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2024 VFRS Firefighter Full-time Job
Public Service VancouverJob Details
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
2024 VFRS Firefighter
City Of Vancouver
VancouverPublic Service Full-time
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Project Manager Full-time Job
Administrative Jobs VancouverJob Details
As a CBRE Project Management Consultant, you will be responsible for providing consulting services to an assigned market or client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives.
This job is part of the Project Management function. They are responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion.
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with T&T PJM Canada Ltd, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
What You’ll Do:- Manage all areas of project management for singular real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, occupancy, and closeout.
- Work directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project. This includes the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
- Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
- Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.
- Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated.
- Direct the project delivery team by providing guidance and direction to achieve goals.
- Create action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances.
- Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
- Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams.
- Work within broad guidelines and policies.
- Explain difficult or sensitive information.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- LEED AP, PMP, and/or CCM designation(s) preferred.
- Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
- Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
- Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Project Manager
CBRE
VancouverAdministrative Jobs Full-time
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Civil Engineer I Full-time Job
Engineering VancouverJob Details
Main Purpose & Function
The Project Engineer assists with the preparation and implementation of asset management plans and initiatives for the potable water system.
The position reports to the Civil Engineer II and works closely with other branches within Engineering Services. Key external contacts this position liaises with are government agencies, third party utility companies, Metro Vancouver, residents and businesses.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Asset Planning and Investigation
- Assists in the development and implementation of asset management strategies informing capital replacement and maintenance programs and identifies investment priorities
- Responsible for tracking water system performance and emerging trends, including leveraging asset and maintenance management data with statistical and spatial analysis
- Coordinates condition assessments of water system assets, including drafting and administering external requests for consultant and contractor support
- Evaluates resourcing requirements to support asset management, operational, maintenance and asset renewal goals, and supports Operations staff to streamline work processes for both capital and maintenance work
- Supports continual refinement of data collection and analysis to leverage value from existing water system assets
- Creates business cases to evaluate investment strategies for Waterworks operations, maintenance and asset renewal programs based on asset management concepts such as Levels of Service, Risk and Criticality, Lifecycle Cost Optimization, etc.
- Researches, evaluates and recommends implementation of best practices for asset management of drinking water distribution systems
- Represents the City and liaises with internal branches, outside agencies, Metro Vancouver, and utility companies regarding infrastructure projects
- Responds to correspondence or inquiries from outside agencies, the public and other branches regarding water system operation
Other duties/responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with a Professional Engineer designation and minimum of four years’ related experience in municipal civil infrastructure design, construction and project management, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
- Registration or eligibility for registration as Professional Engineer in British Columbia
- Experience in designing water distribution infrastructure and underground utilities
- Experience in developing and managing budgets for infrastructure capital works
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge and application of engineering principles related to hydraulics, water resources, and industry best practices for water system operations
- Knowledge of infrastructure asset management principles
- Knowledge of Organizational Quality Management processes and frameworks
- Strong interpersonal, written communication and organizational skills, including excellent written and verbal communication and report writing
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently prioritize actions in response to numerous and diverse demands
- Ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships at all levels in the organization and external stakeholders
- Strong conflict resolution, mediation and negotiation skills
- Ability to provide guidance and direction to staff
- Ability to exercise diplomacy and tact
- Proficient in the use of computer design and modelling software such as InfoWater, ArcGIS and AutoCAD
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: Engineering Services (1300)
Affiliation: Exempt
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Position Start Date: March, 2025
Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-080: $97,032 to $121,294 per annum (PEng)/ Pay Grade RNG-060: $75,410 to $94,253 per annum (EIT)
Application Close: February 6, 2025
Civil Engineer I
City Of Vancouver
VancouverEngineering Full-time
97,032 - 121,294
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HVAC/Refrigeration Technician Full-time Job
Maintenance & Repair VancouverJob Details
The HVAC/Refrigeration Technician has experience and holds a valid Certificate of Qualification issued by the province in which the work is performed. The incumbent is responsible for operating facility systems, performing preventative and corrective maintenance, routine services on facility mechanical and other systems for the assigned facility within the limits of company policy and trade certification. The Technician is also responsible for performing work in accordance with established processes and practices and for complying with internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, security and fire protection.
Trades certification or license:
- HVAC/Refrigeration license is required
- Gasfitter I & II license is an asset
This is an on-site stationary position located in Downtown Vancouver near Grandville St & W Hastings St. This position is full-time Monday to Friday, with rotational emergency on-call.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Installation & Troubleshooting
- Installs air conditioning, heating, and related equipment and components.
- Overhauls and services air conditioning, heating units and systems.
- Repairs, replaces and adjusts worn or broken parts HVAC equipment.
- Repairs and adjusts valves, piping connections, fittings, and couplings.
- Diagnoses and troubleshoots problems with heating and air conditioning units and systems.
- Installs motors, thermostats, and humidistats.
Maintenance
- Performs work in accordance to established processes and practices.
- Complies with all internal and external requirements including but not limited to environmental, health and safety, fire protection.
- Responds to routine and on-demand service requests and performs preventative and corrective maintenance activities at assigned facility.
- Performs regular monitoring, inspection, preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure facility uptime and safety objectives are met, uninterrupted client operation and asset integrity of assigned facility is maintained.
- Monitors assigned facility by conducting facility walkthroughs, mechanical and electrical equipment and systems monitoring.
- Assists in the implementation of preventative maintenance (PM) program. Ensures that deficiencies are identified, recorded and escalated, and that related documentations are maintained.
- Maintains accurate inventory of all assigned tools/equipment and arranges for repair and replacement where required.
Client Relations
- Provides observations about facility, facility mechanical conditions and deficiencies and provides recommendations for enhancement and repair.
- Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
Administration
- Participates in and assists with facility-related projects.
- Ensures the manner in which work is performed is in compliance with corporate and legislated policies, procedures, practices and guidelines related to environmental, health and safety, fire protection and any other applicable requirements.
- Maintains all assigned tools and arranges for repair and replacement where required
- Submits all expenditures on a timely basis.
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- College Diploma/Certification required
- Experience required as a licensed HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
- Strong ability to adhere and to properly execute processes and practices relating to facility operations and maintenance
- Ability to maintain building mechanical and other system troubleshooting and resolution skills
- Current knowledge of fire, life, safety and building codes and standards and ability to research and apply related codes and standards
- Possesses a strong environmental, health and safety mindset. Ability to perform work in a safe manner
- Strong client-service orientation along with a high sense of urgency
- Effective communication skills for the purpose of data relay, exchange, feedback, and clarification
- Mentoring skills required to support lower level technicians development
- Must be able and willing to work shifts, be available for on-call/standby and emergency call-outs as they arise
- Must be willing to wear Personal Protective Equipment
- Must meet enhanced security clearance requirements
- Valid drivers’ license may be required
Trades certification or license:
- HVAC/Refrigeration license is required
- Gasfitter I & II license is an asset
This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $38.55 - $45.35 per hour. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.
HVAC/Refrigeration Technician
BGIS
VancouverMaintenance & Repair Full-time
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Workplace Ambassador II Full-time Job
Human Resources VancouverJob Details
The role of the Workplace Ambassador II will collaborate with various partners to ensure a high-quality seamless workplace experience is provided consistently for all employees. These partners include facilities and workplace experience teams, client employees, BGIS facilities and project teams, food service operators and fitness center operators. In this role, there is a unique opportunity to influence how employees work and directly impact their workday. You will work with a team of professionals delivering workplace services including hospitality, reception, event space coordination, space occupancy and mail/package deliveries. In this role, you will be empowered to make decisions that are aligned with the organization’s workplace standards to ensure that the space continues to meet the needs of all employees. This role will support the key differentiator of the organization – it’s people, by enabling a culture of high-performance teams.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support a core set of office services consistent throughout designated high occupancy buildings.
- Liaise with BMO as required
- Support LOB's in redirecting or escalating issues to appropriate teams.
- Collaborate on areas of opportunity for workplace efficiency and effectiveness.
- Coordinate with Mail / Courier support as required; receive packages and courier distribution
- Support Reception services (where applicable) for general building and shared conferencing floors
- Support LOB's with activities related to visitors and new hires, including how to effectively utilize services and amenities
- Observe, support and re-direct occupants, visitors and vendors where appropriate (Iron Mountain, day porter, FM services)
- Coordinate and validate Temporary Cards. WA may coordinate requests and roster distribution between LOB, Security and/or Landlords. Security/Badge Access for full-time and contract employees is the responsibility of the LOB's, including Onboarding/Offboarding requests and validating rosters.
- Support maintenance of the reservation system in collaboration with LOB and BMO
- Support LOB's with updating distribution, phone directories, floor plan information, wayfinding, regulatory posters and other general office information and communications.
- Organize and order supplies in shared spaces, conference rooms, enclaves, connection café’s, business centers and any open spaces not business specific. May include office supplies, kitchen supplies, cleaning kits, first aid kits (consumables), LOB retains responsibility for specific supplies not available for general use.
- Coffee Services; maintain supply in conjunction with coffee services vendor (where applicable)
- Manage office sundry equipment as required and/or available, including key maintenance, name plate printing
- Coordinate equipment maintenance in shared spaces, conference rooms, enclaves, connection café’s, business centers, quiet/wellness rooms and any shared spaces that are not business specific. Ensure they are appropriately set up and supplied. Perform rounds daily and escalate any functionality issues to appropriate partners. Personal equipment repair or servicing (laptop, desktop computer, mobile phone, dedicated printer) is the responsibility of the individual employee.
- Support technology in shared spaces and redirect employees for support where required.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- University degree with 1-3 years’ of job-related experience.
- Service oriented, able to be customer-facing and can-do attitude.
- Able to exercise sound judgement, make decisions, provide direction.
- Comfortable dealing with issues and people. Strong communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including MS suite of software.
- Self-starter, able to work independently as well as in a team.
- Pro-active, approachable, and solution-based.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Accuracy.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Strong organization skills.
This is a regular, full-time position with a base salary range of $43,931 - $54,914 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.
Workplace Ambassador II
BGIS
VancouverHuman Resources Full-time
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ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Support Assistant (16 month contract) Contract Job
Administrative Jobs VancouverJob Details
As an Administrative Support Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to one or more Advisors and their teams.
IS THIS ROLE RIGHT FOR YOU
In the role you will:
- Be responsible for onboarding new client relationships through digital account opening and documentation administration
- Process client requests, account transfers, deposits, withdrawals and payments, requests for tax receipts and account reporting
- Respond to client inquiries and issues in a timely manner and escalating , as required
DO YOU HAVE THE SKILLS
We would love to work with you if you have:
- Experience in the securities industry
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to take initiative, work independently and meet deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
- Exceptional client service skills
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
- At ScotiaMcLeod we help employees build their futures – where they can be themselves, and win together. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion and a performance-oriented culture that includes coaching, learning, and development – there are endless possibilities. At ScotiaMcLeod– you can make an impact. You help make the futures of our 25 million customers happen. You can find your future here.
- The opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization where you are surrounded by a collaborative team of innovative thinkers.
- An organization committed to making a difference in our communities– for you and our clients.
- An inclusive working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity and celebrates success.
- Learning and Development – free access to Scotia Academy to upskill and develop your skills.
ScotiaMcLeod Administrative Support Assistant (16 month contract)
Scotiabank
VancouverAdministrative Jobs Contract
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Journeyperson - Automotive Mechanic (Fleet and Manufacturing Services) Full-time Job
Maintenance & Repair VancouverJob Details
Main Purpose and Function
The Fleet & Manufacturing Services supports the City of Vancouver in being a service provider in all aspects of Fleet Management. The expertise and knowledge provided to internal and sometimes external clients by the Fleet& Manufacturing Services Branch includes: Engineering, Vehicle Procurement, heavy-duty/Commercial/Automotive Maintenance and Repair, Quick Service Repairs, Machining, Mill Work, Fabrication,Vehicle Outfitting, Carpentry, Body Shop Vehicle Repair and Painting, Product Inventory/Ordering, and Small Equipment Repair. The vehicle fleet includes but is not limited to: Police, Fire, City of Vancouver issued vehicles, Garbage and Recycling trucks. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenanceand repair of this extensive fleet of vehicles and equipment which has a replacement value of $175 million dollars.
This position currently works on a 9-day fortnight schedule. Successful candidates will work on the afternoon shift, from 3:10 pm to 12:34 am, Monday to Friday. Employees may be assigned to work alternative shifts and locations based on operational requirements.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Fleet servicing occurs primarily at the fully equipped Garage at Manitoba Yard which houses an employee base of approximately 150 employees from various Trades but also at several satellite facilities. As an Automotive Service Technician, you will work with members of the Fleet & Manufacturing Service team to ensure that quality andtimely work is performed to support and service our clients. A major part of this position will be to support the outfitting/up-fitting of new vehicles, including completing approved modification requests. Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge and experience in; the installation of components, reading and creating electrical schematics, ability to build, design and troubleshoot electrical systems, and any practical experience in building fleet vehicles to meet customer’s needs. The challenge this busy environment offers is in the variety of work, from small and heavy equipment to automobiles and light to heavy trucks, as well as Plant and Facilities maintenance, Manufacturing and Building maintenance.
The City of Vancouver supports continued education and development in areas of interest for all of its employees.Fleet & Manufacturing Services provides great opportunities for training including dealer training on newly purchased fleet equipment. We are always looking to provide employees with training to develop skills,knowledge, and abilities.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Automotive Service Technician Certificate of Qualifications (T.Q.), Inter-Provincial Red Seal Endorsement.
- Red Seal certification is preferred.
- Completion of Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the automotive and mechanical trade.
- Thorough knowledge of braking systems.
- Considerable knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions of the trade.
- Ability to perform a variety of complex skilled electrical and mechanical tasks in the overhaul, repair, maintenance and adjustment of motorcycles, automotive and marine electrical systems.
- Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions which may be accompanied by sketches and diagrams.
- Ability to interpret manufacturers' instructions and diagrams pertaining to equipment.
- Ability to requisition parts and materials.
- Ability to operate vehicles and heavy-duty equipment.
- Ability to plan, assign and supervise one or more subordinates.
- Ability to inspect and test City vehicles for road worthiness, following prescribed provincial standards.
- Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment employed in the trade.
- Agility, muscular coordination, and sufficient strength to permit the performance of heavy manual labour.
- Superior mechanical aptitude.
Driver’s License and Record Checks:
- A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record.
- No more than 2 infractions in 2 years or no more than 4 points in 2 consecutive years.
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 2 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year.
- Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
- Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
- Insurance and Claims History for the past 3 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services (1300)
Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Position Start Date: February, 2025
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-377: $48.76 per hour
Application Close: January 21, 2025
Journeyperson - Automotive Mechanic (Fleet and Manufacturing Services)
City Of Vancouver
VancouverMaintenance & Repair Full-time
48.76
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Administrative Assistant III Full-time Job
Administrative Jobs VancouverJob Details
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: February, 2025
Salary Information: Pay Grade RNG-030: $56,567 to $70,714 per year
Application Close: January 26, 2025
Administrative Assistant III
City Of Vancouver
VancouverAdministrative Jobs Full-time
56,567 - 70,714
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Driver - Stores Worker Full-time Job
Transportation & Logistics VancouverJob Details
Working as part of a team, the Driver - Stores Worker performs a variety of logistics functions at VFRS Stores and HUSAR warehouses, including making deliveries, operating a forklift, cycle counting, receiving and issuing materials, maintaining records, working with little direct supervision, and other duties as assigned.
Reporting to the Inventory Planner/Buyer II or Manager, Warehouse and Operations; works collaboratively with warehouse employees; frequently interacts with a wide range of internal City of Vancouver employees and external contacts.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Operates vehicles including all fire apparatus in accordance with delivery schedules and adheres to safe driving practices.
- Performs a variety of tasks related to materials management and logistics at VFRS Stores including sorting, storing, moving, counting inventory; receiving, selecting, measuring and issuing equipment and materials to customers; packing and labelling goods.
- Purchases materials from retail outlets as requested by customer using a p-card with a limit of $2000 per transaction;
- Performs warehouse maintenance functions, and checks equipment for condition or damage and recommends repair or replacement.
- Maintains inventory and delivery records; prepares simple reports; verifies the accuracy of data using enterprise software; and, exports data to other software packages for further analysis by Manager and Planner/Buyer II.
- Responsible for following safety procedures and identifying and correcting safety hazards as necessary.
- Other duties related to the work of the Branch, as required.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Completion of grade 12 or equivalency and sound related experience in the operation of a commercial vehicle and preferably some warehouse work, supplemented by clerical work, computer training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Class 3 B.C. Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
- Certification to operate forklift is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of established departmental procedures and processes.
- Thorough knowledge of the traffic rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a vehicle.
- Considerable knowledge of municipal streets and traffic routes.
- Ability to understand and effectively carry-out written and oral instructions.
- Some knowledge of warehouse methods, procedures and regulations.
- Ability to use relevant of computer programs including skill in the use of inventory management equipment and systems.
- Good working knowledge of relevant software e.g. SAP, FleetFocus M5, Excel, Word, Outlook, and other City of Vancouver software applications.
- Ability to work independently, maintain attention, juggle multiple priorities, and to work with and meet competing deadlines.
- Ability to maintain tools, equipment and the work area in a clean and orderly manner.
- Physical strength and agility, sufficient to meet the demands of the job: lifting, bending, reaching, and carrying, including moving heavy items and climbing stairs.
- Ability to work comfortably at heights.
- Must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, and be able to develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships with a variety of internal and external contacts.
- Proven ability to work as a member of a team, and a willing attitude.
- Knowledge and experience of Vancouver Fire & Rescue operations and products would be an asset.
Driver’s License and Record Checks:
- A valid Class 3 BC Driver's license with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
- The license must not include any restrictions that would affect the ability to legally and safely carry out job responsibilities.
- Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the department.
Drivers License and Record Checks
Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:
- Copy of your three-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 30 days of this posting
- Copy of your three-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 30 days of this posting
- If you have less than three years driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history
Business Unit/Department: Fire and Rescue Services (1600)
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual
Position Start Date: January 2025
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-016: $30.41 to $35.72 per hour
Application Close: January 19, 2025
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Overview
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Education
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Experience
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