BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Cariboo Fire Centre Prevention Team is an established and collaborative team dedicated to helping keep communities safer and landscapes more resilient. The team includes a Senior Wildfire Officer, two Wildfire Prevention Officers, a Prevention Specialist, and a Prevention Clerk who work together on initiatives such as reducing human-caused wildfires, FireSmart activities, wildfire risk reduction, and prescribed fire programs, while also supporting fire operations during the wildfire season. We welcome diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, recognizing that strong partnerships and inclusive teamwork help us better serve communities across the region. By focusing on proactive prevention and mitigation, this team plays an important role in protecting people, communities, and valued natural resources throughout the Cariboo Fire Centre.

The Role
This role provides important administrative support to the Cariboo Fire Centre Prevention Team, including drafting legal documents, tracking human-caused wildfires, and helping coordinate prevention programs and initiatives. By supporting the team's day-to-day operations, the successful candidate helps enable meaningful outreach, collaboration, and wildfire prevention efforts that benefit communities across the region.This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone looking to start a career in the BC Wildfire Service and grow their skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply, as diverse perspectives strengthen our work and help us better serve the people and communities we support.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experience working in an office setting and computerized systems.
• Valid driver’s licence.

For questions regarding this position, please contact jason.ward@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.

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: 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.