SPV 12R - Supervisor

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Powell River; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The BC Public Service is seeking a Supervisor for a major retail operation in Powell River, BC. Reporting to the Store Manager, you will supervise staff, ensure excellent customer service, and contribute to stock control and store security while supporting branch policies.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least six months in a customer-facing role with supervisory experience. A criminal record check is required.

Qualifications

• Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• At least six months recent experience with three months as a supervisor in a customer-facing environment.
• Preference may be given to candidates with retail experience or sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure good customer service and supervise staff to maintain morale.
• Develop teamwork and maintain staff morale within the store.
• Assist in controlling stock levels and stock variances and ensure security in the store.
• Assist with training staff, scheduling, and store duties including labour relations matters.

Skills

Customer service

Supervisory experience

Teamwork

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

Location

Powell River, BC V8A 5G7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$57,699.62 to $65,135.07 annually

Close Date

10/1/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

Ministry Branch / Division

Job Summary

About the BCLDB:

The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.

The LDB is committed to government’s goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.

BCLIQUOR is a fiscally responsible retailer of beverage alcohol that provides exemplary customer service, delivers social responsibility programs and upholds BCLDB’s core values of service, relationships and results. Working in this vibrant, creative and supportive team environment will see your knowledge and skills thrive to unparalleled levels.

About this role:

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Supervisor assists in the management of a major retail operation with sales in excess of $3 million. Responsibilities include ensuring good customer service, supervision of staff, developing teamwork and maintaining good staff morale. The position may also assist in controlling stock levels and stock variances and ensuring acceptable levels of security in the store for both staff and physical assets. The Supervisor is expected to contribute to improving the Branch image by providing support for all Branch policies. The Supervisor is also involved in training staff, scheduling assignments, participating in all store duties, and may be involved in labour relations matters.

A criminal record check is required.

Successful completion of Serving It Right™ certification will be required prior to confirmation of any appointments of this position. May be required to lift liquor cases up to 50 lbs. to varying heights, standing at a cash register for extended periods of time and performing warehouse duties including frequent bending and standing. Work is performed in a multi-shift retail operation.

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Position requirements:

Education and Experience:

• Secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certificate.
• A minimum of six (6) months of recent experience* with three (3) months as a supervisor, in a customer-facing, service-oriented environment.

Preference may be given to those candidates with any of the following:

• Experience working in a retail environment.
• Experience in an environment with annual sales in excess of $1 million.
• Experience with driving and achieving sales.
• Degree, diploma or certificate in business or retail management or successful completion of a supervisory/leadership course.

*Recent experience is defined as occurring within the past five (5) years.

Candidates that are applying with relief time (i.e., supervisory experience in a relief capacity) must clearly state the number of hours of relief they have at the time of this posting. Relief time will be verified at the past work performance stage of the competition and must meet the minimum experience requirement as stated above for the candidate to be successful in the competition.

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.

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 the BC Public Service Offers.