BAND 5 – Executive Director, Indigenous Core Policing and Contract Management Division

The Team
The Indigenous Core Policing and Contract Management Division superintends, administers oversees the Police Service Agreements (Provincial Police Service Agreement, Municipal Police Service Agreement and Municipal Police Unit Agreement) pertaining to Core Policing administration/programs/initiatives, the Indigenous Policing Program Agreements (Framework Agreement, Community Tripartite Agreement, Self-Administered Policing Agreement, and Enhanced Policing Agreement), including program administration. The Division has responsibility for policy and program administration as well as stakeholder engagement on a variety of policing related issues and leads and oversees Police Model Transitions.  The Division consists of about 25 staff.

The Role
As the Executive Director of the Indigenous, Core Policing and Contract Management Division, you will play a key role in supporting the Policing and Security Branch’s mission. Working alongside the Deputy Director, Indigenous Core Policing and Contract Management, you’ll lead a diverse team of leaders and staff to superintend and ensure adequate and effective policing in BC and oversee management and delivery of RCMP policing agreements at the National, Provincial, Municipal and community levels.  Your work will contribute to the advancement of Indigenous policing programs and services and will facilitate transitions in policing models. As part of the executive team, you’ll help shape policies and programs that govern policing across British Columbia, making a meaningful impact on community safety and well-being. We’re excited to welcome someone passionate about these important initiatives!

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Relevant post-secondary education (such as Public Administration, Social Sciences, Economics, Criminology or related field) and 4 years or more of progressively more responsible management experience in strategic, business and operational planning.
• 5 years or more experience facilitating issues in a highly sensitive milieu, setting priorities and making decisions between high profile and competing needs.
• 3 years or more experience working with a diverse constituency and leading and supervising staff.
• 2 years or more experience leading major projects or initiatives.
• Experience working with policing legislation, regulations, policies, and programs in British Columbia.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience working with or having knowledge of police agencies and provincial/municipal policing agreements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jamie.Lipp@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work a few days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.

This position is excluded from union membership.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

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: YES – A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please ensure your cover letter details how you meet the job qualifications and, if applicable, the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the job profile. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES – Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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