Posting Title

OFF AS 09R - Regional Office Administrative Assistant

Position Classification

Office Assistant R9

Union

GEU

Work Options

On-Site

Location

Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$54,684.22 - $61,647.97 annually

Close Date

5/29/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

12/31/2026

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Emerg Mgt, Climate Readiness

Ministry Branch / Division

Regional Response & Recovery Operations Branch | Readiness, Response & Recovery Operations Division

Job Summary

The Team
Regional Operations is an established, high-performing team that values teamwork and mutual support. With a diverse group of administrators, managers, and technicians, this medium-sized team works closely together on daily operations and plays a key role in supporting communities during emergency events through the Provincial Regional Emergency Operation Centre. The team is committed to making a positive impact, and everyone is dedicated to working collaboratively to help those in need.

The Role
As the Regional Office Administrative Assistant, you'll provide essential administrative support to help the organization function efficiently. Your work will have a direct impact on communities, contributing to emergency management efforts in preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. This is a great opportunity for candidates who are passionate about teamwork, supporting others, and advancing their careers. You'll be part of a team that values your contributions and recognizes the importance of your work in helping communities thrive during emergencies.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Six (6) months’ experience working in an office setting including the operation of office equipment.
• Six (6) months’ experience/ training in standard computer applications, specifically MS Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Post-secondary training in office administration, business, secretarial or other related courses.

• Experience monitoring and tracking financial and/or program information.

• Experience arranging travel.

• Experience drafting correspondence, maintaining filing system and records management.

• Experience working in emergency response within the Incident Command Structure Environment (ICS).

Please refer to the Job Profile for the full list of willingness/ proviso requirements.

For questions regarding this position, please contact EMCR.HR@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
There is currently a temporary opportunity available until December 31, 2026. This temporary opportunity may extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary 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 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.

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.

Job Category

Administrative Services