BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Langley Community Corrections team and the Surrey South Community Corrections teams are both close-knit groups, comprised of probation officers and administrative support staff, all dedicated to making a significant impact in their community. These well-established teams work closely with community justice partners, playing a key role in public safety. The teams support new program areas and stay at the forefront of developments in the justice field. The collaborative spirit and mutual support ensure they continue to lead in the justice community.

The Role
The Administrative Assistant plays a key role in the smooth functioning of both offices and throughout the region by providing reception services, data entry, and office support at both locations. As the first point of contact for many clients, the Administrative Assistant sets a positive, respectful tone and helps support the work of Probation Officers, indirectly contributing to community safety. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is flexible, is keen to embrace technology, and is eager to make a meaningful impact through leadership and innovation.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School graduation.
• A minimum of six (6) months of related experience working in a clerical, secretarial, receptionist or administrative support role.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 30 words per minute (WPM) in keyboarding.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Completion of a post-secondary certificate, program or course in office administration.
• Experience working in an office setting providing services within the Justice System (Court Services, Correctional Centre, BC Prosecution Services, Youth Justice, legal office, justice focused non-profit).
• A valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license without restrictions or an equivalent Canadian driver’s license. A valid BC Class 7 may be considered.
• Experience with CORNET and/or JUSTIN.
• Experience providing client service via virtual technology.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Amanda.Howes@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position is available.
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical locations listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and 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.