Clk St 12r

Posting Title- CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant- Position Classification- Clerk Stenographer R12- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Duncan, BC V9L 6B1 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- $52,803.18 - $59,607.79 annually- Close Date- 9/7/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- 4/25/2025- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Attorney General- Ministry Branch / Division- BC Prosecution Service- Job Summary**Use your outstanding administrative skills to contribute to the legal protection of British Columbians**

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.

Legal Assistants are 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).

For more information please watch this video: NOW HIRING: Legal Administrative Professional Roles at BC Prosecution Service

**Job Requirements**:

- Secondary school graduation or equivalent and successful completion of a recognized Legal Assistant certificate; OR
- An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
- Experience working in an administrative environment.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

- Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate.
- Recent experience (within the last five years) as an administrative or legal assistant in a legal office.
- Experience within the criminal justice sector.
- Experience working for the BC Prosecution Service.

**About this Position**:
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is based in Duncan.
Two temporary positions available. One temporary position until April 25, 2025 and the other temporary position until June 28, 2024.
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.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more

**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 standard questionnaire (current employme