Clk St 12r

Posting Title- CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant- Position Classification- Clerk Stenographer R12- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $52,803.18 - $59,607.79 annually- Close Date- 8/16/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Attorney General- Ministry Branch / Division- BC Prosecution Service- Job Summary**Contribute to the administration of justice in a diverse legal environment by bringing your thoroughness, good judgement and initiative to this specialized role**

The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) promotes public safety, justice, and respect for the rule of law by making principled charge assessment decisions and conducting fair and effective prosecutions and appeals. In making its prosecutorial decisions, the BCPS acts independently of police and government.

Crown Counsel is entrusted with the prosecution of offences and appeals in British Columbia under the _Criminal Code_ of Canada, the Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial regulatory offences. Crown Counsel provide advice to government and police on criminal law matters and develop policies and procedures on issues relating to the prosecution of criminal offences in British Columbia. The responsibilities of Crown Counsel are defined in the _Crown Counsel Act_ and are guided by the policies of the BC Prosecution Service; Crown Counsel are ultimately accountable to the Assistant Deputy Attorney General (ADAG). Under the Act, the ADAG is head of the BC Prosecution Service and is responsible for the administration of the day-to-day operations of the prosecution service.

The Legal Assistant is responsible for providing support to Crown Counsel on prosecution case files in preparation for court proceedings. This position is responsible for performing a variety of legal services under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager. The work is carried out in a high-profile and fast-paced office in which flexibility, teamwork, tact, diplomacy, communication and organization are essential for the efficient, accurate, successful and timely completion of responsibilities.

The accountabilities of a Legal Assistant may vary depending upon the location (i.e. large urban office or smaller more remote office) as well as the specialized function of the Crown Counsel office (i.e. Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions - CASP).

**Job Requirements**:

- Secondary school 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:

- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate or equivalent.
- 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.

**About this Position**:
This position is based out of the location listed above.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

**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.

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

**Resume: YES - **Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

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

**Additional Information:.**
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
- Job Category- Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services