BC Public Service Looking for BAND 6 – Executive Director at Victoria, BC Full Time

Bring your analytical expertise to this dynamic leadership opportunity

Justice Services Branch (JSB) works to support British Columbia’s commitment to a justice and public safety sector founded on the rule of law, encompassing administrative, civil, criminal, family and Indigenous justice, and human rights. JSB’s mandate is to make the justice system more accessible to British Columbians through policy and programs, procedural and substantive law reform.

The role of the Tribunals & Agency Support Division (TASD) is as follows:

• Of the 28 tribunals in the province, 19 are administratively accountable to the Attorney General (AG), representing approximately $63M gross of recoveries in annual budget. TASD facilitates reform of the administrative justice sector in BC to decrease costs, reduce delays, and improve access and accountability.
• AG (and thus JSB) has oversight of most of the legislation and business linkages to the Independent Offices of the Legislative Assembly. In addition to the 19 tribunals, JSB also have oversight of other independent offices and crown agencies. This position will provide direction and management to business linkages, work plans, and when applicable operations, in order to support consistency, transparency and accountability with these independent offices, as required by the Assistant Deputy Minister of JSB or Deputy Attorney General.

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, the Executive Director provides strategic leadership, coordination, and expertise through the management of business transformation projects across BC’s administrative justice sector, support for multi-disciplinary access to justice innovation projects that cross organizational boundaries and have a broad impact, and manages the relationships with and oversight of independent offices. The Executive Director leads directors, managers and analysts responsible for the diverse portfolio required to oversee operations as well as develops, implements and evaluates transformation initiatives across the administrative as well as broader justice sector.

Job Requirements:
Education and Experience

• University degree in business administration, public administration, law, or related field (Masters level preferred); OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior management role leading new business development projects and/or business transformation projects involving a diverse range of project portfolios.
• Minimum 3 years of experience establishing collaborative relationships with senior leaders across government and leading organizational change associated with implementation.
• Minimum 3 years of experience leading and coaching multi-disciplinary senior management teams in the development and implementation of a diverse range of projects.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• 3 or more years of experience in strategic business planning; contract management; financial management; and leading multi-party negotiations.
• 3 or more years working with public sector independent offices of some kind.
• 3 or more years working in justice or a closely related field.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected]

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunities.

This position is excluded from union membership.

Flexible work options are available; this position may work one or more days in the office and other days from home as per the Telework Agreement. If this is not possible, remote work options may also be available as well.

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 can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover Letter: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 (Standard): YES – You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application website. 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:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/proviso requirements.

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.