Policy Analyst (Temporary, Full-Time, Up to 9 Months, Kamloops or Vancouver)
Why Work with Us
At BCLC, we are committed to our people. With consistently high engagement rates, we are proud of the culture we’ve built and are committed to continue being a great place to work. For ten years, we have been one ofBC’s Top 50 Employers, and here’s a few reasons why:
- Flexible work hours
- Robust Wellness Program
- Competitive compensation
- Company paid Flexible Health and Dental plan for you and your family
- Defined Benefit Pension Program
- Free Onsite Yoga, Meditation, Circuit Training, Running club and more
The City of Kamloops offers a relaxed lifestyle with an abundance of recreational opportunities and a close-knit community of welcoming people. It has been home to the BCLC head office since 1985 and features:
- A subsidized cafeteria
- Free gym
- Free parking and easy access to transit
- Close proximity to parks, trails and other recreation amenities
- Walking distance to shopping and restaurants
Job Summary:
The Policy Analyst role ensures that corporate policies and related documents are developed in alignment with BCLC’s governance model and in compliance with governing legislation, regulations and directives. This role conducts research, develops policy and related documents, and provides guidance, analysis and advice to business units. The Policy Analyst plays a key role in maintaining processes and documentation and supporting the implementation and communication of policy.
Key Accountabilities:
- Conducts diverse, complex and specialized research and analysis.
- Provides advice and recommendations to develop policy that supports BCLC goals, objectives, strategic initiatives and operations.
- Participates in operational meetings and provides input into operational plans to identify policy needs and implications.
- Proactively drives new requirements to completion to ensure policy alignment to current business needs.
- Develops policy to support the gaming business and operations of the organization and may liaise with external stakeholders.
- Supports departmental projects and initiatives as required.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
- University degree in a relevant discipline or a two-year college diploma supplemented by industry-recognized professional courses and/or certifications;
- 3-5 years relevant research and business writing experience with a minimum of three years in policy development and analysis;
- Experience developing policy at corporate and operational levels in a multi-faceted organization;
- Experience in planning and managing the change and communication necessary to successfully implement policy;
- Experience working in an industry with a complex regulatory structure is an asset;
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.
Technical Requirements
- Sound knowledge of principles, concepts, practices, techniques and tools in the areas of policy writing, research, analysis, and data mining;
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including a team-oriented collaborative approach to problem solving;
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to contribute policy, reporting and recommendations at various levels, including to an Executive or Board-level audience;
- Excellent problem solving, analytical thinking and ability to make sound judgments and recommendations;
- Strong computer skills – MS office suite;
- Possesses a good overall understanding of risk controls and compliance, as well as legislation, regulation and directives;
- Demonstrated skills to co-ordinate and manage policy development and approvals effectively within schedules and to meet deadlines;
- Knowledge of gaming industry and regulation is an asset.
If you are interested, please apply online to Posting #7441 Policy Analyst (Temporary, Full-Time, Up to 9 Months, Kamloops or Vancouver).