STO-RE 18R - Quality Assurance and Analytics Specialist AMENDED

Quality Assurance and Analytics Specialist
Scientific Technical Officer 18R

Amendment (February 25, 2022) Added additional locations
This is a temporary opportunity for 6 months and may be extended or become permanent
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary or permanent positions.
This position can be performed from multiple communities and the location of the position is negotiable.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

An opportunity to utilize your exceptional analytical expertise in the natural resource sector

Supporting science, research and analysis, the Environmental and Climate Monitoring Section is responsible for the provincial ambient air, water, snow and climate monitoring networks. The section directs monitoring equipment procurement and installation, data collection and management activities, quality assurance procedures, and reporting of air and water quality trends and state of the environment information. Through sharing of the data collected and the information obtained, regarding ambient air and water quality within the province, the section helps shape ministry policy, standards development and implementation, and associated effectiveness monitoring approaches.

Reporting to the Unit Head – Air and Climate Networks, ensures all aspects of data analysis and analytics are applied to the Ministry’s air quality and hydrometeorological (Snow Program) data streams to report accurate, reliable and repeatable data. Data are reported through two programs:

• the Air Program that meets the requirements for the Air Quality Management System (as defined by Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment (CCME)); and
• the Snow Program that meets client requirements for water management activities (flood forecasting, water licencing), and climate change monitoring.

All data generated must meet a consistent standard of accuracy and reliability as it informs the setting of environmental standards, program development and executive decision-making supporting the management of industrial emissions in air sheds, air quality and health related issues reported to the public, water use and stage forecasting (flood, hydro-electric generation and conservation) and increase the understanding of the climate change impact in the Province in remote locations.

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.

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For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Ted.Weick@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• University degree in Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, Computer Systems AND 4 years of related experience in air monitoring or data management; OR
• Technical diploma in Environmental Sciences, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Meteorological or Data management studies AND 6 years of related experience in air monitoring or data management; OR
• An equivalent combination of experience or training may also be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience with analyzing time series data using statistical methodologies

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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 (COMPREHENSIVE): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.