About hiring

Review this page to learn about training for hiring managers in the BC Public Service, and get links to information about hiring principles, the hiring process and hiring approvals.

On this page

• Updated corporate direction regarding hiring in the BC Public Service
• Training for hiring managers
• Hiring approval process
• Hiring principles 
• Steps in the hiring process
• Resources
• Contact us

Updated corporate direction regarding hiring in the BC Public Service

Effective February 13, 2025, all hiring in the BC Public Service requires assessment against established criteria and approval by the deputy minister and final approval by the Head of the BC Public Service before ministries can proceed with hiring. Internship programs supporting reconciliation, equity, diversity and inclusion (Indigenous Youth Internship Program, Work-Able, Co-op and Youth Employment programs) are exempt from this process. Read the frequently asked questions for more information.

Training for hiring managers

Learning courses provide information on how to conduct inclusive, merit based, fair and transparent hiring. Visit the LearningHUB (IDIR restricted) to sign up for courses.

Hiring approval process

All internal and external hiring requests, including regular, temporary and auxiliary appointments, renewals and extensions, require an approval process internal to each ministry.

Learn more about the approval process for staffing approvals.

Hiring principles

Learn about the six principles that guide hiring in the BC Public Service.

Steps in the hiring process

These steps will take you through the hiring process from beginning to end. 

Before initiating a hiring request, please ensure you have approval to hire and your position information is up to date and has been approved.