BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Regional Response & Recovery Operations Branch is an established, high-performing team that brings together administrative professionals, managers, and technicians to support communities before, during, and after emergencies. As a Regional Office Administrator, you will work alongside collaborative colleagues who value teamwork, inclusion, and mutual support while contributing to both day-to-day operations and emergency response efforts through the Provincial Regional Emergency Operations Centre. This team fosters a respectful and supportive environment where diverse perspectives strengthen decision-making and help deliver effective services to communities across British Columbia.

The Role
As a Regional Office Administrator, you will provide administrative leadership and coordination that supports regional operations, guides administrative staff, and helps ensure services run smoothly and effectively. In this role, you will contribute to emergency management efforts across preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery, helping communities access the support they need before, during, and after emergencies. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a collaborative team, support meaningful public service, and build valuable experience while advancing your career in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent AND a minimum of two (2) years of recent, related* clerical/administrative experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

*Related clerical/administrative experience must include all of the following:

• Experience with general office procedures and the operation of office equipment.
• Experience with or training in MS Word, Outlook and Excel at an intermediate level of proficiency.
• Experience reviewing, verifying and tracking financial and/or program information.
• Experience arranging travel, meetings, events, etc.

Preference may be given to candidates with any of the following:

• Post-secondary training in office administration, business, secretarial or other related courses.
• Three (3) or more years clerical/administrative support experience.
• Experience preparing documents (e.g. reports, briefing materials, correspondence, presentations, etc.) and maintaining filing systems/records management.
• Experience supervising or leading a team.

For questions regarding this position, please contact alisha.nichols@gov.bc.ca                                   

About this Position:
There is one (1) permanent position in Surrey, one (1) temporary opportunity in Kamloops until December 31, 2026 and one (1) temporary opportunity in Saanichton until March 31, 2027. These temporary opportunities 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/or permanent vacancies in Surrey, Saanichton and Kamloops.
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.