BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Office Manager joins the Centralized Services Hub, a caring and collaborative team that helps support safe, stable placements for children and youth across British Columbia. Working alongside dedicated professionals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, you’ll be part of an inclusive environment where every voice is valued, teamwork is celebrated, and people genuinely support one another’s success. Together, the team is united by a shared commitment to service, respect, and making a positive difference in the lives of children, youth, families, and communities.

The Role
In this role, you will provide strategic administrative leadership and operational support to ensure the effective delivery of branch programs and services. As the branch’s primary resource for administration, finance, human resources, payroll, records management, and facilities coordination, you will oversee critical business functions, manage financial activities, and supervise a team of administrative professionals. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and value leaders who create a respectful environment where all employees are supported, engaged, and able to contribute their unique perspectives and strengths.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirement

• Certificate or coursework in business or office administration and 1 year related experience; or
• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 2 years related experience; or
• Evergreen and 3 years related experience; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience

• Experience providing administrative and financial support services for a group of staff.
• Experience leading others.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Erin.Mackintosh@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to three (3) days 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 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.