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EMPLOYER OF THE MONTH – NOVEMBER 2025

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

The Career Centre is an initiative of the Central Vancouver Island Job Opportunities Building Society (CVIJOBS), a non-profit organization supporting job seekers in District 69 since 1976. The organization’s core values include teamwork, professionalism, continuous learning and staff engagement. Our team demonstrates these values every day, and we are proud to contribute to the communities we serve.

How many employees do you have?

We have an amazing team made up of 16 (full and part time) employees.

What do you look for in a new employee?

An individual who is positive, motivated and passionate about supporting job seekers in reaching their employment goals. We look for someone who is able to work independently, yet be part of a team and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Strong computer skills are required for all positions. We value candidates with experience and education in areas related to human services and for some positions, career counselling and administration.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?

Yes! We are currently seeking the right individual for a key role in our organization – a Manager of Marketing & Operations to join our Team.

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Do your research – check out our website, perhaps pop into the Career Centre Resource Room and become familiar with our work culture and the services we provide. Mid summer we moved into a brand new beautiful, fully accessible location, so this is a great opportunity to pop in and see where you could potentially work!

To support employment equity and diversity in the workplace, we welcome applications from all groups. This includes women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (2SLGBTQA+), and others who may contribute to diversity in our workplace.

What is the best way for someone to apply if interested in working for your organization?

Please apply as indicated on the job posting listed on our website.

Come work for us in a warm, friendly, fully accessible and collaborative working environment with competitive remuneration and benefits. Help us create positive experiences encouraging clients and colleagues to learn, grow and succeed!

EMPLOYER OF THE MONTH – JANUARY 2024

Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?

The BC RCMP 9-1-1 Police Dispatch Centre Courtenay is a closely connected team of supportive individuals who are passionate about their career and who have a common purpose to help and protect others. We are proud to be part of a caring culture where our co-workers become our second family and our strong teamwork builds a positive work environment.

How many employees do you have?

Approximately 60

What do you look for in a new employee?

We are looking for someone with a strong desire to make a difference in the community and the opportunity to help people in need excites and motivates you. You possess a high level of accountability and commitment, and your ability to complete multiple tasks under pressure is reflective of your capacity to be a quick thinker. You are known for your great communication skills and can quickly summarize what you hear. You thrive in a fast pace environment. You are able to demonstrate self-control and composure during high pressure moments.

You have a thirst to learn and seek out opportunities to learn in an interactive environment. You are proficient in using a computer and you have accurate and fast typing skill (minimum of 40WPM with 95% accuracy).

Must Have skills

  • Canadian Citizenship or permanent resident status in Canada
  • Resided (been physically present) in Canada for the last 5 years. (Applicants may be considered if they have 4 years of residency.)
  • You have a Canadian high school diploma or or a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma.
  • You are proficient in English

What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?

Visit our website www.bcrcmp911.ca and register to attend one of our Career Presentations to learn about the position and the hiring process.  It is also good to know what your typing speed is and practice before hand if below 40WPM as one of the first steps includes the typing test.

Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so, for what types of positions?

Yes, we are hiring for 9-1-1 Police Dispatchers. Dispatchers answer emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and we dispatch our police officers to the scene.

What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?

Step 1: Attend a Career Presentation where you will have the opportunity to hear first-hand from our Recruiters about the exciting and rewarding career of a 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher.

Step 2: Submit an Application Package. If your work experience and qualifications meet the requirements for the 9-1-1 Police Dispatcher position, you will be invited to participate in the next stage of the Application Process. The timeframe to receive a notification is approximately 2-4 weeks.

 

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Career Centre

#3 - 187 Bagshaw Street
Parksville, BC V9P 0J3
Tel. 250.248.3205
Fax. 250.248.4154

Hours
Mon-Tues 8:30am-4:30pm
Wed 8:30am-6:00pm
Thurs-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

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#3 - 187 Bagshaw Street
Parksville, BC V9P 0J3
Tel. 250.248.3205
Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri: 8:30am-4:30pm; Wed: 8:3am-6:00pm

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