Position: Advisor, People & Development

Classification: Band 2

Salary: $78,400.17 - $110,800.21 annually

Status: Full time, Temporary (19-Months)

Location: Vancouver, BC

Work Option: Hybrid

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.

Closing Date: November 6, 2026 at 4pm

Position #: 00123202

Competition #: DBC 2026-13

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.

At Destination BC, we are passionate about showcasing the transformative power of British Columbia’s travel experiences with the world. As a Provincially funded Crown corporation, we support BC’s tourism industry through global marketing, destination development, industry learning, community programs, and visitor services. Recognized globally for our authentic brand, award-winning marketing, and innovative destination management, we work collaboratively to strengthen BC’s tourism industry.

We offer exciting and meaningful work in a supportive, inclusive environment that values learning and professional growth. Our flexible work policy balances in-office collaboration with working from home, creating optimal conditions for both employees and the organization. This position is part of our hybrid model,



where employees work in the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays and have the flexibility to work from home on other days.

Destination BC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodations during the hiring process, please contact [email protected]. We are also committed to providing workplace accommodations for employees with disabilities, ensuring you have the support needed to perform your best work both during the hiring process and throughout your employment with us.

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.

Learn more about our programs and services at www.DestinationBC.ca.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

As Destination BC’s Advisor, People and Development, you provide strategic, operational and people-focused Human Resources (HR) advice and support to all employees and leaders throughout the organization. You will lead and contribute to a range of people-focused programs, services, and initiatives that align with Destination BC’s People and Development strategy and corporate goals.

You have a passion for building relationships,



championing employee engagement and providing exceptional people services. You enjoy translating the big picture into day-to-day HR operations and program management. You thrive in a diverse portfolio that includes employee engagement, recruitment, HR analytics, learning and development, organizational change and development, employee and labour relations, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and reconciliation.

Reporting to the Director, People and Development, you will partner with teams across Destination BC to encourage a highly engaged workforce of collaborative, inclusive, courageous, insights-driven and results-focused employees.

In this role, you are skilled at balancing longer-term strategic priorities with day-to-day operational needs. You champion inclusive leadership and promote respect and equity in the workplace. You bring strong project and program management skills, use data and insights to inform decision-making, and are committed to delivering responsive, accurate and professional HR services with a focus on continuous improvement.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Provides strategic and operational HR advice, guidance, and support to leaders and employees on employee engagement, recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, HR policies and processes, and the interpretation and application of the collective agreement.
- Provides employee relations advice and support on workplace conflict, performance concerns, accommodations, investigations, and the interpretation of employment legislation and policies.
- Supports the Director, People and Development with employee relations, organizational change initiatives, strategic projects, and

📌 Advisor, People (Vancouver)
🏢 Destination British Columbia
📍 Vancouver