ADMN O 15R - Logistics Officer

The Team
The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is a unique area of government tasked with the responsibility of preventing, managing and suppressing unwanted wildfire on the landscape. Approximately 1600 field workers - comprising technical experts, strategic thinkers and fire operations staff - are dedicated to undertaking the BCWS mandate in delivering effective wildfire management and emergency response support to protect life and values at risk, encouraging sustainable, healthy and resilient ecosystems.

The Role
This position is responsible for providing logistical support for the provincial wildfire coordination operations section. Addressing resource requests for in province, out of province and importing situations. The position also participates in the pre-organization process for the fire season. It provides leadership and expertise for acquiring and managing resources within an emergent environment.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
• Experience creating and managing spreadsheets
• Experience working with standard computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Preference may be given to candidates with:

• Experience using Incident Command System (ICS)
• Experience working in emergency response operations
• Contract and procurement experience

For questions regarding this position, please contact Emily.L.Robertson@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This temporary (auxiliary) position is a seasonal opportunity that goes from February to November, with possibility of recall on a yearly basis.
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. Flexible work options may not be available during emergency operations response periods.
An eligibility list may be established for future temporary opportunities.
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.

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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.