CLK 09R - Finance and Administration Clerk - Closing date extended

Posting Title
CLK 09R - Finance and Administration Clerk - Closing date extended

Position Classification
Clerk R9

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$50,190.86 - $56,546.21 annually

Close Date
9/19/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General

Ministry Branch / Division
Corrections Branch / Adult Custody Division / Kamloops Regional Correctional Centre

Job Summary

The Team

The KRCC Business Office and Stores team is a well-established group dedicated to ensuring the smooth financial and operational functions of the Correctional Centre. With seven members, including financial clerks, a logistical stock worker, and leadership from the Director of Business and Finance, the team works collaboratively to maintain accurate inmate accounts, timely payments to suppliers, and precise employee payrolls. Their work supports the daily operations of the Centre, ensuring that it runs efficiently and effectively.

The Role

As a Finance and Administration Clerk, you'll play a key role in supporting various functions within the Correctional Centre, from accounts payable and payroll to inmate trust accounts and logistical operations. Your work will directly contribute to public safety and ensure that those in custody receive the services they need. This position offers diverse responsibilities and ample opportunities for learning and professional growth, making it an exciting and fulfilling opportunity.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Valid BC Driver's Licence.
• One year (within the last 5 years) basic finance administration, basic accounting or bookkeeping experience and/or a combination of equivalent experience and education.
• Experience handling cash transactions.
• Experience with a computer based financial bookkeeping/accounting system.
• Experience with MS Office computer applications such as Word and Excel.
• One year (within the last 5 years) general office administration experience.
• Keyboard with speed and accuracy at 25 to 30 words per minute.

Preference may be given to those with:

• Two years basic finance administration, basic accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Experience with victim notification and/or inmate administration.
• CAS, TLAM, and/or CORNET experience.
• Experience with Provincial Government Trust or Revenue Accounting.
• Experience working in a Correctional Centre or similar type of environment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact sharron.westlund@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
Amendment September 10: Posting closing date extended to September 19.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

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

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

Questionnaire: YES- You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. 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. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category
Administrative Services, Social Services