BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The CCBOF Administrative Team supports the daily operations that help deliver the Affordable Child Care Benefit and Child Care Operating Funding programs, contributing to the ministry’s goal of making affordable, high-quality, inclusive child care accessible to families across British Columbia. As part of this new and close-knit team of four, you’ll work closely with the Office Manager, Program Support Clerk, fellow Administrative Assistant, and a diverse network of program, facilities, mail, and support staff who keep branch operations running smoothly. We value collaboration, respect, and continuous learning, and we foster an inclusive environment where every team member is encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, support one another, and bring their unique perspectives to the work

The Role
As an Administrative Assistant, you will manage incoming and outgoing mail for the Affordable Child Care Benefit program by opening, date-stamping, scanning, preparing, and distributing important documents and communications. You will also provide administrative support across the Child Care Operating Funding and Operations Support areas, responding to emerging priorities and helping the branch operate efficiently. Through your work, you will help ensure families and child care providers receive critical information and funding in a timely manner, directly supporting more affordable, accessible, and inclusive child care across British Columbia while serving a diverse range of clients with care, respect, and attention to detail.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Certificate or coursework in office administration and six (6) months related experience; OR
• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and six (6) months related experience; OR
• Evergreen and one (1) year related experience; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience includes:

• Experience working in an office setting.
• Experience utilizing a variety of computer software programs to create, edit and enter information (i.e. MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferences:

• Experience using ICM and/or CAS applications.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel to maintain spreadsheets, track information, and/or utilize functions such as sorting, filtering, formatting, and basic formulas.
• Additional years of experience in any of the above requirements and/or preferences

For questions regarding this position, please contact sylvie.macfarlane@gov.bc.ca                              

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 02/01/2028. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement. However, an initial in-office presence will be required.
Victoria has two building locations, both with space to accommodate in-office work. Please contact the hiring manager for further details or if you have any questions
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary 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 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.