Bring your strong administrative experience and superior organizational skills to this position

Family Justice Services Division (FJSD) delivers programs and services that promote the timely and just resolution of family disputes within a comprehensive family justice system. Through community-based Family Justice Centres and Justice Access Centres, FJSD provides various in person and virtual programs and services, including initial needs determination, dispute resolution, Section 211 Family Law Act reports, and Parenting After Separation online courses.

Under general supervision of the Office Manager, the Office Assistant is the first point of contact for the public and must be able to effectively interact to provide key information on Family Justice Services; offer information to assist families to determine their needs; and book appointments as required.

The Office Assistant is responsible for performing day to day administrative and business functions in support of the Office Manager and other staff members.

Job Requirements:

• Secondary School graduation or equivalent (e.g., GED) plus minimum of 1 year of clerical/administrative support experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Recent experience and/or training in keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheet application, and other standard computer applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  

Preference may be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• More years of related experience
• Client service experience in a human service field (e.g., Indigenous organizations, community services agencies, legal services, court services).
• An administrative certificate or diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Experience with data entry into a case management system.
• Experience and/or training with filing systems or records management.
• Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations status or non-status, Inuit and/or Metis) with the required combination of education and experience.
  

PROVISO/WILLINGNESS STATEMENT:

• Must successfully pass a BC Public Service Criminal Record Check and a Criminal Records Review Act Check.
• Travel may be a requirement for float position. Transportation arrangements must meet operational requirements.
• Travel may be occasionally required to the North Vancouver and Port Coquitlam offices.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Karen.Donnelly@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

This position is based in Vancouver.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

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.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

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.

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.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.