Band 4 - Director Strategic Engagement and

Posting Title- BAND 4 - Director Strategic Engagement and Initiatives- Position Classification- Band 4- Union- N/A- Work Options- Remote- Location- Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 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 Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA - Salary Range- $105,900.12 - $140,800.04 annually, plus $54.75 isolation allowance for Fort Nelson or $37.64 for Smithers- Close Date- 9/30/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 11/2/2026- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Social Dev & Poverty Reduction- Ministry Branch / Division- Employment and Labour Market Services- Job Summary**The Team** The Strategic Communications and Engagement team is a passionate group of communications and engagement experts committed to making a positive impact. By driving initiatives that help British Columbians connect with meaningful jobs and support employers in finding skilled talent, this team plays a key role in WorkBC’s success. As a well-established and award-winning team known for service excellence, they work closely with senior leaders and community partners to create strategies that truly make a difference in communities across the province. If you value creativity, collaboration, and meaningful work, this team is for you. **The Role** This role is all about building strong relationships and leading strategic engagement initiatives that make a difference for job seekers and employers in B.C. You’ll drive key communications strategies, work closely with senior executives, and ensure programs stay responsive to the needs of diverse communities. In this fast-paced position, you’ll have the opportunity to shape high-impact initiatives while contributing to more inclusive, effective service delivery. If you’re passionate about collaboration, strategic thinking, and making a meaningful difference, this is an exciting role for you. **Qualifications**: **Education and Experience Requirements** - Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a related field such as journalism, public relations, writing, English, marketing, or a communications-related discipline. An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training may be considered. - Three years' experience in external communications management positions. - Experience in developing and delivering change management strategies. - Experience planning, developing, and implementing external communications and marketing strategies. - Experience in professional writing/communications materials and product development. - Experience in the development and implementation of public and partner engagement. - Experience leading and supervising employees or project teams. - Experience building and maintaining partnerships with a diverse range of senior leaders and internal and external partners. - Experience leading, influencing, implementing, and sustaining organizational change. - Experience in influencing diversity and inclusion initiatives and best practices. Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following: - Experience leading complex public sector external communications and public engagement strategies. - Experience in developing, implementing, and managing social media campaigns. - Education or certification in Change Management. - Education or certification in Project Management. - Experience working in the Social Sector. - Experience working with interested and affected parties to provide client services. - Due to the nature of the role, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status, Inuit and/or Metis), LGBTQ2S+, a Person with a Disability, and/or racialized groups, with the required combination of education and experience. Proviso **About this Position**: This is a temporary opportunity until November 2, 2026. This position may be extended or become permanent. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent 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. This position is excluded from union membership. **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**: **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 titl