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Employment Outlook

Policy and program researchers, consultants and officers

In British Columbia, a total of 8,950 job openings are expected for these occupations between 2019 and 2029. The majority of jobs will be in the Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island regions.

Most job openings will likely be found in consulting firms, professional associations, research institutes, educational institutions and non-government organizations. Industry sources expect more work opportunities to be either part time or contractual, with self-employment becoming more common.

Source: WorkBC Explore Careers

Library Assistants and Clerks

Job Opening Outlook:

an infographic showing the job openings outlook in british columbia for library assistants and clerks

Source: Work BC

General Office Support Workers

You will be more in demand if you have good computer skills (i.e., knowledge of Windows, records management, etc.). More opportunities will be available in urban areas, where centres of government and educational institutions tend to be located.

Due to technical advances, less routine work and more decision-making and judgment may be required in the future.