Posting Title
ISL 30R - Senior Telecommunications Specialist

Position Classification
Information Systems R30

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

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
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Langley, BC V3A 8T1 CA
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA
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 (Primary)


Salary Range
$88,152.35 - $100,665.30 annually plus 9.9% TMA. Rates effective April 9, 2023.

Close Date
4/24/2023

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date


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

Ministry Branch / Division
Connectivity

Job Summary
An exceptional opportunity to combine your telecommunications expertise, business acumen and technology skills in this exciting senior 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 This senior individual contributor technology role provides leadership in the planning, review and technical assessment of projects submitted to the Connecting Communities BC program. The role will lead technical assessment and negotiation efforts for project assessment, statement of work, and project monitoring for connectivity projects under the BC and federal government\xe2\x80\x99s $830 million investment to provide access to high-speed internet to all households in BC by 2027. This senior role requires both a detailed knowledge of Telecommunications technology, as well as the business acumen to understand how to effectively apply the technology to create value. The position entails consolidating telecommunications requirements across multiple stakeholder organizations, analyzing the best technical solutions to meet those needs, gaining executive consensus on a strategy and providing technical and business analysis.
Job Requirements:
Education:

• Diploma (or higher) in telecommunications, engineering, computer science or a related field AND a minimum five (5) years\xe2\x80\x99 *relevant experience.

Experience:
*Minimum five (5) years\xe2\x80\x99 relevant experience in each of the following:

• Telecommunication industry experience (e.g.: requirements gathering, network architecture, and systems engineering for voice, cellular and LAN/WLAN/WAN services).
• Experience architecting telecommunication solutions to meet specific business needs \xe2\x80\x93 for voice, cellular and LAN/WLAN/WAN data services.
• Experience writing and executing telecommunications business plans.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and consultation.

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

• Post-secondary degree in telecommunications, engineering, computer science or a related field.
• Experience in the context of multi-party projects that require building trust with multiple and diverse stakeholders and managing influence.

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

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens\' Services.
Flexible work options are available as per the Telework Agreement.
The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations

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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer

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 (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.

Job Category
Information Management/Information Technology