Paralegal - Paralegal

Posting Title - PARALEGAL - Paralegal - Position Classification - Paralegal R18+10% - Union - N/A - Work Options - Location - Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary) - Salary Range - $74,601.83 - $79,941.79 annually - Close Date - 1/19/2025 - Job Type - Regular Full Time - Temporary End Date - Ministry/Organization - BC Public Service -> Attorney General - Ministry Branch / Division - Legal Services Branch / NATRIL Group, Indigenous Legal Relations, Barrister Unit - Job Summary **The Team** The Natural Resources, Transportation, and Indigenous Legal Group (NATRIL), Legal Services Branch, Ministry of Attorney General, is an established team of around 150 professionals. Within NATRIL, there is one unit dedicated to historical research, and four units dedicated to unique areas of law that involve both solicitor work, as well as civil litigation. 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, and Legal Services Branch supports the Ministry in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. Legal Services Branch provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. Legal Services Branch’s clients include all Ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public agencies. **The Role** Are you an experienced paralegal? Are you seeking an opportunity that will allow you to advance in your career path? If so, this is the perfect opportunity to utilize your strong paralegal skills, and to advance your career within the BC Public Service The Natural Resources, Transportation and Indigenous Legal Group, Indigenous Legal Relations, Barrister Unit, Legal Services Branch, Ministry of Attorney General, is recruiting a skilled and knowledgeable paralegal for a regular, full-time position. If you have current experience working as a paralegal in civil litigation in a Canadian jurisdiction, we want to hear from you Within Legal Services Branch, the Natural Resources, Transportation and Indigenous Legal Group - Indigenous Legal Relations, Barrister Unit, is responsible for responding to litigation involving claims related to Aboriginal and treaty rights as described in s. 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982. You can expect in the Indigenous Legal Relations, Barrister Unit, a supportive, friendly and inclusive workplace culture where teamwork and respect are top priorities, and a workplace that is fully accessible. If you are an efficient and confident individual, with strong interpersonal skills, and a self-starter with a mature work ethic, we are looking for you **QUALIFICATIONS** **Education and Experience Requirements** Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following - Applicants who have experience working in a legal environment. Applicants with at least four (4) years of current* BC civil litigation experience.(*Current experience is defined as within the last four (4) years.) - Applicants with Aboriginal litigation experience. - Applicants with experience with legal software programs. - Preference may be given to applicants who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience. **About this Position**: We currently have one regular, full-time position. This position is excluded from union membership. 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. **What do we have to offer?** Regular, Full-Time Employees and Benefits: - Paid vacation (20 working days to start). - Leave for personal matters (family illness, weddings, birth or adoption, funeral leave, cultural leave for Indigenous employees, household emergencies and moving, etc.). - Extended health and dental care, pension plan and life insurance. Pacific Leaders scholarships for public servants, as well as for children of public servants.Other: - Employee assistance program available 24/7. - Internal corporate learning and education available to all BC Public Service employees. Accessible worksite, BC Transit ProPASS available for purchase through payroll deductions, and the worksite is near a city parkade.Onsite Complementary Amenities: - Two secure bike rooms, small workout room, shower rooms and lockers. The capital of British Columbia, Victoria, is a beautiful city with stunning beaches and harbours, and a variety of Provincial parks to explore. Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria offers a bustling downtown scene and has a wide range of restaurants and entertainment venues to choose from. **Working for the BC Public Service**: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diver