Apply your expertise in project and policy analysis to support exceptional service delivery.
The Transportation Supply Chain Branch resides in the Integrated Transportation & Infrastructure Services Division of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure. The Branch is a dynamic team committed to the continual improvement of BC’s transportation system by developing and enabling integrated, multi-modal infrastructure initiatives to strengthen the economy and reduce transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions through the efficient movement of people and goods.
The Project and Policy Analyst provides project management, policy analysis, research and advice required to deliver priority projects. The Project and Policy Analyst also participates in engagement and consultative processes with internal/external stakeholders and technical experts, for purposes of developing recommendations for senior management and Executive on a wide range of projects or for developing or reviewing implications to related policy and legislation. The Transportation Supply Chain Branch operates in a matrix style of work allocation and prioritization where staff report to one human resources supervisor but report to other supervisors based on the project.
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher in planning (transportation, urban/land use), engineering, economics, social sciences, geography, business administration, public administration or equivalent.
- Minimum of two (2) years of related experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.
Related experience must include all of the following:
- Experience in conducting research, policy analysis and planning.
- Experience in writing a variety of documents, such as briefing materials/reports/correspondence.
- Experience contributing to the management of projects and/or project components.
- Experience in developing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships, inside and outside government.
- Experience managing and analyzing data, using multiple sources and multiple methodologies, and summarizing/reporting on results of analysis.
- Experience in providing analyses, evaluation and recommendations to senior managers or executives.
Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:
- Experience in transportation research, transportation policy analysis, transportation planning and/or project development in a transportation context.
- Experience working effectively in a multi-disciplinary and cross-organizational team environment.
- Experience in spatial analysis (eg. GIS or ArcGIS Online), Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), programming and/or dashboard development.
For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected]
About this Position:
This position can be based in any Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to # days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and temporary opportunities.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
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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 - 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: 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 [email protected], before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
CRC - 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.
