Address
Form of workSPV 12R - Supervisor, Cannabis Operations
Position Classification
Supervisor R12
Union
GEU
Work Options
Location
Burnaby, BC V3J 1N3 CA
Coquitlam, BC V3K 7B9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
New Westminster, BC V3M 6H8 CA
Salary Range
$52,803.18 - $59,607.79 per annum
Close Date
3/8/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Liquor Distribution Branch
Ministry Branch / Division
BC Liquor Distribution Branch
Job Summary
Supervisor,Cannabis Operations
Supervisor R12
About the BCLDB:
The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores.
The LDB is committed to government's goals of making life better for people in B.C., improving services, and ensuring a sustainable province for future generations. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming. Learn more on the LDB careers page.
The LDB has been assigned to distribute, wholesale, and sell non-medicinal cannabis inclusive of a government owned online channel with a mandate to support government's key priorities of protecting public health and safety, promoting social responsibility, and eliminating the illicit market. Since 2018, the BC Cannabis Stores chain has grown to 39 locations across the province, providing an educational, safe, and socially responsible outlet for the BC public to engage with non-medical cannabis products. We distribute cannabis to all licensed retail locations across BC and work with licensed producers across Canada to provide a wide product assortment that is centrally distributed. Cannabis operations within the BCLDB includes the Distribution, Merchandising, Retail Operations, Supply Chain, and Marketing departments.
About this role:
The Supervisor, under the general supervision of the Store Manager/Assistant Store Manager, assists in all facets of the management of a major retail operation, by providing leadership and direction, controlling costs and maximizing revenue through the achievement of sales targets. Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service and education to the public.
The Supervisor is responsible for assisting in developing and implementing operational plans, developing annual store budgets and controlling employment costs. The Supervisor is expected to contribute to establishing and improving the Cannabis Store image through the implementation and maintenance of policies.
The Supervisor will assume management of the store in the Store Manager/Assistant's absence, including management of the store, and the maximization of revenue through merchandising and customer relations.
A criminal record check is required.
Successful completion of Selling it Right™ is required.
For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job description, also located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.
An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.
Position requirements:
Education and Experience:
- Secondary (high) school Diploma or equivalent certificate.
- One year of retail experience* with three months of supervisory experience** (including relief experience) in a retail sales environment in the last five years.
OR
- One year of supervisory experience** in a customer facing, service orientated environment.
*Retail experience involves provision of excellent customer service and a positive contribution to the presentation standards of the retail environment.
**Supervisory experience involves the supervision of staff and the management of assets.
Preference may be given to those candidates with the following:
- Experience working in a government or regulatory environment.
- Experience working in a unionized environment.
- Cannabis knowledge, demonstrated through experience in the cannabis industry or courses from an accredited post-secondary institution.
Application instructions:
To be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined in the position requirements section above. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies as outlined in the attached Job Description. Applicants must meet the requirements as described below to be considered:
- A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.
- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.
For specific position-related enquiries, please contact Doireann Melady at Doireann.Melady@bcldb.com.
Only applications submitted using the BC Public Service Recruitment System on this website will be accepted. For more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the attached Application Instructions or refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca before the stated closing time, and they will respond as soon as possible to assist you.
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, great learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development options. For more information, visit What the BC Public Service Offers .
Job Category
Administrative Services, Leadership and Management
