Summary
Description
The Team
You’ll be joining the Interior Fraser Regional Office team—a small, close-knit group of three that plays a big role in supporting nine offices across a wide and diverse region. This established team is known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to creating a positive, inclusive, and innovative work environment for colleagues across the region. Working alongside a variety of roles—from Local Managers and Probation Officers to Administrative Assistants—you’ll be part of a supportive network that values diverse perspectives and shared success.
The Role
In this role, you’ll handle key responsibilities like payroll and leave management, administrative systems, hiring support, and day-to-day operations that help local offices run smoothly. While you won’t work directly with the public, your work will have a meaningful impact by supporting the teams who do—ensuring they have the tools and support they need to serve their communities effectively. This is a great opportunity to join a small, supportive team where your ideas are valued, and where innovation, independence, and collaboration are encouraged every day.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- A combination of 4 years of related experience, education and/or training (e.g., administrative or secretarial support), or, an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in word processing and other standard computer applications, e.g., spreadsheets, data bases;
- Experience in referencing government clerical, financial and establishment policies;
- Experience in leave management, payroll and personnel functions;
- Experience in using the internet and email.
Preference may be given to applicants with:
- Experience in human relations;
- Experience utilizing CHIPS (Corporate Human Resource Information and Payroll System);
- Experience in recruitment and selection paneling experience.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Virginia.McMillen@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This is for one (1) permanent opportunity in Kelowna
Located in the Okanagan Valley, Kelowna is known for its spectacular selection of wineries. On the shores of Okanagan Lake, Kelowna also has easy access to swimming, paddling, windsurfing and fishing. Big White, the ski mountain in Kelowna, provides skiing and snowboarding adventure.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
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.
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