BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
At the Cariboo Fire Centre, our Corporate Wildfire Services (CWS) team plays a vital role in supporting wildfire operations through finance, procurement, and administrative services. As a small and close-knit group, we value collaboration, inclusion, and shared purpose—each team member brings unique strengths, and we work together to ensure that all staff feel supported and heard. With a strong foundation and experienced colleagues ready to guide new members, CWS offers a welcoming environment where your contributions will truly make a difference for both the team and the wider wildfire community.

The Role
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is a unique program of government tasked with the responsibility of preventing and managing wildfire on the landscape. With a workforce of approximately 1600 the program’s staff are dedicated to undertaking the BCWS mandate in delivering effective wildfire management and emergency response support to protect values, while encouraging sustainable, healthy and resilient ecosystems. This position is responsible for processing corporate wildfire services transactions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experience working in an office setting and computerized systems including Microsoft Office
• Preference may be given to candidates with training or experience in basic accounting or bookkeeping.
• Preference may be given to candidates with Oracle and EDRMS experience
• Preference may be given to candidates with BMO reconciliation experience
• Preference may be given to candidates with BC Wildfire experience
• Preference may be given to candidates with class 5 drivers license
• Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry (Note: It is important that you read the job posting carefully to understand the specific security screening requirements pertaining to the position).

Willingness Statements:

• To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures.
• To keep current on emerging issues.
• To take in-house training and certification as required.
• To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required.
• To work extended hours; including weekends and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan.
• To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required.
• To participate in ICS positions as assigned.
• To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions.

For questions regarding this position, please contact kathee.sukert@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
There is 1 full time position available located in Williams Lake. This position has full time on-site requirements.  
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and permanent opportunities.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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.

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.

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.).

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.