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Form of workPARALGL 18 - Paralegal (Growth)
Position Classification
Paralegal R18
Union
GEU
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
Growth Level 1 - $58,895.55 to Growth Level 4 - $64,021.32; Full Working Level: $65,844.70 - $70,557.73 annually
Close Date
3/12/2024
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Attorney General
Ministry Branch / Division
BC Prosecution Service/Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions
Job Summary
Apply your expertise and passion to this rewarding career opportunity at Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions (CASP)!
CASP is a division of the BC Prosecution Service (BCPS). The BC Prosecution Service (BCPS) helps protect society by independently, effectively, and fairly conducting prosecutions and appeals at all levels of court. With approximately 550 Crown Counsel throughout British Columbia, the BCPS is divided into CASP, Headquarters, and five regions - North, Interior, Fraser, Vancouver, and Vancouver Island-Powell River.
Criminal Appeals and Special Prosecutions (CASP) is responsible for the following areas of practice:
(1) All indictable criminal appeals undertaken to the Court of Appeal for British Columbia and the Supreme Court of Canada, [Criminal Appeals Section];
(2) Prosecutions involving commercial crime, allegations against police, and regulatory offences including environmental and workplace injury and fatality related prosecutions [Commercial, Police, & Regulatory Prosecution Section];
(3) Organized and major crime prosecutions;
(4) Providing prosecutorial litigation support to other prosecution offices within the BCPS in respect of constitutional challenges that arise in the trial courts [Prosecution Support Unit];
(5) The delivery of legal resources and learning and development opportunities for the BCPS;
(6) CASP is also responsible for coordinating French and bilingual prosecutions.
The Paralegal position provides services to Crown Counsel within the BCPS on large, complex, sensitive, high-profile cases which impact the delivery of Branch and Ministry objectives. These services include: the management of case information/disclosure/redaction/witnesses; preliminary case-related research and analysis, including noting up of cases, assessing and summarizing material; the coordination of communication flow among parties involved in a case; training in case-related procedures and technology; and BCPS project planning and implementation.
A BCPS Paralegal has an understanding of substantive and procedural law, uses analytical skills and originates his or her own work.This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Paralegal who enjoys the challenge of a high-profile, high-volume work environment
Find out more about our organization by viewing the video at this link: NOW HIRING: Legal Administrative Professional Roles at BC Prosecution Service
Job Requirements:
Level 1-2 (Paralegal 14-15):
• Three years of experience working in a legal office environment or equivalent.
• One year of post-secondary education (with an academic focus) in a related field.
• Preference may be given to those currently enrolled in the Paralegal Citation Program, Paralegal Certificate Program, Paralegal Diploma Program, or Paralegal Degree Program.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Paralegal Citation, Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Diploma, or Paralegal Degree.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience working as a Legal Assistant, Senior Legal Analyst, or Paralegal in the area of criminal law or a criminal justice setting.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the BC Prosecution Service.
• Preference may be given to those with experience in Ringtail and/or with Ledger-based files.
Level 3-4 (Paralegal 16-17):
• Four years of experience working in a legal office environment or equivalent.
• Completion of one year of the Paralegal Citation Program, Paralegal Certificate Program, Paralegal Diploma Program, or Paralegal Degree Program.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Paralegal Citation, Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Diploma, or Paralegal Degree.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience working as a Legal Assistant, Senior Legal Analyst or Paralegal in the area of criminal law or a criminal justice setting.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the BC Prosecution Service.
• Preference may be given to those with experience in Ringtail and/or with Ledger-based files.
Full Working Level (Paralegal 18):
• Secondary school graduation and completion of a recognized Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Diploma, Paralegal Citation or Paralegal Degree.
• Five years of experience working in a legal office environment.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience working as a Legal Assistant, Senior Legal Analyst, or Paralegal in the area of criminal law or a criminal justice setting.
• Preference may be given to applicants with experience in the BC Prosecution Service.
• Preference may be given to those with experience in Ringtail and/or with Ledger-based files.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Randeep.Cheema@gov.bc.ca .
About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is based out of the location listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 3 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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. We welcome and encourage applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, and others who may contribute to diversity in the BC Public Service. 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.
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 - 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 basic 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:
Enhanced Security Screening 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
