BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Castlegar Community Corrections team is a close-knit group of probation officers committed to making a meaningful impact in their community. This well-established team works in strong partnership with local justice and community organizations, playing a vital role in advancing new program areas and staying at the forefront of developments in the justice field. Their collaborative approach and strong team support make them leaders within the justice community.

The Role
This role helps keep a community corrections office running smoothly by providing friendly, respectful, and confidential support to clients, staff, and the public. This position is the point of contact—welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, including those who may be facing challenging situations, and helping connect them with the right services in a safe and inclusive way. The role also involves keeping client information accurate and up to date in electronic systems, while handling sensitive records with care and attention to privacy. The Office Assistant supports a positive, organized workplace by managing day-to-day office tasks and contributing to a team that values safety, inclusion, and respect.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School graduation and six months of related experience working in a clerical, secretarial, receptionist or administrative support role;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered;
• Minimum keyboard speed of 30 words per minute.

Preference may be given to applicants that have:

• Preference may be given to applicants with more than six months of related experience working in a clerical, secretarial, receptionist or administrative support role;
• Preference may be given to applicants with completion of a post-secondary certificate, program or course in office administration;
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience working in an office setting providing services within the Justice System (Court Services, Correctional Centre, BC Prosecution Services, Youth Justice, legal office, justice focused non-profit);
• Preference may be given to applicants with a valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license without restrictions or an equivalent Canadian driver’s license. A valid BC Class 7 may be considered.

Willingness:

• Willing to serve adult clients who may have multiple legal, health, social, and/or mental health needs and/or clients who have committed or alleged to have committed criminal acts including intimate partner violence or sexually motivated offences.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lance.Gotzy@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
This position is part time (0.5 #FTE, 35 hours biweekly)
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent, part time vacancies.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and 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.

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.