CLK 09R - Stockworker

The Team
The Okanagan Correctional Centre in Oliver, BC opened in 2017, and is one of ten Provincial correctional centres in the Province. It plays a key role in the community and is among the largest employers in the South Okanagan, significantly impacting the local economy and the lives of its residents.

The Role
The stock worker within a correctional centre reports directly to the purchasing officer and is part of the administration team. This position is required to work in both inmate and non-inmate areas as well as indoors and outdoors. The Okanagan Correctional Centre has a large storage department that supplies all areas of the building, and maintains a large fleet of government vehicles.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s Licence

Preference may be given to those with one or more of the following:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within a stores/purchasing environment that involved a distribution function
• Post-secondary courses in Administration, Purchasing and Stock Control
• Completion of the Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (W.H.M.I.S.) course
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Microsoft Word
• Experience with computer-based inventory control systems such as M.Y.O.B.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tania.Simpson@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Oliver is known as the “Wine Capital of Canada” and is situated amongst many vineyards and fruit orchards in the South Okanagan Valley, one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia. With its river, small lake, mountains, dry antelope brush and sage grasslands, the area provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation such as bird watching, water activities, hiking, mountain biking, golf and winter activities. Oliver also has a wealth restaurants, wineries, and craft beer brew pubs to explore.
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.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more

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 - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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