BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Office of the Premier is the central agency and political executive branch that supports the head of government in leading the provincial administration, coordinating policies, and managing cabinet operations. Cabinet Operations provides management support and advice to ensure Cabinet and its Committees function as effectively and efficiently as possible to deliver government’s strategic plan.

The Role
As Branch Administrator, you provide administrative and coordination support to the Manager, Executive Directors, and directors and liaise with the Deputy Minister’s Office, the Minister’s Office, and other government staff on a daily basis. The Branch Administrator exercises initiative, judgement and discretion when interacting with staff and visitors and can identify items of high priority and time sensitivity to provide relevant support. The position is privy to confidential and restricted government documents and must adhere to strict standards of conduct and Cabinet confidentiality.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or GED; 
• One (1) year administrative experience in an office environment;
• One (1) year experience providing administrative services for a group of professional staff;
• One (1) year experience coordinating meetings logistics; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

•  A Certification or Diploma in Office Administration, Business Administration, or in a related field.
• Two (2) years of administrative experience in an office environment.
• Six (6) months experience coordinating financial activities of the office (accounts payable, purchasing card, etc.).

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of knowledge, skills and abilities.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Michelle.Massy@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available, this position may be able to work up to one or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and temporary 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 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.