CLK ST 12R - Warden's Assistant - Closing date extended

The Team
The team at the correctional centre is a collaborative group that works together to support safe, secure, and respectful operations in a 24/7 environment. As part of BC Corrections’ Adult Custody division, the team helps balance safety, rehabilitation, and fiscal responsibility through strong staff and shift planning, risk-based supervision, and evidence-informed programs. This team values inclusive leadership, positive relationships with staff and community partners, and creating a workplace where people from all backgrounds feel supported and able to contribute.

The Role
The Warden’s Assistant leads and coordinates the administrative services that support the planning and delivery of correctional services, ensuring the Warden and Deputy Wardens have accurate, timely information and smooth office operations. In this role, you’ll manage sensitive and urgent communications, provide executive coordination, and help maintain continuity when senior leaders are away. You’ll work closely with Corporate Services, Human Resources, centre staff, and the public, using strong communication and a respectful, inclusive approach when responding to concerns and supporting a diverse workplace and community.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• A minimum of 2 years of clerical/administrative support experience, education and/or training.
• Experience in dealing with confidential matters using sound judgement, tact and diplomacy.
• Minimum of 50 words per minute (WPM) in keyboarding.
• Experience and/or training in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; use of the Internet; and other standard computer applications.
• Experience in providing services to various levels of government, industry, public and private organizations.
• Experience in supervising staff.
• Preference may be given to applicants with executive level support experience.

WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS

• Willingness to keep self informed on current trends and issues through ongoing training, education and participation in branch projects.
• Willingness to work flexible/extended hours as necessary.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, for varying lengths of time.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Andrew.Stevens@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Amendment 2026-03-05: Posting closing date extended to 2026-03-19.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Prince George is the largest city in northern British Columbia, and boasts a wide variety of restaurants and entertainment, including the Prince George Symphony Orchestra. Prince George is also located next to several provincial parks, which provide camping and boating amenities.
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 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.