Values

The professional values of the BC Public Service 

The BC Public Service is a deeply diverse organization. But at the core, there are things that unite us in the work we do. They are the human qualities that define the approach we each take in the workplace to meet our obligations to the people of British Columbia with the highest level of integrity.

The BC Public Service has six professional values that we feel truly describe the qualities we value in our colleagues and in our organization. These values are incorporated in a number of areas — from learning and training to rewards and recognition.

Courage

• Takes thoughtful risks in generating and implementing ideas
• Biased toward action
• Applies imagination
• Empowers others to take initiative, even in uncertain times
• Looks beyond the process to see the possible
• Pursues a vision for the future

Teamwork

• Builds trust by respecting the contributions of others
• Encourages new ideas
• Contributes to larger goals and positive engagement
• Depends on supporting others and sharing information

Passion

• Takes pride in their work in service to the public
• Sees ideas and people succeed
• Is a model of motivation and a positive influence for others

Service

• Maintains a clear focus on creating positive outcomes for citizens
• Works collaboratively across government to enable success
• Values different viewpoints
• Places organizational objectives ahead of personal goals

Accountability

• Sets clear goals and measures success
• Stays focussed on the outcomes government is trying to achieve
• Takes responsibility for decisions and completing tasks
• Is consistently proactive in decisions
• Shows the persistence and tenacity to overcome obstacles

Curiosity

• Seeks better ways to achieve goals
• Pursues opportunities to learn and develop
• Welcomes ideas from others
• Is willing to learn from failure as well as success