CLK 09R - Wildfire Financial Services Clerk

Posting Title CLK 09R - Wildfire Financial Services Clerk Position Classification Clerk R9 Union GEU Work Options Hybrid Location Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary) Salary Range $50,190.86 - $56,546.21 annually Close Date 4/30/2024 Job Type Temporary (Auxiliary) Temporary End Date 11/2/2024 Ministry/Organization BC Public Service -> Ministry of Forests Ministry Branch / Division BC Wildfire Service Job Summary Take the next step in your administrative career The BC Wildfire Service (BCWS) is the Province of BCs primary emergency response organization. It operates year-round to deliver its mandate for wildfire management and response to natural hazard emergencies. The BCWS operates provincially, delivering services through six fire centres, thirty-three zones and two provincial centres in Kamloops and Victoria. This position is responsible for processing corporate wildfire services transactions in a dynamic environment. Job Requirements: Grade 12 or equivalent Experience working in an office setting and computerized systems Preference statement(s) Preference may be given to candidates with basic accounting or bookkeeping experience Provisos /Willingness statement(s) To be flexible regarding ongoing changes in responsibilities, assignments and corporate structures To keep current on emerging issues To take in-house training and certification as required To fly in aircraft (fixed wing and rotary) as required To work extended hours; including weekends, and be on standby with limited notice in accordance with the preparedness plan To travel and overnight in remote locations where accommodations may vary as required To participate in ICS positions as assigned To work under adverse or stressful conditions, including smoke, extreme heat and mountainous terrain in remote and isolated conditions For questions regarding this position, please contact Vicki.Martin@gov.bc.ca. About this Position: Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement. Flexible work options may not be available during emergency operations response periods. This temporary opportunity starts in approximately May 2024 and ends in November 2024, with possibility of recall on a yearly basis. An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment. Kamloops is surrounded by over one hundred lakes as well as the North and South Thompson rivers. Water-based activities are very popular, such as fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, tubing, skiing, snowmobiling, and ice-fishing. Kamloops has a very strong First Nations culture. 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, Mtis, 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes. Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete. 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: 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. Job Category Administrative Services, Finance, Natural Resource Sector