BAND 1 - Manager, Division Operations

Posting Title
BAND 1 - Manager, Division Operations

Position Classification
Band 1

Union
N/A

Work Options
Hybrid

Location
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA

Salary Range
$65,300.21 - $93,100.19 annually

Close Date
9/29/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Education and Child Care

Ministry Branch / Division
ADMO/System Liaison and Support Division

Job Summary

The Team
The Assistant Deputy Minister's Office (ADMO) is a collaborative and established team of approximately 8 staff members who work closely with the Division's executive leadership, administrative staff, and the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM). We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every voice is heard, valued, and contributes to our shared mission of supporting early learning and the education system in BC.

The Role
As Manager of Division Operations, you will be at the heart of supporting key areas such as human resources, issues management, and communications to enhance division operations. Your work will directly impact the System Liaison and Support Division, which is committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and caring school environments that help all students thrive. Join a dynamic and passionate team where you can contribute to meaningful change and positively influence the lives of children and youth across BC.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in office administration, public administration, political science, communications, or another related field; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience supervising administrative and/or technical staff.
• Experience navigating and providing advice surrounding a range of administrative policies and procedures, including HR.
• Experience in a senior administrative role.
• Experience dealing with executive members on highly confidential and sensitive issues.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with related industry stakeholders (e.g. BC Teachers Union, BC School Superintendents Association).
• A degree in office administration, public administration, political science or communications.
• Experience writing formal business reports, divisional business plans, and email correspondences for senior officials.
• More than one (1) year experience in supervising administrative and/or technical staff.
• More than two (2) years of combined experience in:
  • Navigating and providing advice surrounding a range of administrative policies and procedures, including HR.
  • Experience in a senior administrative role.
  • Experience dealing with executive member on highly confidential and sensitive issues.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jenn.Chen@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
There is one permanent, full time opportunity in Victoria.
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 future temporary and permanent 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.
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 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.

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. 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 - A resume is required as part of your application, however, itmay notbe 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.

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Job Category
Leadership and Management