Apply your skills for organizational communications and engagement to this specialized and engaging role

The Policing and Security Branch is part of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. The branch assumes responsibility for ensuring the security and economic vitality of British Columbia’s communities through effective policing and security.

The Correspondence Writer provides professional writing services to support a variety of diverse ministry issues. The work is carried out in a confidential environment where communication issues frequently concern complex, sensitive and often highly political matters. This requires mature judgement, discretion, critical thinking skills, an understanding of public relations or communications principles, diplomacy and effective interpersonal skills.

Job Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus 1 year or more related experience.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Experience preparing, formatting, editing and proof-reading high level and confidential correspondence, records, and information.
• Experience in developing, editing, drafting and producing a wide variety of written documents.
• Experience in copy editing and proofreading documents.
• Experience with business-related software, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and electronic correspondence tracking system (e.g. CLIFF, e-Approvals).
• Experience managing diverse workloads effectively and independently.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working in an executive or government office.
• Degree, Diploma or Certificate in English, business English, or related field.
• Experience with project coordination.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Vedrana.Covic@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

An eligibility list may be established.

This position is located in Victoria, Vancouver or Surrey. Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved Telework Agreement.

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 can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements list above.

Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume required: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - You will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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 how you obtained your relevant experience. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.

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:
Enhanced Security Screening 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.