Squamish-Lillooet Regional District - Senior Policy Analyst

Employer: Confidential

Date Posted: April 11, 2025

Senior Policy Analyst (Regular, Full-time)

Looking to contribute to your local community? Consider a career in local government. Join the SLRD's team of dedicated staff who work together to make a difference in the region.

Headquartered in Pemberton, the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District (SLRD) delivers a wide range of regional, sub-regional and local services to its residents. The SLRD is a BC Regional District consisting of four member municipalities (Squamish, Whistler, Pemberton, Lillooet) and four electoral areas. Services include land use planning, solid waste management, building inspection, fire protection, emergency preparedness, 911 services, recreation, water and sewer utilities, regional transit, trails and open spaces as well as financial support for various community services. The region contains some of the most spectacular forests, waterways, and mountains in the province and affords an endless range of opportunities for outdoor adventure, making it an exceptional place to live, work and play.

The SLRD is seeking a collaborative individual with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills to fill the position of Senior Policy Analyst. The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for conducting policy research, analysis, planning, assessment and recommendation in support of the SLRD's delivery of policies, programs, plans and strategies in the region, including the development and advocacy for a regional transit system in the Sea to Sky. In ensuring the effective implementation of the SLRD's policies, programs, plans and strategies, the Senior Policy Analyst works collaboratively with other SLRD staff and external interest groups.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of related experience and a post-secondary degree with a focus on Public Administration, Public Policy, Social or Political Science, Community Planning or related discipline.

The salary range for this position is $93,690 - $105,499 annually. A comprehensive extended benefits package, participation in the Municipal Pension Plan, compressed work week (9-day fortnight), professional development opportunities and hybrid remote work are also available with this position.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (preferably in pdf format) by email, no later than April 27, 2025 at 11:59 pm to careers@slrd.bc.ca. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.