careers in the bc public service summer labour market conference brought to you by the bc public...
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Careers in the BC Public Service
Summer Labour Market Conference
BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE
BC PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCYYOUR ALLY for SUCCESS
Careers in the BC Public Service Largest employer in BC
Over 200 different occupations
18 ministries
Approximately 25,000 employees province-wide
In every geographical region in the province
Job diversity across one organization
Opportunities to build expertise and explore different career options - corporate
Recruitment Challenges 75% of employees are bargaining unit employees
Hiring provisions in collective agreements Public Service Act, Merit Commissioner
Managed staffing initiated in 2012 resulted in hiring restrictions
Increasing retirements growing need for specialized skills
Approximately 50% of jobs now posted externally
Career Paths in the BC Public
Service
Career Paths
Financial (e.g. Financial Officers) Information Technology/Information Security (IT/IS) Scientific/Technical (eg. Biologists, Agrologists, etc.) Social (Social Program Officers, Social Workers) Policy/Research Management/Leadership (Project Managers, Human
Resources, etc.) Compliance/Enforcement (e.g. Correctional Officers,
Sheriffs, etc.) Administrative (Administrative Officers/Clerical)
In Demand Professions and Skills Social Workers IM/IT Science/Technical: Biologists, Agrologists, Engineers,
Foresters, Community Coroners Legal: Counsel, Admin, Court Clerks First Nations advisory/negotiations Policy Correctional Officers, Sheriffs Administrative
Reflecting Our Communities
Accessibility 2024 Inclusiveness strategy to attract, hire, develop and
retain people with disabilities
WorkAble Internship Program Provide work experience to recent post-secondary
graduates with disabilities Intake every March
Reflecting Our CommunitiesAboriginal Youth Internship Program
Intake every March
Encourage Aboriginal youth to consider the BC Public Service or Aboriginal organizations for a rewarding career
Support leadership development in Aboriginal youth
Improve relationship between Aboriginal communities/organizations and the provincial government
Closing the social and economic gaps that exist between Aboriginal people and other British Columbians
BC Public Service Jobs & Hiring
The Posting
Posting Tips
Education Must be in your resume Experience (Used in “shortlisting”
questionnaires)
Knowledge Assessed through tests, Skills & Abilities interviews, reference Competencies checks, etc
Your Resume
Clearly demonstrate how you meet the mandatory requirements (education and experience in “Highlights of Qualifications” section of your resume; knowledge, skills/abilities in work history and cover letter)
Tailor for each posting
Be clear and concise
Do not use acronyms
Include your contact information
Double check for grammar/spelling errors!
Other Tips
Drive your own career!
Research the position, the Branch and the Ministry
Contact the Hiring Manager if you require more information
Create a professional profile on LinkedIN
Network – Informational Interviews
Monitor your online presence
Resource for Applicants
www2.gov.bc.ca/myhr
Questions
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BC PUBLIC SERVICE AGENCYYOUR ALLY for SUCCESS
Contact Information
Danielle Carter-SullivanManager, Hiring Services
Susan WoodDirector, Hiring