BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Workforce, Accountability and Governance Division supports key areas of the K-12 and child care sectors in British Columbia. The team oversees legislative and regulatory frameworks, professional standards, and licensing and certification for teachers and early childhood educators. It also leads accountability work in the K-12 system, supports recruitment and retention initiatives, and provides support for collective bargaining activities. Staff work closely with partners across government and the education sector to support effective programs and services.

The Role
Reporting to an Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM), this position provides executive administrative and secretarial support in a fast-paced office environment. The role manages the ADM’s calendar, coordinates meetings and travel, prepares briefing and meeting materials, and handles correspondence and records management. The position also tracks priorities and deadlines, supports budget administration, and helps ensure information is organized and available for decision-making. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Certificate in office administration or business administration and 1-year related experience; OR
• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 2 years related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related experience includes all of the following criteria:

• Office experience working in a confidential capacity.
• Experience supporting a senior executive (Executive Directors, Assistant Deputy Minister’s, or equivalent BC Public Service role), including calendar management, scheduling meetings, and making travel arrangements.
• Experience formatting, proofreading, and editing a variety of documents, such as briefing materials, reports, and/or presentations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products (such as Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Experience using virtual collaboration tools such as OneNote, Teams.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in CLIFF, eApprovals and/or iExpense.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Nicole.Lakas@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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 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.