Position: Research Analyst
Classification: RO24
Salary: $76,071.18 – $86,658.48
Status: Temporary, Full-Time (24 months)
Location: Vancouver, Coast and Mountains region (Hybrid)
Comox Valley, BC (Remote)
Cranbrook, BC (Remote)
Kamloops, BC (Remote)
Kelowna, BC (Remote)
Nanaimo, BC (Remote)
Penticton, BC (Remote)
Prince George, BC (Remote)
Terrace, BC (Remote)
Victoria, BC (Remote)
Work Option: Hybrid or Remote
Flexible work options are available, subject to an approved telework agreement; Hybrid work is available for employees residing within the Vancouver, Coast and Mountains (VCM) region and enables employees to telework from their home up to 3 days a week with in office days on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Remote work is available for employees residing outside of the VCM region in one of the approved remote locations in BC listed above. Employees working remotely will have the opportunity to visit the Destination BC office once a quarter.
Closing Date: October 30, 2024 at 4pm
Position #: 00117994
Competition #: DBC 2024-24
If you are interested and you meet the selection criteria, please apply with your and CV prior to 4 PM on October 30th, 2024.
You must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid work permit to apply for this temporary opportunity.
The initial salary for this position will start at the beginning of the listed salary range with the opportunity to advance up the pay grid in annual increments. An eligibility list may be established.
Destination BC is recognized globally for our strong, authentic brand, our award-winning creative and leading-edge marketing, and our destination management strategies. We work hard, play to our strengths, support each other unreservedly, and consider it a privilege to share the transformative power of BC’s experiences with the world. We offer the opportunity to love what you do by engaging in exciting and innovative work and immersing yourself in a collaborative work culture that is committed to empowerment and employee learning and development. Our primary workplace model is a combination of in office and work from home based on a split week giving you the best of both worlds.
Destination British Columbia (Destination BC) is a Provincially funded, industry-led Crown corporation that supports a strong and competitive future for BC’s tourism industry through a combination of global marketing, destination development, industry learning, cooperative community-based programs, and visitor servicing. Destination BC’s programs help to improve the visitor experience, support businesses and communities across the province, and strengthen BC’s worldwide reputation as a destination of choice. For more information about Destination BC’s programs and services, please visit www.DestinationBC.ca.
Destination BC is committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion within our organization and in all aspects of our work, and welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you are an applicant with a disability, we will ensure workplace accommodations are in place to enable you to do your best work.
A safe and respectful workplace for all employees is a leading priority for our organization, and as part of this, we are committed to the health and safety of our employees, industry partners, sub-contractors, and community.
For inquiries regarding accommodation requirements, or to learn more about our commitment to the health and safety of our employees, please contact [email protected]. For more information about Destination BC’s programs and services, please visit www.DestinationBC.ca.
Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For advice and guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview for this opportunity, we invite applicants to connect with the Indigenous Applicant Advisor, by email: [email protected] or by phone: 778-698-1336.
PURPOSE OF POSITION
Reporting to the Manager, Research Insights, the Research Analyst is a key member of the Research & Analytics team. The Research Analyst is responsible for handling client requests related to business intelligence, offering analysis and recommendations, and/or conducting research projects to address these needs. This role will involve interpreting tourism industry statistics relevant to various Destination BC programs to support their business goals. The Research Analyst will also be responsible for effectively communicating research findings across different platforms, including internal and external presentations, working groups and committees.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
JOB REQUIREMENTS
COMPETENCIES
INDIGENOUS RELATIONS BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
ORGANIZATION CHART
Vice-President, Corporate Development
Director, Research & Analytics
Manager, Research Insights
Senior Researcher (x 2)
Research Analyst (x2)
HOW TO APPLY & APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the job requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the above Job Description. A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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.
A resume is required as part of your application. 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.
As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Responses to this questionnaire will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements.
Please allot approximately 30 minutes to complete the application.
Only applications submitted using the online application portal will be accepted.
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