Admn o 15r

Posting Title- ADMN O 15R - Legal Office Manager- Position Classification- Administrative Officer R15- Union- N/A- Work Options- Location- Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $57,296.54 - $64,805.30 annually- Close Date- 9/13/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Attorney General- Ministry Branch / Division- Legal Services Branch- Job Summary**Do you have excellent supervisory and administrative management skills**

The Attorney General is the legal advisor to the government of British Columbia and is charged with ensuring that the administration of public affairs is carried out in accordance with the law. The Ministry of Attorney General is structured to carry out this mandate under the direction of the Attorney General. Legal Services Branch (LSB) supports the Ministry in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB’s clients include all ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public agencies.

Legal Counsel in the Vancouver Group are responsible for appearing on behalf of the Attorney General of British Columbia and His Majesty the King in right of the Province of British Columbia before various levels of courts and administrative tribunals. Lawyers also provide opinions and legal advice with respect to Labour, Employment, Human Rights, Teacher Regulation, Private Training Institutions and Liquor Distribution matters.

The Legal Office Manager provides administrative support to the Vancouver Group which includes managing the day-to-day operations of the office, handling confidential human resource issues, and providing support on recruitment and staffing processes. The Legal Office Manager will also direct, supervise, train and mentor legal assistants and will ensure the full scope of legal support services are provided to the Vancouver Group. This may include providing legal support services to the Group’s Deputy Supervisors.

The Legal Office Manager will be required to perform the duties and responsibilities with minimum supervision, maintaining confidentiality and using discretion when addressing sensitive issues. A strong working knowledge of legal processes is also required, including an awareness of key Law Society Rules, such as solicitor/client privilege and conflicts.

**Job Requirements**:

- Secondary school graduation, plus a legal assistant certificate from a recognized institution, or equivalent knowledge and experience in a legal environment.
- Experience working in an office environment.
- Ability to problem solve, prioritize and multi-task.
- Experience working in a team setting.
- Management or supervisory experience.
- Experience working in a legal office environment.
- Experience working with government.

**About this Position**:
This position is based in Vancouver.
This is a permanent opportunity.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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**:
**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 be required to answer a standard questionnaire.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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