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Main Purpose and Function

The primary purpose of this position is to investigate IT and business requirements; design, develop, document and support solutions; and apply knowledge of the best-of-breed processes and procedures in SAP business applications to recommend changes to business processes.  This position is to be a leader of SAP development projects through the preliminary investigation, analysis of requirements, business case and feasibility analysis, design, implementation, quality control, documentation, and post-implementation review phases.  This position provides ongoing application support and responsibilities include performing changes to SAP HR modules, payroll and time evaluation configuration, schemas and programs.  This position has access to confidential information and makes recommendations for changes in methods, processes and procedures that may impact on financial and operational areas as well as staffing work loads, working conditions, changes in positions or staffing levels.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares documentation including project charters, system requirements definition, business cases, system reviews, training materials, system configuration documentation, etc.
• Designs, develops, modifies and maintains SAP Payroll/time configuration and schemas to meet business and operational requirements.
• Designs and maintains other SAP HR modules (eg. Benefits, Personnel Administration).
• Consults with customers to understand their requirements.
• Develops systems alternatives including work procedure changes, and recommends the most suitable alternative to assist customers in meeting their operational requirements
• Develops technical specifications including diagrams and charts to provide the blueprints for SAP developers to write or code programs.
• Develops detailed project plans to track progress.
• Manages projects through all phases from planning through to maintenance and support.
• Recommends changes in methods, processes and procedures that may impact on financial and operational areas as well as staffing work loads, working conditions, changes in positions or staffing levels.
• Researches, evaluates and recommends new tools and methodologies for development of business applications.
• Reviews or develops test scripts and scenarios to ensure adequate testing of system configuration and integration.
• Performs testing of problem fixes (SAP fixes/notes), configuration changes, enhancements and new functionality in order to ensure system integrity and proper integration across SAP applications.
• Remains current with developments in SAP applications and related technologies, including releases and enhancements/new functionality.
• Identifies opportunities to improve operational effectiveness through the use of technology and makes recommendations where appropriate (make changes to use of system, business process and/or add additional functionality).
• Delivers presentations to customers (users, departments) and technical staff on SAP related solutions and specific technologies.
• Provides problem resolution for calls referred by Help Desk.
• Investigates and follows up on SAP system errors/problems, and liaises with SAP, IT staff and others as required to resolve these issues.
• Develops and maintains SAP system configuration documentation.
• Provides technical assistance with SAP upgrades and the implementation of other modules, including integration to other applications.
• Provides support to corporate and departmental reporting.  Assists in the use of existing reports and develops/documents additional reports as required.
• Designs and delivers reports and analytics.
• Monitors applications performance, trouble shoots problems with technical specialists.

• Participates in training of customers and provides on-going training support and guidance.
• Participates in the development of new standards, and leads technical committees.
• Has access to highly sensitive and business critical data from all City departments (e.g. employee and payroll records)
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Related Post-secondary degree, with preference for graduate degree in Computer Science or Business Administration or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SAP Certification (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Minimum 3 years experience implementing and supporting SAP Canadian payroll, SAP Benefits, SAP CATS, SAP Time Evaluation and ESS/MSS.
• Minimum 3 years experience creating and modifying complex rules and schemas for time evaluation and payroll.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of payroll and time entry processes will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge/experience configuring and supporting ESS/MSS portal.
• Knowledge/experience configuring and supporting HR Fiori applications is desirable.
• Experience with SAP reporting tools such as BW/BI and Business Objects tools such as Analysis for Office, Lumira, Design Studio or Web Intelligence.
• Experience creating and managing projects plans for small or medium size projects ensuring user requirements are met and projects are completed on time.
• Experience developing, coordinating, and delivering training courses and materials to identified training populations.
• Good understanding of SAP platform integration.
• Knowledge of current trends in SAP related products and solutions (eg. Fiori, S/4HANA, Business Intelligence).
• SAP programming background is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated operational and project management skills: results focused, team oriented.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Broad knowledge across multiple aspects of the business (i.e., organizational structure, key players, current business processes and supporting systems and services, etc.)
• Extensive knowledge of municipal business processes would be an asset.
• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors is desirable.
• Thorough working knowledge of office productivity tools (e.g. Windows, MS Office, MS Project, Visio, etc.)
• Experience with Agile development and the use of tools such as VSTS would be an asset.
• Combination of strong technical and business skills is required.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills with ability to communicate to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally with technical and non-technical staff.
• Ability to handle business critical and sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Continuous improvement and continuous learning mindset.

Record Checks:

• An Enhanced Reliability Check is a requirement of the position.  A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: IT, Digital Strategy & 311 (1070) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: December, 2024 

Number of Positions: 2

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $92864 to $116070 per year

Application Close: October 31, 2024

Main Purpose and Function
Performs routine to skilled maintenance and cleaning of ice rinks, dressing rooms, refrigeration plants and surrounding facilities, assists in janitorial and preventative maintenance duties, performs related duties required or assigned.  Is actively responsible for a variety of functions and activities related to the preventive maintenance and repairs of ice rink surface using the ice resurfacing machine and performs routine janitorial job functions.  Work is performed as assigned or on a rotating shift basis.

Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Operates services and maintains ice rink surfaces and refrigeration plants and related equipment
• Scrapes, floods and paints lines, maintains ice surface in proper and safe conditions using the ice resurface, edging equipment and hosing methods
• Changes and adjusts blade on ice resurfacing machine, inspection checks and records operating hours, machine and battery conditions 
• Cleans, inspects and makes minor repairs on the rink board system
• Inspects and assists in rink glass replacement process
• Maintains rink dressing room cleanliness, inspects condition and records/reports to supervisor
• Keeps ice rink and facility areas, walkways and equipment clean, serviced and safe
• Maintains  daily records pertaining to the ice rink refrigeration operation and overall building
• Performs and assists the Maintenance Technician in completing general maintenance and shut down and/or start up by following safety operating procedure on the refrigeration plant system
• Connects, assists access for trades and contractors in completing building maintenance and service  
• Reviews and monitors refrigeration plant maintenance activities to ensure compliance with BCSA – BC Safety Authority and Regulations 
• Assists in reporting and preventing facility vandalism
• Performs basic preventive maintenance and lubrication on pumps, motors and related equipment
• Secures facilities and grounds for the purpose of minimizing property damage, loss and liability and ensuring safety at work site
• Maintains a cooperative working relationship with those contacted in the course of work
• Performs routine janitorial job functions and responsibilities
• Cleans changing rooms and washrooms
• Ensures proper labeling, dilution and use of all chemicals
• Wears proper personal protective equipment at all times
• Cleans grounds and parking lots of litter, glass or other debris
• Removes snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers and snow shovels and spreading ice melt/salt in areas
• Monitors building security and safety be performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and opening doors for regular operating hours, checking to ensure that hazards are not created or prevented
• Plays an active role in reporting and investigating emergency situations 
• Makes rounds of the building and grounds at regular intervals at night inspecting doors, windows, and locks to see that they are properly and securely fastened
• Observes appearances and conditions of premises and equipment, reports needed repairs, service, safety hazards or conditions requiring attention to the supervisor
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes and tags accordantly if ballast failure
• Coordinates the work of janitorial team by assigning, scheduling and assessing the competition of work and tasks
• Ensures quality control and best practices by inspecting work in progress and upon competition
• May assist in completing monthly workplace inspections as required
• May work independently with little or no supervision
• Completes other duties/responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Position Requirements

Required Training, Certifications and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10; preferable supplemented by technical training related to the work plus some related experience; completion of a recognized program in building service work OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.  
• Ice Facility Operator or Refrigeration Operator (5th class refrigeration) Certificate from the BC Safety Authority.
• Valid driver’s license required – Drivers abstract

Preferences:

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least two (2) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience related to the job description

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of operations, maintenance and requirements of an ice rink and refrigeration plant and overall recreation facility
• Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance of pumps, motors, safety equipment and other items related to an ice rink and refrigeration plant
• Knowledge of operating and maintaining a variety of ice rink facilities and equipment
• Basic knowledge of janitorial and grounds maintenance practices
• Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment related to the work
• Ability to maintain accurate records and files
• Ability to interpret, apply and explain policies, procedures and guidelines
• Ability to understand and following oral and written directions
• Knowledge and understanding of the Emergency Evacuation Procedures and knowing your key responsibility
• Ability to perform a variety of routine manual tasks in care, cleaning and general maintenance of building  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good client/customer service skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work effectively with a team
• Ability to work independently as needed to support the group effort
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Ability to explain and demonstrate instructions and guidelines to others effectively
• Ability to train, organize and coordinate the work of the team
• Ability to operate and use janitorial tools, equipment and supplies
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules and regulations and understanding on utilizing WHMIS –MSDS
• Ability to work a non-standard work schedule

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 30 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 30 days of this posting

**Drivers who have moved to B.C. during the past five years will be required to provide their Driver’s Abstract and Driver’s Claims History from their previous place of residence.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: Immediately  

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-015: $29.2 to $34.3 per hour

What is the opportunity?

RBC Family Office Services assists clients in creating comprehensive financial plans and estate planning strategies. As the Regional Administration Coordinator you will be responsible for providing support to the Financial Planning Specialists, Will and Estate Consultants, and Business Owner – High Net Worth Planning Services Specialists to enable them to focus on providing superior client service.

What will you do?

• Oversee the efficiency of day-to-day operations

• Fulfill administrative duties: Printing, packaging ,and mailing of client reports

• Manage specialist calendars and meeting materials

• Complete monthly expense reports

• Maintain and order equipment and supplies

• Manage files and records, and complete travel arrangements

• Assist with preparations for business seminars and special events  

What do you need to succeed?

Must have:

• A minimum of two years of experience in a similar position in the financial industry

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

• Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills

• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

• Ability to work effectively with others and be perceived as a team player

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

• Good attention to detail

• Strong time management skills

Nice to have:

• IFIC

• CSC

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual:

• A world-class training program in financial services

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities

• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact  

Job Skills

Communication, Data Entry, Detail-Oriented, Email Services, Office Administration, Presentation Software, Spreadsheet Software, Teamwork, Time Management, Word Processing Software

Additional Job Details

VANCOUVER MAIN BRANCH (B), 1055 GEORGIA ST W:VANCOUVER

VANCOUVER

Canada

37.5

Full time

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Regular

Salaried

2024-10-02

2024-10-31

Classification: HEU 180
Salary/Rate of pay: SD15 $27.82

Application deadline: Posted until filled 
Application requirements:

• Your up-to-date resume.
• We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.

Vancouver Fire and Rescue Services (VFRS) is committed to being the international leader in fire, rescue, community risk reduction, and staff safety and wellness. Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and Sel̓íl̓witulh (Tsleil-Waututh), Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working to be the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our team and being part of a dynamic, exciting, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

VFRS employs over 850 people, has 20 fire halls, a training site, and two fire prevention offices. In addition to fire suppression, VFRS provides pre-hospital care, vehicle rescue, marine response, hazardous materials response, technical rescue, and many other emergency services in Vancouver. We work to create safe communities through public education for all ages, fire prevention and inspection services, and by working closely with partner agencies and community groups.

Application Close: Open until vacancies filled

We are committed to service excellence and recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Main Purpose & Function

This is office support work of some variety and complexity. Incumbents of positions assigned to this class require a sound knowledge of office practices and procedures and may require some specialized skill training. The work involves providing information and assistance to the public on routine matters. The work is differentiated from that of the Office Support Clerk I by the greater complexity of the clerical tasks. After a period of on-the-job training, employees of this class work with a minimum of direct supervision as the work is performed according to defined work methods and procedures. Some independence of action is exercised in scheduling work tasks or in the more repetitive aspects of the work. Work is reviewed by a superior in terms of accuracy, completeness and conformance to established work methods.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities:

• Receives and verifies cash and cheques in payment of accounts; makes change and issues correct receipts; balances cash and compiles summary sheets.
• Operates a computer terminal to enter and update records; modifies or removes records; produces standard reports.
• Opens, sorts and batches mailed payments and applies payments to accounts.
• Processes, cheques and maintains a variety of office records, forms, files, reports, statistics, documents and related material; posts entries to simple records; processes incoming and outgoing mail as per departmental procedures.
• Answers inquiries and provides assistance by telephone or in person, ascertains nature of inquiries or complaints and gathers information in order to respond or refer caller as necessary; explains departmental rules and regulations; prepares correspondence using established formats.
• Provides information and assistance regarding the nature, activities and services of the organization to the public at a central information booth or switchboard; directs more detailed inquiries to the appropriate department or staff member; dispenses pamphlets, brochures, maps and other material of an informative nature.
• Transcribes from copy, rough draft, or general instructions a variety of material using word processing software and hardware to enter, record, recall, revise and print the data; as required, establishes appropriate format; reviews work for punctuation, spelling and grammatical correctness.
• Assists in the collation and preparation of elementary statistical reports and tabulations involving some arithmetic calculations.
• Provides admin support to one or more senior positions; interviews callers, screens calls, makes and cancels appointments, processes confidential matters; prepares routine correspondence; may take and transcribe dictation.
• Performs related work as required

Qualifications:
Education and Experience:

• Completion of the 12th school grade including or supplemented by courses in commercial subjects, typing, word processing and some related experience; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Considerable knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation of word processing equipment and of its capabilities as related to the work performed.
• Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic.
• Sound knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of departmental and other regulations, rules, procedures and practices that relate to the position occupied or which govern worksite activities and employee behaviour.
• Working knowledge of departmental functions, responsibilities and activities.
• Ability to perform a variety of clerical, data entry, word-processing, bookkeeping, secretarial, receptionist or other office support functions.
• Ability to prepare routine reports, correspondence and memoranda related to the work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other staff in supplying factual information and assistance.
• Skill in typing (keyboarding) rapidly and accurately where applicable to the position.

Business Unit/Department: Finance & Supply Chain Mgmt (1150) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: November, 2024

Position End Date: February, 2025

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-013: $27.04 to $31.66 per hour

Number of Vacancies: 3 

Application Close: October 6th, 2024

Main Purpose and Function

The Administrative Assistant works closely with the Directors, Assistant Directors and senior level managers within the departments and is responsible for providing an extensive range of confidential and sensitive administrative support in a fast-paced environment.  The position supports the Department’s senior management team with the development, implementation and monitoring of a variety of projects to ensure departmental consistency, many of which have a direct impact on labour relations.

The position attends and participates in a wide range of technical and administrative meetings, including senior management team meetings, grievance meetings, peer review meetings with industry stakeholders, public policy meetings with other municipalities and provincial and federal government agencies and professional associations.  The Administrative Assistant records minutes, takes action on issues requiring follow-up and reports on the monitoring of newly implemented departmental processes, policies and procedures, ensuring that policies are being maintained and adhered to.  Additionally, the position tracks and monitors activities within the department on behalf of the Directors and/or Assistant Director(s), reports findings and recommends solutions to the senior management team as required. 

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for handling sensitive and confidential documents, including budget reports, departmental re-organizational structures, grievance hearings, disciplinary letters, performance and/or attendance management files, criminal/driver/police record checks (for staff and businesses and organizations), Human Resources related documents and Council reports.  The position coordinates a wide range of meetings on behalf of the Director, Assistant Directors, and the Business Services Manager, conducts background research, preliminary investigations and retrieves information on various staffing, administrative, regulatory and inter-governmental issues.   Additionally, the Administrative Assistant takes a lead role in the development and implementation of administrative type projects across the department such as establishing and setting up departmental databases and administrative policies and procedures.  Monitors department workflow and ensures adherence to relevant departmental and corporate policies and procedures.

Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships

• The position reports directly to the Business Services Manager of Development, Buildings and Licensing, but also provides support to the Director of Permitting Services, Chief Building Official, Chief Licensing Inspector, Director of Digital Services, and their teams.
• Organizes and provides administrative support to the Building Board of Appeal.
• Communicates with various City staff members, members of the development, building and business community and the external parties.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains the Directors’ calendars, plans, organizes and schedules priorities, appointments and internal and external meetings.  Coordinates group meetings, schedules attendees, drafts agendas and arranges for room and equipment procurement as required. Works with multiple, competing, and challenging priorities to organize appointments, proactively resolve conflicts, and ensure optimal use of Directors’ time.
• Advises the Director(s) and/or Assistant Director(s) on key issues and concerns regarding meetings, urgencies and other priorities.  Determines priority/urgency of issues and delegates requests as required.
• Drafts a variety of confidential departmental correspondence such as budgetary reports, briefing notes for Council, other department heads and/or general managers reports related to organizational re-structuring initiatives and minutes of meetings resulting from public meetings and appeal panels.  Many of these reports related to changes in methods and procedures of operations that may impact wage rates, working conditions, promotional opportunities or reductions, changes or increases in staff. Responds to complaints from the public related to staff performance.
• Drafts, edits, and formats sensitive and confidential departmental correspondence and creates and edits presentations, including PowerPoint.  Prepares, photocopies and distributes reports, presentations, correspondence and spreadsheets as required.
• Carries out preliminary investigations to gather information for the Director and/or Assistant Director(s).  Conducts preliminary interviews with the public filing complaints about employees and/or service delivery, carries out preliminary criminal record checks on bargaining unit staff with Police Departments and forwards as required.
• Develops, leads and implements a variety of departmental administrative quality control projects as assigned on behalf of the Director and/or Assistant Director(s).  Monitors records, identifies gaps in established policies and procedures and makes recommendations to address identified issues.
• Organizes materials for, participates in, and prepares minutes for various City committees /meetings, including the Community Services Department Head’s meetings and Departmental Manager Meetings. 
• Manages the Department’s flow of documents and inquiries.  Screens, reviews, edits and proofreads the Director’s correspondence, including e-mail, telephone calls, and voice mail. 
• Makes decisions in the absence of the Director(s) by determining if an issue needs to be forwarded to the GM, GM Executive Assistant, or may be dealt with by another senior leader.
• Researches, analyzes, summarizes, prepares and distributes a variety of reports, including budget reports, staff movement and turnover, statistics (permits, inspections, license applications etc.), presentations and spreadsheets for the Directors and/or Assistant Director(s) action.  Maintains active project files and handles confidential materials. 
• Reviews draft job descriptions and job evaluation requests for staff, ensures consistency with established departmental policies and procedures and communicates with bargaining unit staff and managers.  Reviews parking decal assignments for departmental staff to ensure applicability with corporate policies.
• Reviews administrative processes and/or statistical reports related to the quality and quantity of services to identify issues/trends.  Recommends solutions aimed at ensuring optimal efficiency within the department to address service delivery gaps for consideration by the Directors and/or Assistant Director(s).
• Screens  signing documents such as refunds for permit and license fees, staff travel/expense forms, DLC waiver forms, HR offer letters, and purchasing requests ensuring departmental procedures and policies have been met prior to the Director’s signature.
• Develops and maintains departmental filing systems, tracks and follows-up on correspondence and inquiries on a variety of administrative, financial and human resource issues, ensuring that responses to requests for information from the public, Mayor and Council, and other City departments are completed in a timely manner.
• Conducts background research and investigations on a variety of regulatory and inter-governmental type issues related to permitting, inspections, licensing, animal control and administrative type issues.  Researches and compiles alternate service delivery models, statistical information related to compliance rates and monitor inspection level activities within various inspection branches providing service to the public. 
• Leads, develops, implements and maintains a variety of departmental databases for employees on information such as technical and administrative policies and procedures and information related to the design and construction of buildings, business industries as well as other stakeholders and the general public.
• Provides back up coverage for the GM’s Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant III, and under exceptional circumstances, provides back up coverage for the Business Services Manager.
• Schedules and tracks annual performance reviews for Directors and electronically files their teams’ performance reviews.
• Create and submit Electronic Staff Actions Forms, Electronic Compensation Authorization Forms and SuccessFactors Job Requisitions.
• Monitors TFT roles and follows up with Managers regarding extensions.
• Monitors outstanding job requisitions to ensure timely posting. 
• Performs other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of grade 12 supplemented by courses in office administration
• Minimum of two to three years’ Executive Assistant experience, including experience working at the senior level handling sensitive and confidential information or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly developed customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide range of employees across the City, including the political level, the members of the public and external contacts; 
• Ability to exercise substantial discretion and deal with sensitive and confidential material in support of senior management, internal audit, and other sensitive areas of City business;
• Interpersonal skills to promote a supportive, respectful, and safe work environment;
• Ability to set priorities and meet goals in a timely manner;
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with a wide variety of internal and external contacts including comprehending and interpreting departmental rules and regulations;
• Ability to plan, organize and manage the work of a number of departmental staff while leading administrative type projects on behalf of the Business Services Manager, Directors and/or Assistant Director(s);Ability to record the minutes and report the proceedings of various departmental and committee meetings;
• Ability to be resourceful, flexible, adaptable and possess a high degree of common sense and initiative;
• Ability to research and gather information;
• Ability to make accurate complex arithmetical and statistical computations;
• Superior clerical, mathematical, and statistical aptitude and accuracy with skills at an advanced level using MS Office programs;
• Effective knowledge of correct punctuation, grammatical usage and a comprehensive vocabulary for preparation of business letters, reports and statements;
• Superior knowledge of departmental responsibilities as well as other departments within the City;
• Effective organizational skills to manage a changing workload, track and follow up/follow through on delayed assignments, projects and reports involving other departments;
• Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal supervision, prioritize work schedule, complete assigned duties within timelines;
• Independent judgement and action is exercised in complex and non-routine matters where decisions are made within the framework of established procedures; policy or unusual problems referred to the Directors.  An awareness of ongoing and sometimes sensitive issues and use of discretion in dealing with confidential matters is an essential component of this position.

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Development, Buildings & Licensing (1250) 

Affiliation: Exempt 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: November 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-030: $56,567 to $70,714 per year

Application Close: October 8, 2024

Main Purpose and Function
The Content Strategist, Digital Channels, plays an integral role in supporting the family of City websites, primarily vancouver.ca and associated digital applications.  Acting with minimal supervision to provide their strategic and technical judgement on complex initiatives with a digital component. This role supports business units in delivering a digital content strategy for highly visible projects, ensuring a consistent and high quality user experience across the public website. The role serves as a key project contact for various lines of business, building relationships within the business to achieve strategic digital communication objectives. 
 

The Content Strategist plans, designs and delivers a variety of web content assets (e.g. text, graphics and maps, video and audio, born digital materials and digitized items, application interfaces, etc.) on behalf of all departments, including materials of a  high priority and complex nature within the City’s content management system (CMS) to ensure they: provide a cohesive, task-oriented user experience across the City of Vancouver website; align to departmental and corporate business objectives, and enhance quality of web service interactions 

 
Specific Duties/Responsibilities

• Develops and implements Digital Content strategy for complex initiatives
• Recommends solutions and alternatives related to online functionality, usability, accessibility, content and presentation, which balances user needs and business drivers.
• Creates and documents site assets, including web page metadata tags (title, key words, and descriptions), maintain accessibility standards, content matrixes, etc. to ensure continuity in the overall maintenance of site assets.
• Provides web and content strategy and best practices counsel to internal and external contacts. 
• Communicates content, provided by City business units, from multiple angles: visually, textwise, and page wise within the vancouver.ca website.
• Manages the development and documentation of standard operating procedures to support the day-to-day needs of the site, working with site resources to ensure adherence to procedures, design and content standards (DSG and CSG), as well as accessibility standards, providing regular reviews and modifications where necessary.
• Contributes to ongoing assessment of processes and procedures and identify areas of concern and continual improvement
• Identifies opportunities for improvements to User Experience and ensure User Centric approach drives solutions to site interactivity
• Improves overall website performance (in terms of click through and conversion rates) by leveraging insights gathered from data, both qualitative and quantitative.
• Creates and maintains the standards and taxonomies for the website, recommending changes and improvements; and integrates information on the website from across all communication channels. 
• Identifies and implements audience-specific digital solutions across a variety of online platforms
• Supports and upholds internal Design Style Guide, User Experience Charter, and Accessibility standards when producing content and materials for web.
• Designs tools such as wireframes, prototypes, concept maps, mockups, user flows, and storyboards to support stakeholder buy-in, and provide clarity on the user journey
• Conducts formative and summative usability testing by reviewing content and ensuring it is presenting as expected, and contributes to ongoing assessments of processes and procedures and identifies areas of concern, and continual improvement
• Investigates, analyzes, and specifies digital product and service requirements to meet the business needs of clients.
• Researches and explores ideas by brainstorming, collecting and analyzing statistics, and sketching options.
• Advises stakeholders of the value of UX design principles.
• Presents and pitches content strategy, information architecture, user journey ideas to stakeholders.
• Supports software tool development when needed.
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Stakeholder Relations

• Establishes and maintains liaison with business units and other applicable internal and external contacts.
• Helps coordinate meetings and communicates with project stakeholders on content strategy related deliverables.
• Provides advice and assistance to users and senior staff regarding enhancements and functionality of various projects while promoting user centric thinking and approach to projects.
• Plans, organizes and participates in consultations with key stakeholders from multiple operational units, delivering strategic recommendations with confidence
• Other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements
Education and Experience:

• Certification or degree in Information Technology or a related field supplemented by courses in User Experience or Interactive Design and plus sound related experience in a web design/development/publishing environment including  or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience with digital content management systems; OpenText preferred. 
• Experience with interaction design methods, user experience process, usability best practices, and web accessibility standards
• Awareness and experience with common Project Management processes

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of relevant best practices, including user experience and search engine optimization; considerable knowledge of accessibility issues and guidelines
• Sound knowledge of UX wireframing/prototyping tools (i.e. Figma, Balsamiq)
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques related to web design and functionality.
• Strong writing skills, including writing in plain language, with experience in communications/marketing
• Strong problem-solving approach, and ability to understand content in the context of various business models; and the ability to synthesize complex or technical information to produce clear, concise and compelling content
• Ability to manage project timelines, manage resources and communicate with project stakeholders
• A good understanding of front-end design patterns and UI best practices as well as an ability to influence others in the adoption of best practices
• Constantly drive innovation by staying current with technology, trends, and new ideas for digital content production and process improvements
• Ability to recognize opportunities to improve business processes related to customer experience
• Ability to remain up-to-date on digital products and service opportunities, UX best practices, and UX solution options
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to internal and external parties
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate UX requirements with both internal and external development teams
• Ability to source and use industry best practices in UX, content strategy, and interface design
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative suite, SurveyGizmo (or other survey creation software) and knowledge of HTML and CSS is considered an advantage
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite
• Ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, on a standby rotation is preferred

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: IT, Digital Strategy & 311 (1070) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: November 2024 

Position End Date: June 2025 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-025: $43.78 to $51.7 per hour

Application Close: October 4, 2024

Main Purpose & Function 
Known as the “living room of the Downtown Eastside,” Carnegie Centre offers educational, recreational, cultural and social programming for the benefit of low income people of the Downtown Eastside.

Reporting to the Security Coordinator, the Security Attendant I is the public’s “first point of contact.” As part of the security team, the position supports Centre security and safety, and works to create a safe and welcoming environment for patrons and staff.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitoring entrances and facilitating access control of the facilities;
• Monitoring and upholding the Centre’s Code of Conduct and standards of behaviour are being observed;
• Making regular patrols of the building;
• Providing support in the event of an emergency including first aid and overdose response;
• Understanding the needs of and assisting patrons in a supportive manner by providing information and making referrals on the services and activities provided by the Centre and other community partners;
• Assisting with front desk clerical activities such as answering phones, distributing mail, simple data entry when needed;
• Communicating information to other staff by way of log entries, incident reports and emails;
• Communicating effectively using a two-way radio;
• Maintaining health and safety standards;
• Receiving routine deliveries;
• Ability to understand and uphold occupational health and safety policies and procedures, including specific policies related to COVID-19;
• Performing janitorial and other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Completion of Grade 10 (Grade 12 preferred);
• Knowledge of the Downtown Eastside community, local agencies, and services;
• Considerable knowledge of the Carnegie Community Centre’s rules, services and operations
• Experience working in a community, social service or health care environment would be an asset
• Occupational First Aid Level I certification would be an asset
• Fluency in a second language would be an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the Downtown Eastside, agencies, services and resources.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental illness, conflict resolution and violence prevention.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including writing incident reports.
• Proven ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to respond to incident using defusing and de-escalation techniques.
• Proven ability to respond to emergencies, travel long distances, and transport heavy items using moderate strength and agility.

Record Checks:

• A Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.

Business Unit/Department: Arts, Culture and Community Services (1200) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks 

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual 

Position Start Date: October, 2024 

No of positions avaliable: Multiple

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-013: $27.04 to $31.66 per hour

Application Close: October 4th, 2024

Main Purpose and Function
This Office Support Clerk III is responsible ensuring that time entry and HR action forms are accurate and align with CoV best practices and policies.  The OSCIII reviews and corrects time entry work of other clerical staff, providing training, guidance and trouble-shooting support as required.  Additionally, the OSCIII reviews, corrects, and tracks HR action forms, providing support and guidance to supervisors and managers throughout the process.  The OSCIII also performs time entry functions and provides general clerical support for the Park Board administrative office, including relief backup for other clerical staff as required. This role includes working with confidential information.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews and enters all payroll data bi-weekly for Beach Administration office, including CUPE 15, CUPE 1004 and Exempt staff.
• Confirms target hours for each employee, identifies missing or omitted information for management correction.
• Reviews and processes all corrections for time entry and activity allocation.
• Provides time entry guidance, trouble-shooting, training, and back-up for all sites within the Parks and Recreation Department.  
• Reviews, monitors and assists with employee quotas such as vacation and sick leave, provides information and policy/procedure guidance.
• Processes applications and administration of employee claims for WorkSafe BC, medium and long term disability (MTD & LTD), graduated return to work (GRTW).
• Reviews and processes applications and administration of employee benefits and new hires.
• Provides a primary point of contact for Corporate Payroll to troubleshoot time entry inconsistencies and inquires, and to clarify and correct payroll forms and documents.
• Provides recruitment, staff action form support and training for the Parks and Recreation department, including creating, correcting and tracking eSAFs and eCAFs where required.
• Receives payroll error reports and liaises with time entry clerks to resolve errors.
• Processes, maintains and monitors auxiliary/temporary employee hours and increments. Required to perform manual increment calculations.
• Assists Budget Analyst and HR with position control.
• Assists with new employee onboarding and orientation as requested, including preparing new employee orientation packages and ensuring organization charts and staff directories are updated.
• Creates, files and maintains accurate records of confidential personnel files for Parks & Recreation.
• Assists with identifying, documenting and implementing work process improvements, standardized forms and manuals.
• Tracks and enters training data and provides reports as required.
• Supports p-card reporting, reconciliation, and file management as required.
• Updates staff absence calendars when requested.
• Provides back-up reception duties to the Beach Administration office.
• Assists with meeting room set-up and clean-up as required.
• Takes minutes at staff meetings and prepares agendas as required.
• Performs other clerical duties/responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Education and Experience

• Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by courses in administration and/or job related courses together with sound related experience performing administration responsibilities related to and including time entry and benefits administration in a unionized environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  
• Completion of the CoV SAP Time Entry Course would be an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Sound knowledge and experience applicable to wage, salary, and time entry administration. 
• Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and math.
• Considerable knowledge of the applicable rules and regulations which govern departmental activities.
• Knowledge of office procedures and skill in the operation of office equipment. 
• Knowledge of the principles and practices for maintenance of office records and filing.
• Ability to understand and interpret oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand and apply the regulations of the collective agreements for CUPE 15 and CUPE 1004 and the policies for Exempt staff.
• Ability to successfully, effectively, and tactfully deal with staff in interpreting and explaining policies, rules, regulations and processes.
• Ability to use tact, discretion, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to take action in solving problems while exhibiting good judgement.
• Ability to make repetitive and arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy, and to adhere to rigid time schedules.
• Work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Possess good organizational skills. 
• Handle a varied workload in a busy environment with frequent interruptions 
• Ability to evaluate work methods and procedures and make recommendations for appropriate changes.
• Skill in typing (keyboarding) rapidly and accurately 
• Proficiency using business software (e.g. SAP, CACS, VanDocs) and MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Where operationally appropriate and subject to change, the City of Vancouver has a Flexible Work Program. This program allows staff to work remotely 1 – 4 days a week from locations that are a daily commutable distance from their work at a City worksite.  At this time this position is eligible to be part of the Flexible Work Program.

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 15 Parks 

Employment Type: Regular Full Time 

Position Start Date: November, 2024

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-015: $29.2 to $34.3 per hour

Application Close: October 1, 2024