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Translation – Explanation and Caution

The electronic translation service on the City of Surrey’s web site is hosted by Google Translate. The quality of the translation may vary in some of the languages offered by Google. The goal of the basic translation is to capture the general intention of the original English material.

Google Translate is a free service and currently offers translation in over 50 languages. Unfortunately, not all the languages spoken in the City of Surrey are translated. Punjabi is one of the languages not currently offered, and to remedy the situation, the City has been in contact with Google and they have committed to making Punjabi available in the future.

The City of Surrey cannot guarantee the quality, accuracy, or completeness of any translated information. Before you act on translated information, the City encourages you to confirm any facts that are important to you and the decisions you make.

The City of Surrey offers interpretation services at all its facilities. If you have a question about the material you read on our web site, we encourage you to stop by a City facilities to discuss it. You can also contact the City at (604) 591-4011 to receive interpretation support.

The City is committed to enhancing the accessibility of its web site to all its citizens, and appreciates any feedback that it receives.

Chinese, Korean, Punjabi, Tagalog, Hindi

Employment (FAQs)

How long are applications or resumes kept on file?

Applications are retained in our applicant tracking system for a period of one year from date of submission.

How do I apply for more than one job posting?

You only need one resume in our database system in order to be considered for all opportunities. You are encouraged to visit our website regularly to check for opportunities that are posted that may be of interest to you. If we are unable to find a suitable applicant from those candidates who directly respond to the job posting(s), our next sourcing step is to scan the entire database.

Should I complete the Online Application form?

Yes. Candidates are encouraged to register with a valid email and password to upload a resume and apply online.

Why isn’t there a closing date on job postings?

The City of Surrey’s focus is on finding a suitable candidate for our positions. We leave our job postings up on our website until we are confident we have a suitable candidate.

 How are applications assessed?

All applicants are assessed relative to the qualifications listed on the job posting. Only those applicants who meet the stated qualifications are eligible for further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications of the posting does not automatically indicate that you will be short-listed for the position posted, as all applicants are assessed on a competitive basis.

How do I apply to become a Career Firefighter?

We only accept Career Firefighter applications when we have a Career Firefighter position posted on the Career Opportunities page of our website. When a Career Firefighter position is posted, we strongly recommend that you apply online.

What qualifications do I need to become a Career Firefighter?

  • Completion of a NFPA 1001 Level 2 Pre-employment Fire Program, which can be taken at the Justice Institute of BC, Alberta Fire Academy, Texas Fire Academy or Arkansas.
  • First Responder Level 3 certification from the Justice Institute of British Columbia.
  • Completion of 30 credits in a related field (equivalent of one year of full-time studies) from an accredited post-secondary institution, or two years of a related trades program.
  • Class 3 driver’s license with Air and a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour.
  • More than six points in the last three years is considered excessive.

Completion of a NFPA 1001 Level 2 Pre-employment Fire Program, which can be taken at the Justice Institute of BC, Alberta Fire Academy, Texas Fire Academy or Arkansas.

How do I apply to become a Volunteer Firefighter?

We accept Volunteer Firefighter applications year round. You may apply online on the Career Opportunities page of the website under Hiring Centre. Select Volunteer Firefighter from the Career Category list and complete the online application.

What jobs are available for students at the City of Surrey?

The City of Surrey provides opportunities for students during the months of May through August. To be considered for employment, you must be currently enrolled in secondary school, college or university on a full-time basis and returning to full-time studies in the next school term. Under the student-hiring program, Human Resources Development Canada considers sponsorship of students between the ages of 15 and 30 years old. Watch for our summer student job postings in early December.

Does the City of Surrey require potential employees to go through a criminal background check?

Yes, many positions at the City of Surrey require criminal record checks.  See the job posting for details.

Is the City of Surrey an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, applicants considered for employment with the City of Surrey are selected on the basis of knowledge, ability and skills related to the position. The City of Surrey is a multicultural community with a diverse workforce.

 

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