Legal Assistant

4 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

**Job Information**

Job Requisition ID: 53132
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 27, 2024
Classification: Legal Administration 2

**Salary**: ($2,073.50 to $ 2,549.41) bi-weekly ($54,118 to $66,539 per year)

The Ministry of Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. To follow this link find out more about our department

The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons charged with Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial statute offences. The ACPS promotes safe communities by vigorously prosecuting cases involving serious and violent crime, working with individuals and organizations in the community to identify and implement improved and alternative approaches to the administration of criminal justice. In addition, the ACPS develops criminal law policy for the province and supports criminal law consultation with other levels of government.

Information regarding the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) can be found by visiting our website at:
**Role Responsibilities**:
Are you looking for a great opportunity to provide legal and administrative support for the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment? The Appeals and Specialized Prosecutions Office (ASO) of the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) has a few opportunities for Temporary Legal Assistant positions in their Appeals Office and in the Specialized Prosecutions Office in Edmonton.
- Facilitate pre-charge consultation and/or contact with stakeholders.
- Manage witnesses, travel arrangements, including scheduling interviews, explaining the criminal process, answering and/or resolving questions and concerns.
- Liaise with external and internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate handling of criminal files.
- Manage, organize and maintain Crown files.
- Maintain Crown Prosecutor diaries and diarization system through Outlook.
- Vet, track and maintain disclosure/ using Law Prediscovery program.
- Prepare court brief (trial books), Exhibit Books and Extracts of Key Evidence.
- Prepare and process documentation required for search warrant extensions.
- Prepare and file complex legal documentation such as Notices of Appeal, Notices of Motion, Orders and a wide variety of other court documents.
- Respond to and follow up enquiries from the public, defense counsel and the accused.
- Participate in legal research activities at the direction of Crown Prosecutors.
- Utilize the Justice Online Information Network (JOIN) and the Prosecutor Information System Manager (PRISM) to verify charges, court dates, assigned prosecutor, locations and subpoena witnesses.
- Create and complete all forms of correspondence.
- Perform specialized ad hoc administrative tasks as assigned
- Cover reception duties
- Assist other Legal Assistants as required
- A comprehensive understanding of the Justice system and processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work with stakeholders in a professional manner.
- The ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize work and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of people
- Strong working knowledge of office procedures and computer programs such as the Justice Online Information Network (JOIN), PRISM, Microsoft Office, Database programs and Adobe Pro.

**Qualifications**:
Two-year diploma in a related field such as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Criminology, plus a minimum of one year progressively responsible related experience working in a legal administrative role within an office setting.

**Equivalencies considered**:
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience 1 year of experience for 1 year of education**Required**
- Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint,Outlook and Adobe). Experience working in a legal administrative role within an office environment**Assets**
- Experience working with ,JOIN, PRISM, Criminal eFile.
- Experience in a legal environment specializing in Criminal law is preferred.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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**Notes**:
This opportunity is located in Edmonton



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