Clk St 12r

Posting Title- CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant- Position Classification- Clerk Stenographer R12- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Colwood, BC V9C 1R1 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
- Salary Range- $54,387.32 - $61,395.95 annually- Close Date- 11/21/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Attorney General- Ministry Branch / Division- BC Prosecution Service- Job Summary**The Team**

At the Victoria or Colwood Crown Counsel office, you’ll join an established team of professionals, including Legal Clerks, Legal Assistants, Senior Legal Analysts, and Paralegals. This close-knit group promotes public safety, justice, and respect for the rule of law through fair and effective prosecutions and appeals. The team’s strong communication and collaboration create a supportive environment where everyone works together to uphold these important values.

**The Role**

As a Legal Assistant, you will support Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files for court proceedings. Working under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager, you will perform a variety of legal services in a high-profile and fast-paced office. Your role requires flexibility, teamwork, tact, diplomacy, communication, and strong organizational skills to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely completion of responsibilities.

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**Qualifications**:
**Education and Experience 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 in an administrative role.

**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.

**About this Position**:
This is for one (1) permanent opportunity.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
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.
- Job Category- Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services