Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor

Who Are We

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

About the Team

In Human Resources (HR), we support a large, distributed organization with a range of services from our Talent & Compensation, Organizational Development & Change, Employee Relations and Investigations, and Occupational Health and Safety teams. You’ll get the opportunity to flex your skills in supporting retail, warehouse, and corporate office environments with a unionized employee base. In HR, we know that ensuring employees feel valued and respected and providing opportunities for learning and development is how our business is able to drive efficiencies and profitability.

About the Role:

We have an exciting new opportunity to join our newly created Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Department as an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Advisor at the Liquor Distribution Branch.

Reporting to the Director of Reconciliation and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (REDI), this role supports the implementation of corporate EDI initiatives aligned with legislation and ministry mandates. The position partners with internal teams and ministries to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) strategies across the LDB.

Join our brand new department and take on a challenging role where you can make a meaningful impact—we encourage you to apply!

As an EDI Advisor you will:

• Lead the development and implementation of branch-wide EDI programs, conduct research, and recommend strategies.

• Manage EDI projects and initiatives, collaborating with HR teams and acting as a subject-matter expert.

• Evaluate the progress of EDI initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

• Oversee data collection and tracking against benchmarks to assess the current state.

• Support the development of strategic plans, guiding senior leadership on best practices in EDI.

• Collaborate on communication strategies to promote EDI initiatives within the organization.

• Supervise one employee, providing mentorship and professional development

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Degree or Diploma in Law or a related field, ideally with a focus on dispute resolution, human rights, or EDI, plus a minimum of 4 years of recent, relevant experience*.

Recent, related experience must be within the last 6 years and include:

• Managerial experience promoting and implementing diversity and inclusion initiatives.

• Leading communications and change management for complex issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing programs aligned with organizational goals.

• Experience in large, unionized environments (> 500 employees, > $30M revenue, > $15M capital).

• Consultative experience with executive leadership and HR practitioners.

• Experience leading and developing others as a direct supervisor.

Due to the nature of this role, preference may be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status, Inuit and/or Métis), 2SLGBTQIA+, a Person with a Disability, and/or a marginalized identity, with the required combination of education and experience.

Candidates who are located near a BCLDB worksite will be offered hybrid work opportunities. For candidates not located near a BCLDB office, fully remote work will be considered, with the expectation that the candidate is able to travel to nearby BCLDB sites on an as-needed basis (i.e. store locations, etc.). Occasional overnight travel may be required.

Compensation and Benefits Package:

The salary range for this role is $76,500 - $108,100 per annum. We understand that attracting top talent requires more than just offering a job—it requires providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports not only the professional growth of our employees but also their overall well-being and work-life balance. Here are some of our highlights:

• Extended health and dental benefits

• Paid time off – 4 weeks to start

• BC Defined Pension Plan

• Parenthood top-up

• Free employee fitness centre and recreational basketball court with equipment at Head Office

• In-house Kinesiologist

• Employee and Family Assistance Plan – free, confidential and easy to access

• Flexible work arrangements

o Flex Days – Up to 17 days per year

o Hybrid work model

o This position can be performed from multiple communities and the location of the position is negotiable.

• Invest in your future with our professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement, access to specialized courses, and support for obtaining professional designations.

• Plus more!

Application instructions:

To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in the job posting. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:

• A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

• 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.

Note: Applications will only be accepted via the BC Public Service Recruitment System until November 8, 2024 at 11:00pm Pacific Time. For full details about this position and to apply online visit: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/117283