Careers in the BC Public Service
Last updated on April 22, 2025Working in the BC Public Service is a rewarding way to engage in meaningful, innovative work driven by purpose and a responsibility to the people of British Columbia.
If you are interested in joining over 39,000 like-minded public servants, resources, support and outreach events are available to help guide you through the application process.
On this page
Career Conversation webinars
Join a Career Conversation webinar to learn valuable information about how to apply.
This one-hour webinar provides:
- Tips for navigating the application process
- Answers to your questions about applying for a job in the BC Public Service
Career Conversations are hosted on Microsoft Teams webinar. If you are new to using Teams or are joining the webinar from your phone, please review the resources below before the event.
BC Probation Service Career Conversation - April 30, 2025
BC Corrections Career Conversation - May 14, 2025
Subscribe to our e-newsletter
Our e-newsletter showcases the important work BC Public Service employees are doing to support communities across the province. Learn about the vital roles that will drive innovation and progress in the years ahead. Hear from current employees as they share their career journeys, what motivates them and how they've achieved success.
Outreach and information sessions
Whether you’re connecting with the BC Public Service at job fairs, attending in-person or virtual events or joining our interactive virtual career fairs, we’re here to help you find your path.
Upcoming events​
- Greater Victoria School District 61 Career Fair – Victoria, BC – April 24, 2025
- West Coast Virtual Fairs – Online – April 29 and April 30, 2025
- WorkBC New Westminster Information Session – New Westminster, BC – May 8, 2025
Interview preparation video tutorials
Our Interviews and assessments page has interview tips and videos to help you prepare for your interview.
These videos will also help you in your BC Public Service job search:
- Hiring Tips: Preparing for the Interview
- Hiring Tips: What to Expect at the Interview
- Hiring Tips: Sharing Your Experiences
- Hiring Tips: Closing the Interview
Additional resources for job seekers
- Job Seeker Quick Reference Guide (DOC, 1.5MB)
- Sample Resumes (DOC, 75KB)
- Sample Cover Letters (DOC, 70KB)
Why work for the BC Public Service
Comprehensive compensation and benefits
The BC Public Service offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- A competitive salary
- Extended health, dental and vision care coverage
- A pension
- BC student loan forgiveness
- Pacific Leaders scholarships for education
Great work-life balance
We support our employees to make sure they have the time for the things that are most important to them outside of work. We provide:
- Paid leave including vacation, parental leave, paid sick leave and more
- Flexible work schedules and telework options
Reconciliation, equity, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. This includes Indigenous Peoples, racialized communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
For more information on reconciliation, equity, diversity and inclusion please review the links below:
- Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service (available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants)
- Indigenous initiatives
- Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Resource Centre