CLK ST 11R - Legal Assistant - Jobs in Smithers, BC

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Legal AssistantClerk Stenographer R11There is currently one position available until March 31, 2022. This temporary opportunity may be extended. An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary opportunitiesOn October 5, 2021 the Provincial Government announced its intention to introduce requirements for the BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required by November 22, 2021. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found at: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/careers/about-the-bc-public-service/proof_of_vaccination_policy_faqs.pdf.Contribute to the administration of justice in a diverse legal environment by bringing your thoroughness, good judgement and initiative to this specialized roleThe BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) contributes to the protection of society by preparing for and conducting prosecutions diligently and fairly. The BCPS prosecutes offences under the Criminal Code of Canada, the Youth Criminal Justice Act and provincial statutes in the provincial, Supreme and Appeal Courts of British Columbia and in the Supreme Court of Canada. The BCPS provides legal advice to government and police on criminal law matters and develops policies and procedures on issues relating to the prosecution of criminal justice. The Assistant Deputy Attorney General (ADAG) is responsible for the administration of the BCPS, which is divided into the Office of the ADAG, Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions (CASP) and five regions which are headed by a Regional Crown Counsel.In this role, you will perform a variety of legal support services for Crown Counsel and the public for criminal justice files and performs redaction services (at the advanced level) for the purpose of disclosure to Defence Counsel. This position receives administrative supervision from the Legal Office Manager, District Administrator or Deputy Director, Regional Operations and reports to Crown Counsel for daily assignments and direction.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.The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For advice and guidance on applying and/or preparing for an interview for this opportunity, we invite applicants to connect with the Indigenous Applicant Advisor Amanda by email: IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or by phone: 778-698-1336.For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Carrie.Vilac@gov.bc.ca. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to create or update your profile and how to submit your application, please refer to the Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition.Job Requirements:In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

• Grade 12 graduation or equivalent; and
• Successful completion of a recognized legal assistant program or paralegal program; OR
• A combination of 4 years education, training, and administrative support/clerical experience.
• A minimum of 1 year of working in a legal environment, OR 6 months of experience with the BC Prosecution Service.

Preferences may be given to applicants with:

• Experience within the last 3 years working in a legal environment.
• Experience working as a legal assistant in the criminal law field and/or the Justice Sector.

Proviso

• Valid BC Driver’s License. Travel is a requirement of this position.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.Enhanced Security Screening will be required, which may include a Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check.APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:Cover letter required: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.Resume required: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.Questionnaire: YES (COMPREHENSIVE) - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete a comprehensive online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Please allot approximately 60 minutes to complete the questionnaire.IMPORTANT: Comprehensive questionnaire responses will be used to shortlist applicants against the job requirements. Please ensure you 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 your accountabilities and accomplishments.Quick Apply

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