Admn o 24r

Posting Title - ADMN O 24R - Communications Specialist - Position Classification - Administrative Officer R24 - Union - GEU - Work Options - Hybrid - Location - Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary) - Salary Range - $76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually - Close Date - 5/30/2025 - Job Type - Regular Full Time - Temporary End Date - Ministry/Organization - BC Public Service -> Destination BC Corp. - Ministry Branch / Division - Corporate Development - Job Summary **Position**:Communications Specialist **Classification**: AO24 **Salary**:$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 **Status**: Permanent, full-time **Location**:Vancouver, BC **Work Option**:Hybrid **Closing Date**: May 30, 2025, 4PM **Position #**: 00116735 **Competition #**: DBC 2025-17 - If you are interested and you meet the selection criteria, please respond to _this link_ with your cover letter and CV _**_prior to 4 PM on May 30, 2025._** **The initial salary for this position will start at the beginning of the listed salary range with the opportunity to advance up the pay grid in annual increments. An eligibility list may be established.** At Destination BC, we are passionate about showcasing the transformative power of British Columbia’s travel experiences with the world. As a Provincially funded Crown corporation, we support BC’s tourism industry through global marketing, destination development, industry learning, community programs, and visitor services. Recognized globally for our authentic brand, award-winning marketing, and innovative destination management, we work collaboratively to strengthen BC’s tourism industry. We offer exciting and meaningful work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values learning and professional growth. Our flexible work policy balances in-office collaboration with working from home, creating optimal conditions for both employees and the organization. This position is part of our hybrid model, where employees work in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays and have the flexibility to work from home on other days. **PURPOSE OF POSITION** The Communications and Strategic Engagement team provides a range of services to assist the Corporation in fulfilling its mandate, with a strong focus on industry, government, partner, and employee engagement. Through collaborative relationships with internal staff, the tourism industry and the provincial government, the team promotes the Corporation’s programs and initiatives in support of industry growth, and the value of the visitor economy to British Columbians. Reporting directly to the Director, Communications and Strategic Engagement, the Communications Specialist delivers a broad range of activities, including communications planning (internal and external), writing and content development for the corporation’s communications channels, media relations and issues management. Internally, the Specialist works on a variety of communications activities to ensure staff receive timely information, in support of collaboration and strategic goals. Externally, the Specialist maintains a network of relationships with government and industry partners to ensure Destinations BC’s interests are positively represented. **SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES** - Work collaboratively with partners within Destination BC and BC’s tourism industry to strategize, plan and create a variety of products including multi-media presentations, speeches, messaging and scripts, fact sheets, newsletters, briefing materials and announcements for a variety of audiences. - Support the management of Destination BC's editorial calendar to ensure strategic alignment and timely delivery of key communications across multiple platforms. - Create and manage content for an internal communications resource hub for staff, ensuring materials are current, relevant, and reflective of organizational priorities. - Plan and/or attend industry consultation meetings, trade shows, brand activations and special events to promote the work of the Corporation and the value of tourism in British Columbia. - Provide proactive and reactive responses for crises and issues, ensuring audiences are promptly informed with accurate information, to maintain organizational trust and clarity during sensitive situations. This includes supporting Destination BC’s response to emerging issues and trends by actively monitoring news and current events, ensuring content is engaging, timely, accurate, and aligns with brand guidelines, and - Represent the team and Destination BC on variety of internal and external committees/projects, as needed. - Other related duties as required. **JOB REQUIREMENTS** - Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, English, Public Administration or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. - Three years professional experience in public relations, communications planning, writing and editorial, or media relations. - Three years’ experience in the creation of a variety of materials for public dissemination i