BAND 3 - Regional Manager, North Coast Region - Jobs in Kitimat, BC

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Regional Manager, North Coast RegionManagement Band 3An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that 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.Provide leadership, supervision and training in a dynamic and changing environmentThe Regional Economic Operations Branch provide direct front-line service and support to communities, businesses and regional development organizations, and also develops and delivers policies, programs and initiatives that support regional economic development. The REO Branch includes a network of economic development staff that are located throughout the province focused on providing targeted responses to the needs of communities.The position provides service and support to local governments to advance their local and regional economic development initiatives, facilitates the development of private and public sector partnerships and industry alliances, negotiates agreements and advises on funding programs and other opportunities to help strengthen and diversify the regional economy.The Regional Manager is responsible for advancing a diverse range of initiatives which cross the mandates of other provincial ministries, federal departments, non-government organizations and regional stakeholders. By providing insight and intelligence regarding local issues, the Regional Manager informs and influences decisions made by government that can affect economic development in a specific area.The Regional Manager is responsible for advancing a diverse range of rural development initiatives that may span key industry sectors, including but not limited to forestry, mining, energy, oil and gas, fisheries, retail, construction, information technology, tourism, transportation, manufacturing.In addition, the position identifies emerging economic issues, assesses the competitive market place, analyzes industry sector market trends in the region, and advises on government policy and program development.The Regional Manager is the senior Ministry representative on rural economic development for the region. The position is a key contact for investors, businesses, local government, First Nations and elected officials, and will also act as the strategic link to the ministry goals.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.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.For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact dale.richardson@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.Job Requirements:In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• University degree, certificate or college diploma, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years’ experience in leading/conducting sector and stakeholder consultation and leading multi-party discussions to resolve issues.
• 3 years’ experience building strategic partnerships and facilitating the development of collaborative relationships.
• 3 years’ experience managing complex projects.
• Preference for experience working in a local or regional economic development setting.

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 in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: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 (COMPREHENSIVE): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.Quick Apply

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