ADMN O 15R – Contract Administrator – Closing date extended

Posting Title
ADMN O 15R – Contract Administrator – Closing date extended

Position Classification
Administrative Officer R15

Union
GEU

Work Options
On-Site

Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA (Primary)

Salary Range
$59,015.56 – $66,749.47 annually

Close Date
10/16/2024

Job Type
Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Agriculture and Food

Ministry Branch / Division
Extension and Support Services Branch/Agriculture Resource Division

Job Summary

The Team
The Extension and Support Services Branch is a dedicated and established team of 70 professionals passionate about advancing agri-food economic development and environmental sustainability across British Columbia. As a key member, you will work alongside administrative staff and regional agrologists, handling procurement and contract management tasks that drive impactful environmental and resource development programs. We value collaboration and inclusivity, ensuring every team member’s contributions support our mission to foster growth and sustainability in our agriculture communities.

The Role
As Contract Administrator, you will handle all aspects of managing procurement and contracts, from preparing and bidding to awarding them for important services. Your work will help support exciting agri-food projects and environmental sustainability efforts across British Columbia. We’re excited to welcome a talented individual who’s ready to bring fresh perspectives and drive success in our mission to make a positive impact on communities everywhere.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• At least one (1) year of experience in contract preparation and/or management.
• Experience preparing, tendering and/or awarding contracts.
• Minimum one (1) year experience using integrated computer systems and MS Office applications (ie: Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Preference may be given to applicants with at least one (1) year of contract and procurement experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact andrea.mcqueen@gov.bc.ca .

About this Position:
Amendment (September 26th): Posting closing date extended to October 16th.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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, Natural Resource Sector

Additional Information