CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant

British Columbia Public Service Careers; Port Alberni; Hybrid; CAD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

British Columbia Public Service Careers in Port Alberni, BC, seeks an administrative/legal assistant to support the Crown Counsel Office team. The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality and efficient document management within a public safety context.

The position is a temporary assignment with flexible work options; telework up to 2 days per week is possible under an approved agreement. A CRRA check and Enhanced Security Screening are required.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience working as an administrative or legal assistant in an office environment.
• Preference may be given to Administrative Assistant, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal certificate.
• Experience working within the criminal justice sector and BC Prosecution Service is a plus.

Skills

Administrative experience

Legal administrative support

Communication skills

Office software

Education

Secondary school graduation or equivalent

Administrative Assistant/Legal Assistant certificate

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Posting Title

Position Classification

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8Y9 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$57,699.62 - $65,135.07 annually

Close Date

10/30/2026

Job Type

Temporary Assignment (TA)

Temporary End Date

4/30/2028

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division

Region 1/ Port Alberni

Job Summary

The Team
At the Port Alberni Crown Counsel Office, you’ll join an established team of professionals, including Legal Clerks, Legal Assistants, Senior Legal Analysts, and Paralegals. This close-knit group promotes public safety, justice, and respect for the rule of law through fair and effective prosecutions and appeals. The team’s strong communication and collaboration create a supportive environment where everyone works together to uphold these important values.
The Role
At the Port Alberni Crown Counsel Office, you’ll join an established team of professionals, including Legal Clerks, Legal Assistants, Senior Legal Analysts, and Paralegals. This close-knit group promotes public safety, justice, and respect for the rule of law through fair and effective prosecutions and appeals. The team’s strong communication and collaboration create a supportive environment where everyone works together to uphold these important values.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Experience working as an administrative or legal assistant in an office environment.

Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:

• Successful completion of an Administrative Assistant, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal certificate.
• Experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
• One year or more experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
• Experience working within the criminal justice sector.
• Experience working in the BC Prosecution Service.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].
About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary vacancies.
There is a temporaryopportunity until April 30, 2028. This position may be extended.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
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Job Category

Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services