CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant

Government of British Columbia; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government office is seeking a Legal Assistant in Port Coquitlam. This full-time role involves supporting Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files and performing various legal services in a busy office environment. Qualifications include a secondary school diploma and relevant experience. Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills are essential. The position requires on-site work and is aimed at candidates with a legal background and administrative experience.

Qualifications

• Experience managing calendars and scheduling meetings.
• Experience typing, formatting, proofreading and editing documents.
• Administrative experience in a confidential capacity.

Responsibilities

• Support Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files.
• Perform legal services in a high-profile office.
• Collaborate closely with Crown Counsel and the Office Manager.

Skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Tact

Diplomacy

Strong organizational skills

Communication

Education

Secondary school graduation or equivalent

Legal Assistant certificate or equivalent

Job description

The Team

At the 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

As a Legal Assistant, you will support Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files for court proceedings. Working under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager, you will perform a variety of legal services in a high-profile and fast-paced office. Your role requires flexibility, teamwork, tact, diplomacy, communication, and strong organizational skills to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely completion of responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondaryschool graduation or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a recognized Legal Assistant certificate OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Administrative experience, including:
  • Office experience working in a confidential capacity;
  • Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings and making travel arrangements;
  • Experience typing, drafting, formatting, proofreading and editing a variety of documents;
  • Experience developing and maintaining administrative systems, procedures and standards.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate
• At least 1 year of administrative experience.
• At least 1 year of recent experience (within the last 3 years) working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
• Recent experience (within the last 3 years) working for the BC Prosecution Service.
• Experience working in the criminal justice sector.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

About this Position

This position can be based out of any of the location(s) listed above.

This position has full time on-site requirements.

An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent opportunities.

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

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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application; however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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