BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Community Safety and Victim Services Branch is responsible for victim service programs, crime prevention initiatives, responses to sexual exploitation and human trafficking, and civil forfeiture. The branch operates the Crime Victim Assistance Program, the Victim Safety Unit, court support, Intimate Images Protection Unit, and victim restitution programs. Together, we strive to support the branch and ministry in meeting strategic goals and to address community safety and provide a comprehensive continuum of services for victims and survivors of crime, making a real difference in British Columbia.

The Role
The Administrative Assistant is accountable for the efficient administration of the day-to-day priorities of the Community Safety and Victim Services Branch; providing a variety of administrative, financial, and client support services as assigned.

If you are detail oriented and excel at providing superior customer service, we would love to have you join our team.   

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum 6 months’ clerical/administrative support experience in an office setting.
• Experience providing direct customer service, including problem solving, tracking, and follow-up.
• Experience using MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and other standard computer applications.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Post-secondary education and/or training in Office Administration or in a related field.
• More than 6 months of clerical/administrative support experience in an office setting.
• More than 1 year of experience providing direct customer service, including problem solving, tracking, and follow-up.
• Experience with records management/archiving.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Experience using CAS, iExpense, and other Dynamix and Oracle based software applications.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Fernanda.Ellam@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is based in Vancouver. 
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) and Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) 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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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 basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.