Posting Title

Legislative Assembly - Grid Level 21 -Committee Researcher

Position Classification

ABC Access

Union

N/A

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$79,264.65 - $96,664.21 per annum

Close Date

5/20/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Other Public Sector

Ministry Branch / Division

Legislative Assembly of BC

Job Summary

Committee Researcher
Competition: LA262713
Department: Parliamentary Committees Office
Position Type: Regular, Full-Time
Salary Range: $79,264.65 - $96,664.21 per annum. Placement within the range is typically between the minimum and midpoint and based on qualifications and experience, subject matter expertise, and internal equity, with consideration for how the candidate is developing, meets, or exceeds the role’s requirements.
Close Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) PT

POSITION SUMMARY

Employees of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (Assembly) provide professional non-partisan services to support the democratic institution of Parliament and its members through procedural advice, administrative support and information services. The Assembly is an autonomous employer, separate from the administrative framework of B.C. government ministries and agencies.

The Parliamentary Committees Office department is seeking an analytical, impartial, and organized individual for the regular full-time position of Committee Researcher.

Reporting to the Senior Research Analyst, the Committee Researcher provides non-partisan research, analysis and communication support for parliamentary committees, Presiding Officers, and the Legislative Assembly Administration. This includes preparing backgrounders and briefing materials, summarizing input from committee inquiries, and drafting communications products.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

• Post-secondary education in public administration, political science, or a related program, plus at least two years of relevant experience (within the past five years) or an equivalent combination of education and related experience. Related experience may include:
  • Preparing clear, concise written materials.
  • Supporting senior officials on complex or multifaceted issues.
  • Gathering, synthesizing, and presenting information from a variety of sources to inform decision-making.
• Experience in a parliamentary or public sector environment is considered an asset.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career development – We support continuing education by providing innovative, inclusive and diverse learning opportunities for growth, skill development and career advancement.
• Community, engagement and recognition – We value teamwork, collaboration and connection. Employees have the opportunity to interact and engage through projects, committees, working groups and events. Together, we celebrate and acknowledge each other's outstanding achievements and contributions.
• Extended health benefits – We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package, which includes extended health and dental, basic life insurance, an optional family funeral benefit plan, optional life insurance, optional accidental death and dismemberment, travel medical insurance, sick leave and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible work options – We have a collaborative and team-oriented culture where onsite presence is required for all positions. Flexible work arrangements, including modified work weeks (flex days) and hybrid work schedules (onsite/remote) are offered and subject to operational requirements which may not be available for all positions.
• Health and wellness – We promote employee health and wellness by providing access to an employee assistance program, an in-house fitness room, secure bike storage and a reduced-cost bus pass through the BC Transit ProPASS program. We also offer an infant and family wellness room, a meditation room and a sustainable commuting and active living program that provides reimbursement for fitness and wellness activities.
• Location, location, location — We provide employment in an architectural landmark, the Parliament Buildings, which overlooks Victoria's Inner Harbour on the edge of the downtown core, close to shops, restaurants, cafes and parks.
• Retirement benefits – We offer a generous pension plan with the Public Service Pension Plan where contributions are made by both the employee and Legislative Assembly. This pension plan provides employees with a lifetime monthly pension when they retire.
• Vacation benefits – We offer four weeks of annual vacation time to start, or 8 percent vacation pay.

For more information about our organization, go to https://www.leg.bc.ca/about/careers/working-here.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

**If posting through LABC website only: Please submit cover letter and résumé (preferably combined in one PDF document saved as Lastname, Firstname), citing Competition LA262713, by 12:00pm (noon) PT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 by e-mail to careers@leg.bc.ca.

**If posting through BambooHR, remove this section entirely, but use the following wording for advertising (including BC PSA, Indeed, LinkedIn etc.) : Please submit cover letter and résumé through our job board portal by 12:00pm (noon) PT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. For questions please email human.resources@leg.bc.ca.

Note:

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from members of communities that are disadvantaged on any grounds under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including Indigenous Peoples, people of colour, people of all genders and sexualities and people with disabilities.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment, and selection processes. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please contact human.resources@leg.bc.ca.

The Legislative Assembly Administration is a non-partisan workforce where political neutrality and impartiality is paramount. Employees must perform their duties in a non-partisan manner and manage their private affairs in a way that does not compromise or raise doubt about their ability to perform their job duties in a neutral and impartial way.

We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted. An eligibility list may be established and/or auxiliary positions may be considered for future conversion to regular status. Lesser qualified applicants may be under-implemented or appointed at a lower classification. Reference checks and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required as conditions of employment. An Education Verification Check may also be required.

All positions at the Legislative Assembly require applicants to be at least 16 years old and eligible to work in Canada.

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Human Resources
Legislative Assembly of British Columbia
E-mail: careers@leg.bc.ca | Telephone: 250-387-5532 | Web: www.leg.bc.ca
For inquiries please visit our FAQ page or contact us**.**

Job Category

Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services, Policy, Research and Economics

How to apply to this job

**If posting through LABC website only: Please submit cover letter and résumé (preferably combined in one PDF document saved as Lastname, Firstname), citing Competition LA262713, by 12:00pm (noon) PT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 by e-mail to careers@leg.bc.ca.

**If posting through BambooHR, remove this section entirely, but use the following wording for advertising (including BC PSA, Indeed, LinkedIn etc.) : Please submit cover letter and résumé through our job board portal by 12:00pm (noon) PT on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. For questions please email human.resources@leg.bc.ca.