Summary

The Team The Internal Communications and Online Content team is responsible for ensuring that Ministry of Forests staff across the province have all the information and tools to do their jobs, and that the people of B.C. can rely on the ministry’s content found on gov.bc.ca.  We are based in the Deputy Minister’s Office which was acknowledged as a top work unit in the BC Public Service in 2024. The successful applicant can look forward to joining a small and supportive group that takes pride in advancing an important mandate that focuses on B.C.’s ecosystem health, a modernized forestry sector, and advancing meaningful reconciliation with First Nations.  The Role The successful applicant will take responsibility for maintaining the Ministry of Forests high st

Description

The Team
The Internal Communications and Online Content team is responsible for ensuring that Ministry of Forests staff across the province have all the information and tools to do their jobs, and that the people of B.C. can rely on the ministry’s content found on gov.bc.ca.  We are based in the Deputy Minister’s Office which was acknowledged as a top work unit in the BC Public Service in 2024. The successful applicant can look forward to joining a small and supportive group that takes pride in advancing an important mandate that focuses on B.C.’s ecosystem health, a modernized forestry sector, and advancing meaningful reconciliation with First Nations. 

The Role
The successful applicant will take responsibility for maintaining the Ministry of Forests high standards for intranet and external web pages. You will use the Public Service’s content management system to ensure web content is accurate, meets government web standards, and follows plain language guidelines. The ICOC interacts closely with every business area in this large ministry. That means our team is highly appreciated for the service we provide while enjoying a unique view of the entire ministry in action. You can expect a thorough training period, on-going support, and daily interaction with the full team. 

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Secondary school graduation.
•    Experience reviewing/editing written content.
•    Experience working on projects with multiple subject matter experts.
•    Related work experience in project management.

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:
•    Experience with content management systems.
•    Direct experience working within the Government’s content management system, CMS Lite, in editing, creating, and publishing webpages and assets.
•    Experience applying government web standards including web writing, content structuring, and plain language concepts.
•    Experience working in the Natural Resource Ministries.
 

For questions regarding this position, please contact Elizabeth.Enloe@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until January 2, 2026. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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.

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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

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. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.

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