BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
Chilliwack Community Corrections is a well-established team consisting of 20 positions including probation officers, administrative assistants, an office manager, senior probation officers and a local manager. We work diligently to deliver an excellent level of client service and collaborate with various community partners to support our clients in making lasting pro-social change. We have the unique opportunity to work with, and learn from, several Indigenous communities. The team is supportive and focuses on personal and professional growth. We value continuous learning and ensure team members have ample opportunities to develop competencies and build new skill sets.

The Role
The Office Manager provides administrative leadership and operational oversight to ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of a community corrections office. The role supervises administrative staff, coordinates office operations, manages financial and human resource processes, and supports workplace health, safety, technology, and facilities management. As a key member of the leadership team, the Office Manager helps maintain efficient service delivery, supports staff and managers, and ensures administrative systems, resources, and processes are in place to meet organizational objectives and operational requirements.

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).

For questions regarding this position, please contact Taryn.McAuley@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position is available.
This position requires full-time, in-person work at the physical location listed.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future 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.