BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

This is a restricted lateral posting open to employees who hold a Grid 12 base position

Job Overview
Under the leadership of the Regional Director, the Recreation Administrative Assistant provides contract support, financial management support, authorization and permitting support and administrative support for regional operations, primarily focused on the Rec Sites and Trails Program.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Preference may be given to those with some post-secondary education or formal training in office or business administration, contract administration, basic accounting or other related areas.
• Experience providing a comprehensive range of administrative and/or financial support in a busy, high-volume public or private sector office setting.
• Experience in keyboarding, word processing, creating spreadsheets and working with standard Microsoft computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Experience drafting or preparing a variety of documentation including database tracking, reports, spreadsheets, budgetary, financial and contract-related forms and documents.
• Experience in contract administration, including preparing contract documents, coding, ensuring accuracy of billing, etc.
• Experience interacting with and providing support to managers and staff, contractors, and other external partners and stakeholders.
• Experience identifying problems and developing options for resolution within policies and guidelines.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dave.Richmond@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
There is currently one (1) permanent, full time position available.
This position can be based in one of the following locations: Clearwater, Cranbrook, Kamloops, Kelowna, Merritt, Nelson, Penticton, Revelstoke, or Vernon.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies in the above locations.
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 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 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 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 job titles, start and end dates (month and year) and your job related responsibilities for each job in your employment history, and any relevant information that relates to this position.

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.