Admn o 18r

Posting Title - ADMN O 18R - Paralegal - Position Classification - Administrative Officer R18 - Union - GEU - Work Options - Hybrid - Location - Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary) - Salary Range - $64,123.59 - $72,674.35 annually - Close Date - 6/30/2025 - Job Type - Regular Full Time - Temporary End Date - 12/31/2025 - Ministry/Organization - BC Public Service -> Public Guardian and Trustee - Ministry Branch / Division - Child and Youth Services - Job Summary **The Team** The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) is here to help citizens who may be incapable, are under the age of 19 or who are deceased. The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) has the mandate to: - Protect the legal and financial interests of children under the age of 19 years - Protect the legal, financial, personal and health care interests of adults who need help with decision-making - Administer estates of deceased persons and missing persons The PGT is a corporation sole which is a legal structure with one person responsible for overall service delivery instead of a board of directors. That person is called the Public Guardian and Trustee. The PGT is independent of government when making decisions on behalf of clients. We are an inclusive organization that seeks to provide culturally safe and respectful services to each client. We are committed to creating a meaningful workplace culture that pursues truth and reconciliation. We put clients first when making decisions and act with the highest ethical, legal and personal standards. We value collaboration with clients, colleagues and partners and believe in the importance of relationships to achieve positive outcomes for clients. Within the PGT, the Child and Youth Services Division (CYS), protects the legal and financial interests of children and youth under many different provincial laws. CYS works on behalf of and directly with children and youth and also engages with parents, guardians and support networks. CYS provides services to children and youth under three main areas: trust services, property guardian services and protective legal reviews. **The Role** This role will provide legal reviews to protect the interests of minors and vulnerable adults and to provide support to PGT lawyers with large, complex, sensitive and, at times, high-profile client cases. **Qualifications**: **Education and Experience Requirements** - Secondary school graduation and completion of a recognized Paralegal Certificate or equivalent. - 5 years of experience working in a legal office environment with preferred experience working in a civil legal setting. **About this Position**: This is a temporary opportunity until 12/31/2025. This position may be extended or become permanent. An eligibility list may be established for future temporary and/or permanent vacancies. 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. With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career. Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer. **How to Apply**: **Cover Letter: NO** - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. **Resume: YES**: **Questionnaire: YES -** You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete. - Job Category - Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services