BAND 2 - Employers' Adviser - Closing date extended

Posting Title
BAND 2 - Employers' Adviser - Closing date extended

Position Classification
Band 2

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,500.09 - $ 108,100.23 annually

Close Date
9/29/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Ministry of Labour

Ministry Branch / Division
Employers' Advisers Office (EAO)

Job Summary

The Team
The Employers' Advisers Office (EAO) provides services to employers, independent operators, sole proprietors, partnerships, and employer associations on all aspects of the workers' compensation system including compensation (claims), health and safety (prevention, workplace incidents and inspections, penalties), and insurance (employer registration and assessments).

The Role
Employers' Advisers research and interpret the Workers Compensation Act, Occupational Health and Safety Regulation and applicable policies to provide expert services to employers. Our services range from providing inquiry-based advice and assistance, to more complex assistance involving representation services to employers at WorkSafeBC, the Review Division or the Workers' Compensation Appeal Tribunal. The nature of our work is diverse and complex, requiring management of a high volume and demanding caseload, necessitating expeditious and precise decision-making and the balancing of competing priorities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience

• University degree in a related discipline (i.e. law, psychology, human resources, occupational health & safety, etc.) or equivalent combination of education, training and experience (i.e. CRSP, CPHR).
• Experience providing advice and assistance concerning various types of legislation, regulations, policies or procedures.
• Experience researching and preparing cases for decision/submission or appearing before tribunals/boards/commissions/appellate bodies/mediations.
• Experience preparing and presenting materials for educational and informational purposes.

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience in occupational health and safety (prevention), disability/injury management, claims adjudication, assessments (insurance) and/or medical and legal review.
• Experience with the BC workers' compensation system: claims management, disability/injury management and workplace occupational health and safety matters.
• Fluency in a second language such as Cantonese, Mandarin, Punjabi, French, Spanish or other.

Willingness Statement

• Applicant must be willing to travel when required.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Karry.Kainth@eao-bc.org .

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a couple of days a week subject to an approved telework agreement and operational requirements.
Amendment (August 26): The starting annual salary for this position may be between $90,000.00 to near the top of the Band 2 salary range. The salary amount will be determined by the successful candidate's relevant education and experience
Amendment (September 12): Posting closing date extended to September 29, 2024.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or 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.

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: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

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 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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Job Category
Leadership and Management