CLK 15R - Business Administrator - Jobs in Kamloops, BC

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Posting TitleCLK 15R - Business AdministratorPosition ClassificationClerk R15UnionGEULocationKamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)Salary Range$53,673.52 - $60,707.45 annuallyClose Date1/22/2023Job TypeRegular Full TimeTemporary End DateMinistry/OrganizationBC Public Service -> Ministry of ForestsMinistry Branch / DivisionBC Timber SalesJob SummaryBusiness AdministratorClerk R15An eligibility list may be established for similar vacancies within the BC Timber Sales Kamloops Business Area, Kamloops.On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for this position, but at a lower classification.An excellent career building opportunity for a self-motivated, multifaceted contract and tenure administration specialistBC Timber Sales (BCTS) manages about 20 per cent of the province’s allowable annual cut for Crown timber, generating economic prosperity for British Columbians through the safe, sustainable development and auction of Crown timber. BCTS operates in 33 communities and directly supports over 8,000 jobs across B.C.Data from our operations are used to help determine the market value of the timber harvested from public land and ensures British Columbians receive fair value from their timber resources.BCTS also supports government’s commitment to true, lasting reconciliation with First Nations in BC as we move toward fully adopting and implementing the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission.The goal of BCTS is to provide credible representative price and cost benchmark data for the market pricing system through auctions of timber harvested from public land in BC. BCTS has three objectives supporting its goal:

• Objective 1: Sell the full BCTS apportionment over the business cycle, consistent with safe practices, sustainable forest management, and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
• Objective 2: Generate direct net revenue and indirect revenue for the Province over the business cycle.
• Objective 3: Continuous business improvement – within BCTS, across government and with third parties.

To find out more about our program check out the BCTS websiteThe Business Administrator provides specialized technical and administrative services for the Business Area (BA) in support of a competitive auction process for marketing crown timber. The Business Administrator prepares a wide variety of contracts and tenures, provides financial administration and maintains a variety of systems and services integral to meeting BA operational goals and objectives. At the grid 15 level, this position is expected to work independently within the responsibilities of the position with a clear understanding and comprehension of the legislation, policy and procedures in identifying risk and making recommendations. 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.In addition to this exciting opportunity and amazing locations, the BC Public Service is an award-winning employer in British Columbia, including such accolades as being one of BCs Top Employers for 2021, one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2021 and one of Canadas Top Family-Friendly Employers in 2021.This is your opportunity to build your career and to gain a better understanding of all the public service has to offer, such as competitive employee benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with an award winning employer. The BC Public Service encourages a healthy work/life balance that enables you to take advantage of the community and surrounding area in which you live. For more information, please visit What The BC Public Service Offers You.A career path in BC Timber Sales offers exceptional opportunities to develop new solutions to complex problems, and to learn and grow personally and professionally. Existing and future BCTS employees have the opportunity to impact public and private forests, communities, the economy and the lives of British Columbians in positive and unique ways.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, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)Explore the opportunities and value working with our team can offer you: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=it-9laHaKyc&feature=youtu.be.For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, requirements and qualifications, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Ingrid.Brooker@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website.NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.Job Requirements:In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience requirements as outlined below:

• Secondary school graduation.
• A minimum of four years of related administrative experience including experience or training in keyboarding, database management, spreadsheets, word processing and other standard computer applications with strong demonstrated skills. A combination of related experience, education and/or training may be considered (i.e. business or public administration, finance, legal secretarial).
• A minimum of two years of experience in contract administration, policies, standards and procedures. Contract administration is defined as providing advice and guidance, preparing and administering contract records including reviewing documentation and transactions to ensure all requirements are met.
• A minimum of one year of financial management experience. Financial management is defined as working with computer assisted accounting and reporting systems including accounts payable, receivables and the general ledger.
• Experience coding, processing, storing, tracking and retrieving records and information in an electronic environment.
• Experience assessing risk and making recommendations within a highly regulatory, legal or policy and procedure enforced environment.
• Experience computing a variety of mathematical calculations and using applications to enter and retrieve data, performing accounting functions and producing financial reports.
• Experience working in a high production environment, in meeting deadlines while providing quality services to clients.
• Experience identifying problems and developing options for resolution within policies and guidelines.

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 in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Please select "SKIP" on the cover letter screen to continue with your application.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 (COMPREHENSIVE) As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.Job CategoryAdministrative Services, Natural Resource SectorQuick Apply

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