Overview
Legislators participate in the activities of a federal, provincial, territorial or local government legislative body or executive council, band council or school board as elected or appointed members.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Enact, amend or repeal laws and regulations
Participate in developing or amending government policies, programs or procedures
Represent their government at local, national and international meetings and conferences
Respond to matters of concern to constituents or the general public
May serve as minister responsible for a government department or agency and direct senior government managers and officials in the implementation of government policy and the management of that department or agency.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
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$76,000
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Job openings
Use this interactive map to explore job openings in different regions across B.C.
Strong job outlook
British Columbia
323expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
Election to a legislative body, or appointment to positions such as senator, lieutenant-governor or governor general, is required.
Certification requirements
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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