• Various programs that support employees such as an Employee Assistance Program and health and wellness initiatives and events aimed at fostering your mental health
• A complimentary employee bus pass (taxable dependent passes)
• A corporate learning and development program to help you in continuous career growth
• An employee recognition program where we all recognize each other's successes (not just your Leaders!)
• A social club that gives you access to events throughout Victoria

What next steps could look like...

• Interviews will take place between June 7th and 8th, 2023.
• There may be an assignment/presentation as part of the interview process.
• The position requires the completion of a Criminal Record Check or Vulnerable Sector Search.
• If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know how we can assist you.
• BC Transit is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If the organization identifies this position as a reasonable accommodation for an existing employee, all candidates will be notified as soon as reasonably possible.

At BC Transit, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace; if you?re excited about this role and you have a combination of education and experience that you feel would fulfill its requirements, we encourage you to apply. In keeping with this belief, we do not discriminate on any basis. Should you require any accommodation or have questions, please let us know.