Interested in a career in communications? Developing critical communication skills?

Bring your creativity, organizational and planning skills and, most of all, your written and verbal communications expertise to this dynamic position within the Ministry of Children and Family Development’s Corporate Planning, Reporting and Communications team. As a Communications Officer, you’ll have the opportunity to stretch your talents, researching and writing articles, blogs, messages and more, developing engaging web pages, leading executive livestreams, and using your graphic know-how. Join our talented and passionate team in this exciting role!

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English or equivalent, and 1 year of related experience; OR
• Certificate or formal course work in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, or equivalent and 2 years of related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Related experience includes the following:
  • Minimum 1 year of experience writing and editing communications materials.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience with staff engagement and communications.
  • Experience using graphic design and website preparation software such as Front Page, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop and Illustrator.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• Experience working with CMS lite or another content-management system.
• Experience working with senior leaders and/or executives.
• Experience in a social ministry or within the social sector.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

Proviso

• Occasional overnight travel to coordinate and/or attend major ministry events.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Trish.Shields@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based in any Children & Family Development ministry office. 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, Métis, 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 - 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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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.