CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant (BC Public Service)

Jobinhalt

Posting Title

CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant

Position Classification

Clerk Stenographer R12

Union

N/A

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$52,803.18 - $59,607.79 annually

Close Date

12/28/2023

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division

Legal Services Branch (LSB) / Justice Health & Revenue (JHR)

Job Summary

Do you take initiative and work well in a team and independently? The Justice, Health, and Revenue Group (2022 Top Work Unit Award) seeks a Legal Assistant to join the Insolvency and Collections team.

The Justice, Health and Revenue Group (JHR) Subgroup B is seeking applicants for the role of Legal Assistant to work with the Insolvency and Collections team under the supervision of the Legal Office Manager. The successful applicant will be responsible for managing Supreme Court petitions and applications under the Court Order Enforcement Act, which will include filing and serving, working with process servers, correspondence with the client (Ministry of Finance) and opposing parties, and compiling records and material for hearings. They will also work with other staff providing support to the lawyers and paralegals who work on insolvency, collection, and foreclosure matters.

Job Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Enrollment in, or completion of, a Legal Office Administrative Assistant program from a recognized institution; OR,
• An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Equivalent education: Completion of an undergraduate degree
• Equivalent experience: At least 6 months working in a legal office setting.
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Suite and Adobe
• Experience managing a high volume of files and balancing deadlines, independently and in a team.
  

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Experience with Court Services Online (CSO) and BC Online.
• Experience with Legal Files: Legal Case Management Software.
• Experience with Personal Property Registry (PPR), Company Registry, or Land Title Office.
  
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact tara.macleod@gov.bc.ca .

About This Position

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

This position is excluded from union membership.

An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.

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.

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 guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer .

How To Apply

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

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.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca , before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

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 at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Category

Administrative Services

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