BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The leadership team at the correctional centre supports the safe and effective operation of a 24/7 custodial environment. Working within BC Corrections' Adult Custody division, the team is responsible for balancing security, rehabilitation, operational requirements, and compliance while supporting positive outcomes for individuals in custody and collaboration with justice system partners.

The Role
Reporting to the Purchasing Officer, the Stockworker is responsible for maintaining inventory, receiving and distributing supplies, coordinating vehicle-related requirements, and ensuring accurate warehouse and asset records. The position supports purchasing and inventory control activities, monitors compliance with policies and WHMIS requirements, and may perform Purchasing Officer duties on an acting basis when required.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, and computer-based inventory control systems.
• Experience operating mobile equipment (i.e., forklift, pallet jack, hand cart).
• Experience regulating and controlling inventories.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Minimum two years’ experience within a stores/purchasing environment that involved a distribution function.
• Post secondary courses in purchasing and stock control.
• Completion of the WHMIS course

Willingness Statements:

• Must be able to work in a correctional centre setting, with occasional interaction with inmates.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
• Must be able to perform duties with minimal supervision.

Note: Where there is a difference between the qualifications reflected in the posting and the job profile/description, those stated on the job posting will be used for shortlisting.

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

About this Position:
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.

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.