BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Castlegar Community Corrections is a trained, energetic and dynamic team of both young and mature Probation Officers as well as an administrative team that are the support centre for six Probation Officers, one Senior Probation Officer, and one Local Manager. Our team works directly with individuals accused or convicted of offenses, providing supervision, support, and programs that encourage accountability and positive change. 

The Role
This role helps keep a community corrections office running smoothly by providing friendly, respectful, and confidential support to clients, staff, and the public. This position is the point of contact—welcoming people from diverse backgrounds, including those who may be facing challenging situations, and helping connect them with the right services in a safe and inclusive way. The role also involves keeping client information accurate and up to date in electronic systems, while handling sensitive records with care and attention to privacy. The Office Manager supports a positive, organized workplace by managing day-to-day office tasks and contributing to a team that values safety, inclusion, and respect

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary School graduation
• A minimum of 1 year of related experience working in a clerical, secretarial, receptionist or administrative support role.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Minimum keyboard speed of 30 words per minute.
• A valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license without restrictions or an equivalent Canadian driver’s license is required. A valid BC Class 7 may be considered.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Supervisory experience.
• 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).

Willingness Statement:

• Willing to serve adult clients who may have multiple legal, health, social, and/or mental health needs and/or clients who have committed or alleged to have committed criminal acts including intimate partner violence or sexually motivated offences.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Lance.Gotzy@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position is available.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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.