Legal Administrative Assistant

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Job summary

The Ministry of the Attorney General is seeking a Legal Administrative Assistant for the Criminal Law Division in Thunder Bay, Ontario. You will support criminal prosecutions, manage files, prepare legal documents, and assist in court proceedings in person or virtually.

Mandatory requirements include fast typing, and advanced French language skills. The role emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Typing 50 words per minute and 70% spelling/grammar in testing.
• Advanced oral and written French language skills required.
• Knowledge of criminal statutes, court procedures and legal terms is expected.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage files, legal documents and correspondence.
• Maintain Ontario and Superior Court files.
• Liaise with justice partners and stakeholders on prosecution matters.
• Provide public inquiries support by phone, in person or in writing.
• Support legal staff in court, in person or virtually.

Skills

Typing 50 wpm

French (advanced)

Spelling & grammar accuracy 70%

Legal terminology

Job description

Apply By: Friday, November 13, 2026 11:59 pm EST

$28.14 - $32.82 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Join us in our mission to uphold justice and serve the public

Become a Legal Administrative Assistant with the Ministry of the Attorney General's Criminal Law Division and play a crucial role in the justice system. Your efforts will support criminal prosecutions and ensure the smooth operation of court activities, directly impacting the lives of Ontarians.

About the job

• prepare and manage files legal documents, and correspondence
• maintain Ontario and Superior Court files
• liaise with justice partners and stakeholders in other offices regarding prosecution matters
• provide support to the public by responding to inquiries by phone, in person or in writing
• provide support to legal staff in court, in person or virtually

Mandatory requirements

• You can type 50 words per minute and are able to achieve 70% in testing for spelling and grammar
• You must possess oral and written French language skills at the advanced level. Your proficiency level will be confirmed before hire.

Knowledge of legal procedures and terminology

You demonstrate:

• understanding of criminal statutes, rules, regulations, and policies
• familiarity with criminal prosecution programs and court procedures
• knowledge of legal terms to prepare documents and explain procedures

Communication and interpersonal skills

You can:

• use legal terminology to exchange information with justice partners and the public
• provide clear and articulate explanations of court procedures and legal terms verbally and in writing
• prepare legal documents and correspondence using correct terminology
• maintain professionalism in all interactions
• work independently and as part of a team

Organizational, judgment and analytical skills

You can:

• prioritize and manage workload to meet conflicting deadlines
• organize files and documents
• apply appropriate administrative procedures
• use tact and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information

Administrative skills

You can:

• update files and schedule meetings
• complete travel arrangements, order transcripts and translation within directive guidelines
• process expense documents
• identify administrative processes and use relevant templates
• apply records information management retention processes and schedules

Technical proficiency

You can:

• use general office equipment, computer software and applications to perform core administrative functions
• utilize Audio-Visual/ Information Technology (AV/IT) equipment and software for case presentation in and out of court

Who we are

The Ministry of the Attorney General is committed to a responsive, innovative justice system that upholds the Rule of Law. The Criminal Law Division, with approximately 2,200 staff (1,400 legal and 800 business professionals):

• Prosecutes offences under the Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and Provincial Offences Act.
• Conducts criminal appeals at all court levels.
• Provides specialized services (e.g., wiretaps, extraditions, search warrants).
• Advise police and government officials on criminal law.
• Sets prosecution policy across Ontario.
• Develops justice system efficiencies with stakeholders.
• Offers world-class education for prosecutors.

Additional information can be found here.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

You will be joining a prosecution team committed to professionalism, collaboration and innovation.

You will enjoy a friendly and cooperative work environment, on-the-job training and career growth opportunities.

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.

We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more

These roles come with a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that include:

• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)
• group health, dental, life and disability benefits
• a range of vacation and leave options
• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

Additional information:

• 1 Bilingual English/French Permanent, 125 Brodie St N, Thunder Bay, North Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, Intelligence, Local Police Databases Search, PIP/NICHE/RMS
• About security checks:A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
  If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
  Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.
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• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please ContactUs to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.