BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Associate Deputy Minister will oversee a newly created portfolio within the Ministry of Children and Family Development, focused on child safety and well-being. This role is responsible for the divisions of Practice and Quality Assurance, Indigenous Child Welfare, and Service Delivery, and will provide strategic direction and operational oversight for these areas. This position will be a key member of the Associate Deputy Minister’s Office (ADMO). The ADMO will engage regularly with other divisions across the Ministry, other ministries, the Minister’s Office, other jurisdictions, Indigenous governments, and key partners to support Ministry operations and advance strategic priorities.

The Role
The Senior Executive Assistant (SEA) provides secretarial and administrative services to the newly created position of Associate Deputy Minister responsible for the operational child safety and well-being portfolio. In this role, you will prepare confidential materials and correspondence, oversee calendar and schedule management, and ensure deadlines are met. Additionally, the SEA will develop and maintain administrative systems, anticipate information needs, coordinate meetings with partners, and arrange travel for the executive.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• At least two (2) years experience supporting a senior executive within an executive office (e.g., Assistant Deputy Minister or Deputy Minister).
• At least two (2) years experience managing complex calendars and coordinating high‑level meetings for senior executives.
• At least two (2) years experience booking and coordinating travel arrangements within a BC Public Service setting.
• At least two (2) years experience working in a virtual environment, including proficiency with virtual meeting tools, while also supporting in‑person meetings.
• At least two (2) years experience working in a highly confidential and politically sensitive office environment.

Preference may be give to applicants with:
 

• Additional years of related experience across any of the above requirements.
• Post‑secondary education in a related field (e.g., business administration, public administration, communications, human resources).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Amanda.Venkaya@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is excluded from union membership.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to few days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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 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.