CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant

The Team
Joining a core group of Assistant Deputy Attorney General (ADAG) Executive Support Staff, you'll be part of a close-knit team including the ADAG, Chief of Legal Strategy, Chief of Legal Operations, Deputy Supervisor, and Legal Counsel. Our collaborative group ensures efficient and effective service delivery for the Legal Services Branch.

The Role
The Legal Assistant (LA) provides high level legal and administrative support to the Office of the ADAG, including case file management, legal document preparation, research, scheduling. The LA supports the work involving a variety of legal and policy issues, contributing directly to the quality and effectiveness of legal services delivered to government ministries, crown corporations, cabinet, and the Office of the Premier, among others. In this role, you’ll assist with critical tasks, support executive decision-making, and gain a "bird's eye" view of the fascinating legal and policy matters handled on a daily basis. The team provides comprehensive training and is supportive of ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 graduation, or equivalent.
• Completion of a Legal Assistant Certificate (or equivalent).
• One (1) year of experience working in a Legal Office environment.
• A combination of related education and experience may be considered

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Two (2) years or more of experience working in a Legal Office environment.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Grace.Mckenzie@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work 2 or more days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

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How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

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 employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.