ISL 30R - Solution Architect

Posting Title
ISL 30R - Solution Architect

Position Classification
Information Systems R30

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Richmond, BC V7C 4M9 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$99,785.84 - $113,949.98 annually which includes a 9.9% Temporary Market Adjustment*

Close Date
9/24/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date
11/28/2025

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens' Services

Ministry Branch / Division
Enterprise Services Division/ Digital Workplace and Collaboration Services Branch

Job Summary

The Team
The Digital Workplace and Collaboration Services Branch (DWCS) is an established team of 90 dedicated professionalsresponsible for implementing high-quality tools to support a modern digital workplace. By delivering employee-ready tools and supports, DWCS enables and empowers all B.C. Public Service employees to deliver services to the citizens of B.C. DWCS is focused on providing simple, accessible, and approachable solutions to employees; by delivering the information andresources they need to access and use digital tools and services.

Part of the DWCS team includes the Digital Workplace Planning and Design (DWPD) unit that isresponsible for the planning and design of the roll-out for new and/or updatedproductivity tools to help BC Public Service (BCPS) employees work more efficiently and effectively. The team is currently focused on enabling Microsoft Power Platform as a service, and the future implementation planning for Microsoft Purview for the BCPS. Their ongoing dedication to supporting and enabling effective cloud application infrastructure is highly valued and essential to the support of a modern digital workplace.

The Role
The Solution Architect is responsible for leading the evaluation, planning, testing, and implementation of Microsoft 365 (M365) applications at the enterprise level for the BC Public Service (BCPS) and some Broader Public Sector organizations. This role involves collaborating with clients and business partners to understand requirements, designing scalable solutions, ensuring alignment with best practices, and overseeing the integration of M365 services to enhance productivity, security, and collaboration across the BCPS. This position plays a pivotalrole in leading the technical implementation of M365 cloud applications such as SharePoint, OneDrive and/or Power Platform and ensuring that solutions are optimized for performance and maintainability while supporting strategic IT objectives to support a digital workplace in alignment with B.C's Digital Plan: Mission 4 . The position is exciting for those who enjoy solving complex challenges, modernizing legacy systems, and driving innovation in a highly impactful environment as they work towards shape large-scale digital transformations that directly support BC Public Servants.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in Information Technology and/or Information Management or a related field and a minimum of three (3) years related experience*, OR
• Diploma, in Information Technology and/or Information Management or a related filed and a minimum of five (5) years related experience*, OR
• Secondary school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of seven (7) years related experience*

*Related experience must include all of the following:

o Experience providing a significant focus on customer/client experience and customer/client service.
o Experience coordinating resolution of technical and business problems while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
o Experience conducting technical feasibility analysis and/or developing technology plans and strategies.

• A minimum of two (2) years' experience in assessing customer/client requirements, developing and implementing technical and business solutions.
• A minimum of three (3) years' experience developing and implementing Microsoft 365 application management within a large enterprise environment.

Preference may be given to individuals with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience supervising staff including assignment of work, development and evaluation of performance plans and approval of leave.
• Experience providing leadership and advice to highly trained and qualified staff and/or consultants
• One (1) or more years experience with Microsoft infrastructure technologies, specifically experience with Microsoft Power Platform, SharePoint Online, and/or OneDrive.
• One (1) or more years experience working in an agile methodology environment focused on the planning, design, testing and implementation of digital products and/or services.
  

WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS

• Must be flexible with working hours, hours of work vary depending on operational demands
• Must be willing to work overtime and/or be placed on standby 24/7 with limited notice year-round, including on weekends, evenings, nights and holidays, as needed.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Hilary.Street@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 11/28/2025 . This position may be extended or become permanent.
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens' Services.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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: 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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Job Category
Information Management/Information Technology