LGL CNSL 1/2 - Transportation and Land Unit Legal Counsel Level 1 or 2

Posting Title

LGL CNSL 1/2 - Transportation and Land Unit Legal Counsel Level 1 or 2

Position Classification

Legal Counsel Level 2

Union

N/A

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

LGL CNSL 1 - $96,233.25 - $124,644.76 annually LGL CNSL 2 - $132,933.85 - $172,397.83 annually

Close Date

5/2/2023

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division

Legal Services Branch / Transportation and Land Unit

Job Summary

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The Natural Resources, Transportation and Indigenous Legal Group, Transportation and Land Unit, is recruiting one regular, full time real property solicitor - specifically, a Legal Counsel 1 (up to five years of call), or a Legal Counsel 2 (six to 11 years of call) to provide legal advice and services to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI), and the BC Transportation Financing Authority (BCTFA).

This position will support MOTI’s ongoing mandate, with a focus on highway, transportation, and public infrastructure projects. These projects typically involve high-profile government commitments and private-sector involvement (planning and financing) on accelerated timelines.

This position will also provide legal advice and services to MOTI on land matters, including:

• developing and considering options for structuring, negotiating and drafting agreements for land transactions including acquisitions, expropriations (section 3 agreements), dispositions and land development, as well as in negotiating and drafting project agreements, s. 219 covenants, statutory rights of way, leases and licenses;
• registering plans establishing highways, as well as other types of land title plans;
• dealing with and advising on all manner of MOTI land-related issues;
• preparing and providing ongoing legal support for the use of standard MOTI legal documents; and
• reviewing historical land title and other legal documents to determine the legal status of highways.

The ideal candidate must be able to quickly identify, analyze and propose solutions to legal issues and provide practical advice on legal and transactional issues that arise in relation to advising MOTI, and the BCTFA. They must also have the ability to creatively and diplomatically manage multiple files with competing priorities, pressing deadlines and multiple stakeholders. Travel may be required.

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 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.

Job Requirements:

• Eligibility for Membership in the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Level dependent on years of call (up to five years of call for a Legal Counsel 1, and six to 11 years of call for Legal Counsel 2).
• Experience with government policy and operations is an asset.
• Very strong academic records, clerkships and relevant publications are assets.

Preference may be given to:

• Applicants with current experience with real property law, conveyancing and commercial transactions, including structuring and negotiation of and drafting agreements for land development projects.
• Applicants with current experience with land title practice requirements, especially in relation to the acquisition and disposition of lands for highway purposes and approvals of subdivision plans by approving officers.
• Applicants with current experience with local government law and environmental law.
• Applicants with current experience with relevant legislation, including the Land Title Act, the Land Act, the Expropriation Act, and the Transportation Act.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Ian.Wiebe@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

We currently have one regular, full time position.

An eligibility list may be established for future permanent and/or temporary Legal Counsel 1 or 2 vacancies arising in the Victoria office and may remain valid for a period not exceeding 18 months.

This position is excluded from union membership.

Flexible work options are available.

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, flexible working arrangements, 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: 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. Please indicate your year of call in your cover letter and outline how you meet the education and experience criteria.

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.

Online Questionnaire: YES -As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

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

Court and Judicial Services