Posting Title

CLK 09R - Team Assistant

Position Classification

Clerk R9

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$50,190.86 - $56,546.21 annually, plus $37.64 bi-weekly isolation allowance

Close Date

9/18/2025

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

3/31/2026

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Children & Family Development

Ministry Branch / Division

Service Delivery Division/ North SDA / Bulkley Valley LSA / Smithers Office

Job Summary

The Team
Join the Smithers administrative team at MCFD, where you'll be part of a supportive and friendly environment offering a variety of services, from protection to mental health and support needs for children and youth. Enjoy the beauty of Smithers and its surrounding areas while contributing to a dedicated team providing valuable support to both clients and colleagues.

The Role
As a Team Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting a variety of services for children and youth. The Team Assistant position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth, all while being part of a community known for its outdoor beauty and vibrant activities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Certificate or coursework and 6 months related experience; OR
• Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 6 months related experience; OR
• Evergreen and 1 year related experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Related Experience may include

• Six months experience working in a computerized environment using various computer applications and data bases. (For example: Microsoft Office applications including Word Excel, Outlook, Lync) for word processing, spread sheeting, data entry, email and video teleconferencing; and case management or other database applications.

• Experience providing quality customer or client service, carrying out duties and responding to client needs in a professional manner.

• Experience working independently and as a team member with a multi-disciplinary environment and with other professional staff, client, and service providers.

Preferences

• Preference may be given to applicants with administrative experience working with vulnerable children and families in a human/social services setting.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience using MCFD applications: Integrated Case Management (ICM) and/or Management Information Systems (MIS) computer applications. Consideration may be given for completion of an Administrative Business Skills course or program as experience equivalency.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Robert.O.Mcdonald@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 03/31/2026. This position may be extended or become permanent.
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.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Smithers: Smithers, on Highway 16, is home to activities like fishing, boating, camping, hiking, skiing, and shopping. The traditional territory of the Wet’suwet’en people, whose relationship with the land and strong traditions continue to this day, Smithers is a small but welcoming community.
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 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 application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.

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.

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Job Category

Administrative Services, Social Services