Clk St 12r

Posting Title- CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant- Position Classification- Clerk Stenographer R12- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $52,803.18 - $59,607.79 annually- Close Date- 12/13/2023- 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 context in which the BC Prosecution Service delivers its mandate is complex and rapidly changing. The 2016 Supreme Court of Canada ruling R. v. Jordan imposed new presumptive time limits on criminal cases as a way of enforcing an accused person’s Charter right to trial within a reasonable time. In addition, the rapid uptake of technology by the public has resulted in exponential increases in criminal investigative material collected by police and other enforcement agencies. These legal and technological developments have heightened the sense of urgency for improving the disclosure process, which can significantly contribute to delay within the criminal justice system and increase workload pressures for police and prosecutors. Most importantly, if charges are stayed due to delay, this can potentially weaken society’s confidence in a well-functioning criminal justice system.

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.
- As a Legal Assistant you are responsible for providing support to Crown Counsel on prosecution case files in preparation for court proceedings. You are 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.**Job Requirements**:

- Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
- Successful completion of a recognized Legal Assistant certificate OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience working in a legal office.
- Experience working in a legal office.

**Preference may be given to applicants with the following**:

- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate.
- At least 1 year of recent experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
- Experience within the criminal justice sector.
- Experience working for the BC Prosecution Service.

Applicants external to the BC Prosecution Service will be considered based on equivalent education and experience.-
**About this Position**:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
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.

**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**:
**CRRA and Enhanced** - 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