CLK 09R - Administrative Assistant

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service is seeking an Administrative Assistant (CLK 09R) to support the Public Guardian and Trustee of BC within Estate and Personal Trust Services. The role focuses on document handling, preparing correspondence, and assisting 22 division staff in meeting legal and regulatory requirements.

The position is temporary/auxiliary until Oct 30, 2026, with potential extension. Flexible telework options may be available, subject to approval.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly or in person with vulnerable populations.
• Completed Office Administration courses.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of administrative support services to the branch, including receiving, reviewing and validating submissions, drafting correspondence and other written materials, researching and summarizing client file information, opening and distributing mail, and providing general advice and service to clients, family members, stakeholders and the public.

Skills

Experience with vulnerable populations

Education

Office Administration courses

Job description

Posting Title

CLK 09R - Administrative Assistant

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Salary Range

$54,684.22 - $61,647.97 annually

Close Date

1/31/2027

Job Type

Temporary (Auxiliary)

Temporary End Date

10/30/2026

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Other Public Sector

Ministry Branch / Division

Public Guardian and Trustee of BC

Job Summary

The Team

Estate and Personal Trust Services administers estates of deceased and missing persons according to law in the Public Guardian and Trustee of BC’s various capacities such as Administrator. In this division, the focus of the work is on support services for 22 division staff, with an emphasis on document handling and facilitating meeting legal and technical requirements.

There are 6 administrative assistants in the division who report to the administrative team leader to support the important work of the team while providing general advice and service to clients, family members, stakeholders and the general public as required.

The Role

To provide a wide range of administrative support services to the branch including receiving, reviewing and validating incoming submissions, composing correspondence and other written materials, researching and summarizing client file information, opening and distributing mail and providing general advice and service to clients, family members, stakeholders and the general public.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

Preference statements

• Experience working directly or in person with vulnerable populations (e.g. vulnerable adults, persons with disabilities, children, heirs and beneficiaries and individuals with language, behavioural and/or cognitive barriers)
• Completed Office Administration courses
• Applicants who self‑identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

About this Position:

This is a temporary/auxiliary opportunity until October 30, 2026. This position may be extended.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future short-term auxiliary vacancies, which may be extended.

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.

A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening 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.