Band 2 - Human Resource Consultant - Communications

Posting Title- BAND 2 - Human Resource Consultant - Communications- Position Classification- Band 2- Union- N/A- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA Creston, BC V0B 1G6 CA Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA Fort St John, BC V1J6M7 CA Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary) Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA Port Moody, BC V3H 5C9 CA Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA Vernon, BC V1T 9V2 CA Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA - Salary Range- $76,500.09 - $ 108,100.23 annually, plus $54.75 bi-weekly Isolation allowance for Fort Nelson.- Close Date- 12/10/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development- Ministry Branch / Division- FCS/HR- Job Summary**The Team** The Workforce Planning and Reporting work unit focuses on enhancing MCFD's ability to develop and retain employees while identifying key positions and functions that need to be filled both now and in the future. The team analyzes workforce supply and demand, addressing recruitment and retention challenges. As part of a close-knit team, their efforts contribute to strengthening MCFD's ability to build and sustain a skilled workforce, ensuring the delivery of essential services to children, youth, and families in British Columbia. **The Role** The HR Consultant, reporting to the Senior Manager, Human Resources-Workforce Planning, is responsible for developing and implementing the branch’s strategic communications plan. This role leads communication efforts for each team within the HR branch, ensuring cohesive, effective, and responsive communication of HR initiatives, policies, and procedures across the ministry. The HR Consultant Communications works closely with the Workforce Planning and Reporting team to create communications for the Child and Family Service Sector and oversees the design, development, and implementation of professional communications products, using a project management approach and collaborating with various stakeholders. **Qualifications**: **Education and Experience Requirements** - Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or in a related field, AND a minimum of two years related experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.Years of related Experience must include each of the following: - Experience designing, developing, and implementing strategic communications plans, business plans, workforce plans, and/or strategic frameworks. - Experience leading large projects through all phases of the project management life cycle. - Experience establishing collaborative relationships with Executives and senior leaders and with external stakeholders; leading organizational change associated with new program implementation. Experience writing executive and/or corporate communications.Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the following: - Experience presenting both virtually and in person to groups of up to 100 participants. - Professional experience in communications, public relations, media relations, journalism, or related field. - CPHR and/or Human Resource Degree, Diploma, or Certificate. **About this Position**: This position is excluded from union membership. This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above. An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies. 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. **How to Apply**: **Cover Letter: NO - **Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. **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. - Job Category- Leadership and Management