ADMN O 24R - Business Continuity Planning Advisor

Posting Title
ADMN O 24R - Business Continuity Planning Advisor

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
12/17/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens' Services

Ministry Branch / Division
Corporate Services Division / People Planning and Organizational Support

Job Summary

The Team
The Corporate Planning and Strategic Initiatives (CPSI) team works to help the ministry plan and stay on track with its goals. The team is responsible for creating important documents like the Corporate Plan and Risk Registers, and also leads efforts around emergency planning and business continuity. With 7 team members, CPSI is an established team that works closely together, focusing on relationships, service, and creating a welcoming environment for everyone. By joining the team, you'll be part of a group dedicated to supporting government priorities and ensuring the ministry is prepared for any challenges.

The Role
The Business Continuity Planning (BCP) Advisor plays a crucial role in ensuring the ministry is prepared to handle disruptions and maintain essential services. This position involves guiding teams through risk assessments and helping develop robust continuity plans, while also delivering training and leading workshops to ensure everyone understands their role in business continuity. The Advisor represents the ministry on a government-wide committee, advocating for its needs and aligning with broader government initiatives. Candidates will find this role rewarding, as it offers the opportunity to make a real impact on the ministry's ability to deliver services during emergencies and work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and 2 years of *related experience; OR
• Diploma in a related field and 3 years related experience; OR
• Certificate or coursework in Business Continuity Planning and 4 years *related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related experience includes the following:

• Experience with facilitating groups to consensus, developing and delivering adult training and designing and delivering emergency management exercises.
• Experience in the preparation of business case analyses and RFPs/RFIs.
• Experience undertaking business impact analysis and developing business continuity plans at the organizational level

Proviso/Willingness Statement:

• Work requires on-call and extended hours during incidents and exercises.

For questions regarding this position, please contact: Kelton.Doraty@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to five (5) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
The position headquarters will be Victoria, Vancouver, Surrey, Richmond or Prince George.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens' Services.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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.

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Job Category
Administrative Services, Policy, Research and Economics, Social Services