Government Relations Specialist

Engineers and Geoscientists British Columbia is currently searching for a **Government Relations Specialist** to join our team in Burnaby on a contract until June 2026.

The Government Relations Specialist will play an important role in driving the organization’s government relations program forward by planning and executing the day-to-day government affairs activities for the organization. As a key member of the government relations team, this position will play a lead role in implementing the government relations program to meet the evolving needs of the organization.

Our organization - one of BC's Top Employers - offers a competitive salary, an inclusive culture, and a hybrid work environment. Full details on our compensation and benefits value offering can be found below.

**WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING**
- Works with the government relations team to plan and implement the organization’s government relations program, including the development of a yearly engagement plan; develops and manages the tactical plan and schedule to achieve strategic goals.
- Monitors and keeps current on legislative, regulatory and policy issues; provides analysis and assesses potential impacts to the organization; supports the development of organizational responses.
- Assists in drafting position papers, policy briefs and other written materials to inform internal leadership and support decision-making.
- Works with colleagues across the organization and supports internal working groups to identify, assess and monitor priority issues. Supports the working groups by planning agendas, scheduling meetings, coordinating meeting materials, tracking and documenting developments.
- Assists the Executive team in preparing for various government meetings through pre and post meeting preparation, preparing meeting materials and speaking notes, and managing tracking of action items.
- Leads the development of timely reports and communication to the Board to advise on key developments and progress.
- Supports the planning and delivery of meetings and events with government officials and other relevant partners, including event organization, meeting coordination, on-site support and preparation of meeting materials and speaking notes.
- Participates in regular meetings on government relations with staff and external consultants, tracking progress on strategic objectives and following up on action items as required.
- Tracks progress against the government relations plan, including tracking all engagement activities, action items, and outcomes.
- Tracks all government relations lobbying activities and ensures timely monthly reporting to the Office of the Registrar of Lobbyists, in compliance with the Lobbyists Transparency Act; keeps up to date on legislative requirements related to government relations activities.
- Coordinates specific meetings with the Office of the Superintendent of Professional Governance related to policy, legislation, and government affairs, providing support to the Executive Team in their engagements with that Office.
- Other duties as assigned by direct leader and, as appropriate, members of the departmental leadership team.

**WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR**
- Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, law, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or similar role.
- 5+ years of experience working with, and a strong understanding of, provincial government legislative, regulatory and policy processes.
- 5+ years of experience analyzing and interpreting legislative and regulatory documents.
- 3+ years of project management experience, including strong organizational skills and ability to follow project management methodologies.
- 3+ years of experience managing relationships with government officials and bodies on behalf of an organization, and experience using excellent interpersonal skills to maintain and develop those relationships.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU**

Each member of our team contributes to public safety in BC and helps us deliver on our vision of “modern regulation for a resilient world.” We serve the public as an inclusive, progressive, and future-focused regulator. Our Strategic Plan also places priority on our role to advance climate action, foster equity, diversity and inclusion, and move towards reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. At Engineers and Geoscientists BC, we are committed to demonstrating our values of collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.

This role offers a competitive compensation and benefits program including an annual salary of $68,500-$76,500 (pro-rated based on the length of contract). For full-time contract employees on this length of contract, we offer:

- 8% additional pay in lieu of benefits.
- 10 vacation days per annum (pro-rated based on the length of contract).
- A flex day program offering additional paid d