BC Public Service Looking for PARLGL 18 + 10% – Paralegal at Victoria, BC Full Time

Up to 2 temporary opportunities available, both until January 31, 2023.

Permanent position(s) could result from these temporary appointments.

These positions are located in Victoria.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. 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 here.

Become part of a skilled team within the Ministry of Attorney General

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 (LSB) supports the Ministry in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB’s clients include all ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public agencies.

The Litigation Group is one of five groups within the Legal Services Branch. It is comprised of barristers, paralegals, and administrative professionals who conduct litigation and provide related advice on behalf of the Province. The Litigation Group appears on behalf of the Province at all levels of court and before certain administrative tribunals and is responsible for all aspects of the preparation and conduct of mediations, trials, and other hearings. It provides key advice to the Province relating to the settlement of disputes in accordance with statutory authorities.

The Paralegal position provides services within the Litigation Group on large, complex, sensitive, and high-profile cases, as well as in areas of high-volume litigation, which impact the delivery of Branch and Ministry objectives. These services include:

The management of case information including all elements of document management;

Legal research;

Drafting legal documents including affidavits, pleadings and bill of costs;

Managing witnesses, including experts;

Supporting legal counsel at all stages of litigation; and

Liaising with clients.

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 information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service – Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca)

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact [email protected]. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to [email protected], 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 Standard 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:

paralegal certificate, diploma or degree from a recognized institution, (candidates will be required to provide proof of completion of a paralegal certificate/diploma/degree or equivalent); OR

a Bachelor of Law Degree may be considered as an equivalent to a paralegal certificate.

Preference may be given to applicants with:
a minimum of 3 years of experience in a litigation environment;

experience in high-volume and/or complex litigation;

experience managing and coordinating document production and disclosure;

experience in drafting pleadings;

experience with the law of privilege and/or cabinet confidentiality;

experience preparing petitions and materials before administrative tribunals;

experience with the BC Supreme Court Civil Rules; and/or

experience with Summation Pro or Forensic Toolkit (FTK).

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.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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 (STANDARD): YES – You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.