BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Purchasing and Procurement Team within BC Corrections is a well-established, collaborative group that supports essential operations through inclusive and thoughtful purchasing practices. In this role, you will lead one direct report and work closely with correctional officers, supervisors, management, and business office staff, valuing diverse perspectives and respectful partnerships. Together, the team’s work has a meaningful impact by ensuring resources are accessible, timely, and responsibly managed to support the organization’s mission.

The Role
The Purchasing Officer plays a key role in keeping operations running smoothly by managing the full procurement process, from tracking inventory and coordinating deliveries to sourcing supplies for programs and ensuring protective equipment is in place to support staff safety. This is an engaging opportunity with a supportive, inclusive team that values diverse perspectives, offers meaningful work, and provides benefits such as paid vacation, sick leave, and a modified work week for better work–life balance. Candidates who are excited by collaboration, fairness, and making a real impact through their work will find this role both rewarding and respected.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence
• Two (2) years experience (within the last five (5) years) in a warehouse/stores environment that involved a distribution function
• Experience working with a computer-based inventory control system
• Experience maintaining inventory and purchasing
• Experience with MS Word and Excel

Preference may be given to those with:

• Minimum two (2) years’ experience supervising multiple staff
• Experience working in a correctional centre or similar environment
• Experience with Inmate Benefit Fund and Inmate Work Programs
• Budgeting experience
• Post secondary courses in purchasing management [or a combination of education and experience in purchasing/stock control]
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience (gained within the last five (5) years) within a stores/purchasing environment that involves a distribution function
• Experience with QuickBooks, specifically inventory, purchase orders, and invoicing
• Computer keyboarding proficiency (40 WPM)
• Certificate or coursework in purchasing courses
• Certificate or coursework in computer courses

For questions regarding this position, please contact MohammdAzharAli.Khan@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is based in Victoria. 
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening 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.

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.