The Team
The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) Outreach team is a small dedicated group led by an Outreach Investigator. The team builds meaningful connections with Indigenous communities marginalized groups police agencies and other partners to deepen understanding of the IIOs mandate. The team works closely with investigators and staff to support culturally respectful practices guided by Indigenous protocols and equity-focused values helping ensure the IIOs work is inclusive thoughtful and community-informed.
The Role
The Indigenous Liaison helps advance the IIOs outreach and engagement goals by building strong respectful relationships with Indigenous Peoples communities and groups. It supports IIO investigators and other staff in deepening their understanding of Indigenous cultures and perspectives and ensures these are meaningfully reflected in our investigative work. If you bring lived experience and cultural knowledge this is a powerful opportunity to make a differencefostering trust inclusion and connection in communities across the province.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
Recent and related experience includes the following:
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About this Position:
This position is based in Surrey.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening (ESS) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating adiverse workplaceto 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.
TheIndigenous Applicant Advisory Serviceis available to Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples such as your responsibilities projects youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation.
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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying visit theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.
Required Experience:
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