ECON 24R - Population Analyst

Posting Title
ECON 24R - Population Analyst

Position Classification
Economist R24

Union
GEU

Work Options
Remote

Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$76,071.18 - $86,658.48 annually

Close Date
12/19/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens' Services

Ministry Branch / Division
BC Stats/BC Data Service

Job Summary

The Team
The Demography section at BC Stats is responsible for producing population estimates and projections for British Columbia and sub-provincial areas. This established team consists of four dedicated professionals, primarily economists and data analysts specializing in time series modeling and statistical analysis. The team plays a vital role in providing population statistics and demographic analysis to inform planning and policy-making by provincial and local governments. Examples of recent projects include updating population projections to account for changes to immigration policy and developing population estimates for Indigenous communities. This team collaborates with multiple Ministries and government agencies and also liaises with Statistics Canada on the dissemination of population data and statistics.

The Role
As a Population Analyst, you will play a key role in delivering population statistics and demographic analyses to BC Stats clients and the public. Your core responsibilities will include preparing population data products for publication and reviewing them for accuracy. The Population Analyst also assists with developing and maintaining population projection models that are programmed using analytical coding languages.

As a member of the Demography team, you will have a unique birds-eye perspective on important demographic changes that are happening in British Columbia. The Population Analyst role has plenty to offer for those who enjoy math and statistics, tackling analytical coding challenges, and "using data for good" by delivering data-driven insights that have the potential to directly impact the lives of British Columbians. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career as a data professional in the BC Public Service by learning new techniques, applying your knowledge, and building connections across multiple Ministries and government agencies. Join us in making a contribution to high-impact work that serves the public and benefits our diverse communities in British Columbia.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

We appreciate that non-traditional career paths may have developed a candidate's competency and alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered. A combination of education in a related field and/or relevant employment experience*:

• Master's degree and a minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience
• Diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
• Certificate or related coursework and a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of related experience, education, and/or training.

*Required relevant experience:

• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in forecasting techniques, statistical modelling and conducting statistical analysis.
• Experience in computer applications including spreadsheets (e.g. MS Excel), databases (e.g. MS Access, SQL Server), programming languages (e.g. R, Python), presentation (e.g. MS PowerPoint), and word-processing packages (e.g. MS Word).
• Experience in gathering, analyzing, evaluating and interpreting information from diverse sources.
• Experience in preparing and delivering written reports, management and executive briefings, and presentations to diverse audiences.

Preference MAY be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Over two (2) years of relevant experience
• Experience using analytical coding (e.g., R, SPSS, SAS, Python, database applications).
• Experience working with spatial data and using GIS software such as ArcGIS.
• Experience in the use, manipulation and reliability of large and complex databases.
• Experience with Input-Output Modelling OR experience developing population/demographic estimates and projections, migration and immigration and other demographic forecasts
• Experience measuring inter-national/inter-provincial flow of goods and services, investments and business conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lisa.Schulze@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
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.
The position headquarters will be Victoria, Surrey, Richmond, Vancouver or Prince George.
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 .
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens' Services.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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 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 - 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
Policy, Research and Economics, Social Services

Additional Information