BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Join the Okanagan Production Insurance Team, an established team of 12 professionals located throughout the Okanagan Valley. The team includes management, administrative, and technical staff who work together to support BC agricultural producers through the Production Insurance program. In this role, you will collaborate with Production Insurance Representatives, technicians, claims staff, administrative professionals, and management across the Business Risk Management Branch. The team's work plays an important role in delivering risk management services that help support stability and resilience within British Columbia's agriculture sector.

The Role
As the primary administrative support for the Kelowna Production Insurance office, you will be the first point of contact for clients while providing administrative support to staff and producers. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting BC agricultural producers through programs that help manage production risks and promote the long-term sustainability of the agriculture sector. If you are passionate about customer service and enjoy working in a collaborative, team-focused environment, this could be a great fit for you.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

•    Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
•    Minimum three years related experience (Administration support role, customer service support role, reception, and clerical roles etc.)
•    An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered (I.e., a Diploma or Degree in a related field and less years of direct work experience)

Preference may be given to applicants with:
•    4 or more years of related experience (Administration support role, customer service support role, reception, and clerical roles etc.)

For questions regarding this position, please contact Roshan.Sharma@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is based out of Kelowna.
This is a temporary opportunity until 10/15/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
This position has full time on-site requirements. 
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.

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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: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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.