Legal Administrative Assistant

Department of Social Development; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation

Health and Dental Plan

Life Insurance

Public Service Pension Plan

Job summary

Department of Social Development in Saint John is recruiting a Legal Administrative Assistant for the Southwest Zone. The role involves liaising with Family Crown Counsel, preparing court documents and disclosures for child and adult protection cases, and drafting affidavits and notices for court proceedings.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED with relevant post-secondary education and at least five years of related work experience, including one year in a legal environment.

Qualifications

• Education and experience as described: high school/GED plus post-secondary program and extensive related work.
• Experience in a legal environment preferred.
• English written and spoken competence required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with Family Crown Counsel and prepare court documents.
• Disclose all child and adult protection files for court.
• Draft notices of applications and motions, affidavits, custody/guardianship agreements, and trial prep.

Skills

Written English

Client service orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED + 1-year post-secondary program + 5 years related work including 1 year in legal environment

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

LEGAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Department of Social Development

Administrative Services Level 4 (ASL 4) Open Competition

Southwest Zone- Saint John

Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB!

The Department of Social Development is seeking an individual to join the Southwest Zone as a Legal Administrative Assistant in the Saint John Office.

As a member of the Legal Administrative Services team, the successful candidate will be responsible for liaising with the Family Crown Counsel, preparation of court documents, and the disclosure of all child and adult protection files for court.

The preparation of court documents includes, but is not limited to, drafting notices of applications, notices of motions, drafting and editing of affidavits of evidence, custody and guardianship agreements, and preparation for trial including drafting and issuing summonses to witnesses.

As a Legal Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for arranging for service on respondents, meeting with witnesses to conduct secondary research for the purpose of drafting Affidavits, and subsequently commissioning Affidavits, in the office and in the community. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have:

• Work at this level requires education gained through high school or GED, supplemented by post-secondary education typically a one (1) year program plus a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience including one (1) year of directly related experience in a legal environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Legal Administrative Assistants are required to obtain their Commissioner of Oaths upon appointment.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume.

Nice to have:

• Two (2) years of directly related experience in a legal environment.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Client Service Orientation
• Concern for Order
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical Competencies:

• Ability to use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Written Communication

Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Wage: $53,638-$63,752 annually

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, and the New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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