BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Indigenous Child Welfare Division (ICWD) is a newly established division within the Ministry of Children and Family Development, created to support meaningful change in B.C.’s child welfare system. ICWD works to align services with Indigenous rights, laws, and priorities through a joint jurisdiction model of service delivery. The division provides leadership and advice for services delivered under the Child, Family and Community Service Act and supports the implementation of Indigenous jurisdiction for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit families. This is a new and growing team, currently planned to include a small administrative unit that supports all ICWD branches and works closely with Executive Directors, Directors, and managers across the division, contributing to important work that impacts Indigenous children and families throughout the province.

The Role
The Program Assistant provides a wide range of administrative, secretarial, and financial support to the branch, playing a key role in keeping day-to-day operations running smoothly. This position coordinates the manager’s daily priorities, manages incoming communications, tracks issues requiring follow-up, and liaises with executive offices as needed. The Program Assistant also serves as the main point of contact for office administration, including facilities and equipment matters. This is an exciting opportunity to join a new and evolving division, offering meaningful learning and growth while supporting passionate teams committed to improving outcomes for Indigenous children, youth, and families.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 6 months related experience; OR
• Evergreen and 1 year related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
   

Related Experience may include

• Experience working in an office setting.
   

Preference may be given to applicants with

• Experience working with indigenous communities.
• Experience CLIFF and eApprovals
• Experience with record management.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Brianna.Posaner@gov.bc.ca,

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home up to 1 day a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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