BAND 5 – Executive Director, Serious and Organized Crime

The Team
The Serious and Organized Crime Division is an established team consisting of three business units composed of approximately 20 individuals including managers, analysts and support staff.  The members of this highly motivated Division are passionate about working with police and other stakeholders on programs and policies related to serious and organized crime, public order, and the development and expansion of hub model programs that provide front line services to individuals in crisis.

The Role
As the Executive Director, Serious and Organized Crime, reporting to the Deputy Director of the Policing and Security Branch, you will play a vital role in enhancing public safety across British Columbia. In this position, you will oversee the development and implementation of initiatives that tackle serious crimes, including organized crime and gun violence. You’ll work closely with a team to create policies and strategies that address high-priority issues, collaborating with local, provincial, and federal partners, as well as community groups. Your leadership will be essential in ensuring effective management of the division and in fostering strong relationships with stakeholders committed to improving safety for all British Columbians. If you’re passionate about making a difference and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply!

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
 

• Combination of relevant university degree and 4 years or more of recent (within the past five years) progressively more responsible management experience in strategic, business and operational planning.
• 4 years or more recent experience (within the past five years) working with police agencies and/or within a police environment in British Columbia
• Minimum of 5 years experience facilitating issues in a highly sensitive milieu, setting priorities and making decisions between high profile and competing needs.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have experience with issues management related to policing and/or justice issues.
• Experience working with a diverse constituency and leading and supervising staff.
• Experience leading major projects or initiatives.
• Preference may be given to applicants who have led major projects or initiatives within a policing environment.
• Experience working with policing legislation, regulations, policies, and programs in British Columbia.
• Experience leading and supervising staff, preferably in a unionized environment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brian.Sims@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.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

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.  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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