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Legal Assistant Clerk Stenographer 11 This posting is for a temporary opportunity until approximately March 2021. An eligibility list may be established. Contribute to the administration of justice in a diverse legal environment by bringing your thoroughness, good judgement and initiative to this specialized role BC Prosecution Service contributes to the protection of society by preparing for and conducting prosecutions diligently and fairly. The Branch 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 BC Prosecution Service 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. As a Legal Assistant, you provide a variety of legal support services to Crown Counsel. You are responsible for providing witness management functions and financial functions. The Legal Assistant 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. Your ability to deal with issues of a sensitive and confidential nature with tact, diplomacy and good judgement will prepare you to work effectively in a demanding environment where criminal cases are managed. You are well versed in legal terminology, an accurate and efficient information recorder and researcher and adept at handling inquiries from a variety of persons, including those that are possibly irate or resistant. Working with limited direction, you exhibit exceptional organizational, verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with key stakeholders. If you are seeking to gain valuable experience to advance your administrative career in a dynamic environment, we look forward to your application. 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. For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Stacey.Allan@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; One year of experience working in a legal office. Preferences may be given to: Those with experience within the last two years working in a legal office. Those with experience working as a legal assistant in the criminal law field and/or the Justice Sector. 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: 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 (BASIC): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Toronto, ON   Temporary   If you have a positive, pro-active work ethic and are known for your attention to detail and strength in organizing, then consider this excellent opportunity in court administration with the Ministry of the Attorney General to provide judicial secretarial services to the Superior Court of Justice or Ontario Court of Justice. What can I expect to do in this role? You will: type and transcribe (from handwritten notes) correspondence, judgements and legal documents edit and compose correspondence provide reception services and arrange appointments maintain and manage judges' calendars and schedules, and arrange for travel process invoices and travel claims, maintain expense accounts provide support to judges on committees process mail, maintain filing system and access information on databases How do I qualify? Mandatory: You have typing skills to 50 words per minute (You will be tested during the interview assessment phase) Communication Skills: You have: written communication skills to compose correspondence and transcribe judgements oral communication skills to communicate with the judiciary in order to discuss court schedules and respond to inquiries the ability to receive and screen telephone calls and visitors using tact and discretion interpersonal skills to deal with confidential and sensitive information and can deal effectively and tactfully various stakeholders (e.g. the judiciary, the legal profession, staff members and the public). Technical Knowledge and Experience: You have: demonstrated legal secretarial and administrative experience knowledge of legal office systems, financial processes and court systems the ability to work within court procedures including knowledge of legal terminology and documents Judgement, Organizational and Analytical Skills: you have proven organizational skills and ability to work independently you can prioritize, multi-task and complete work to meet deadlines you have the ability to research and respond to inquiries and resolve conflicts successfully Computer Skills: you have demonstrated computer skills using applications such as Microsoft Office, e-mail, Internet and the Intranet Court Services Division is committed to a diverse, respectful and professional workplace that reflects OPS values. Additional Information: Address: 4 Temporary, duration up to 5.5 months, 361 University Ave, Toronto, Toronto Region, Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Understanding the job ad - definitions Schedule: 3.7 Category: Administrative and Support Services Posted on: Monday, March 16, 2020 Note: In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position. Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Talent Acquisition Branch (TAB), HR Service Delivery Division (HRSDD) to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you. A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential. T-AG-140651/19(2)

Court Administrative Assistant - Provincial Court   -   ADM016914   Employment Type :     SGEU Term 9 months or more Location(s) :     SK--Saskatoon and Area-Saskatoon       Ministry :     003 Justice Salary Range :     20.971 - 26.280   Hourly Grade :     SGEU.05.   The Ministry of Justice is responsible for providing a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan; promotes safe and secure communities; and provides legal and justice policy advice to assist government. The Court Services Branch is seeking a skilled, ethical, confident individual to work at Saskatoon Provincial Court to provide comprehensive clerical support.   As a member of a team of professionals you will be in daily contact with the public, lawyers, police agencies, community agencies and offenders.  You will handle walk-in and telephone inquiries regarding court dockets and dispositions, status of accounts, explaining applicable policies and procedures, acts and regulations. You will also receive payments in accordance with court orders and perform basic accounting duties. You will also provide guidance to individuals seeking to file claims in the civil division and general applications within the jurisdiction of Provincial Court.   Your responsibilities will consist of data entry and retrieval using the Criminal Justice Information Management System (CJIMS), preparing and formatting court documents in accordance with court orders and applicable legislation using the CJIMS system or word processing software.    You may also be required to cover some court sittings in your home location.  This may include travel to Circuit points. In addition to preparing for court, you will perform duties as Chief Court Official and assist the Provincial Court Judge while court is in session. These duties will include writing down the relevant appearance details and the disposition of each matter before the court as well as operating the digital recording sound system and closed circuit television equipment.  You will prepare and certify court documents to reflect the order of the court and explain the contents and implications of non-compliance to offenders in accordance with relevant legislation. You will also prepare and forward relevant material when transcripts are requested of recorded court proceedings.   You will be required to climb ladders to retrieve files and carry heavy boxes up to 20 kg that contain files and documents.   The successful candidate will have knowledge of legal terminology, the administration of legal documents and an understanding of the various levels of court, court processes and procedures; general office and administrative practices and procedures including handling of cash, filing systems and mail processing; computer applications, including word processing, databases and spreadsheets.   Our candidate of choice will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be thorough, analytical, accurate and detail oriented.  The environment in which you will work is potentially hostile, therefore, you must be able to recognize volatile situations and react appropriately. The successful candidate must demonstrate good character in order to maintain the integrity of the justice system and the people it serves and ensure confidentiality within and outside of the place of work in accordance with your Oath of Office.   Typically the knowledge and experience required for this job is obtained through a formal education program such as an office education program supplemented with legal courses, and/or a combination of education and experience.   To learn more about Courts of Saskatchewan, please visit http://www.sasklawcourts.ca/     We are committed to workplace diversity.   Hours of Work :     A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks Criminal Record Check Requirement :     The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment

Judicial Assistant - 50% Position - COU000864   Employment Type : Permanent Part-time Location(s) : SK-NorthBattleford and Area-Battleford Ministry : 003 Justice Salary Range : $3,879 - $5,046 Monthly Grade : Order-in-Council   Judicial Assistant Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Permanent Part-time Position (50%) Order-in-Council Position   The Ministry of Justice has a career opportunity for a conscientious and dependable professional to work as a Judicial Assistant with the Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench Judges’ Chambers. The Ministry of Justice is responsible for providing a fair justice system that upholds the law and protects the rights of all individuals in Saskatchewan. For further information about the Saskatchewan Courts and the Court of Queen’s Bench, go to www.sasklawcourts.ca/.   As a Judicial Assistant, you will provide administrative support to the Judiciary. Common job duties include transcribing court documents; proofreading, formatting and issuing judicial decisions; and developing and maintaining filing systems. You will also be responsible for distributing judgements and fiats and coordinating hotel/travel arrangements.   The ideal candidate will have developed knowledge and skills through formal training such as a legal secretarial course and/or related work experience in a court/legal administrative environment. You will have considerable knowledge of court operations and procedures and the ability to use WordPerfect and Microsoft Office computer programs. You will be well versed in legal terminology and able to accurately reference legislation, regulations and the Rules of Court.   Your ability to deal with issues of a sensitive and confidential nature with tact and diplomacy will prepare you to work effectively in this demanding environment. Our candidate of choice will also work with limited direction; exhibit exceptional organization, verbal and written communication skills; and have the ability to build and maintain productive working relations with key stakeholders. You must also demonstrate good character in order to maintain the integrity of the justice system and the people it serves.   Appointment will be made by Order-in-Council. The successful candidate will be required to work four half-days per week, the scheduling of which will be in consultation with the Court of Queen’s Bench judges.   We are committed to workplace diversity.   Criminal Record Check Requirement: The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.   Preference will be given to qualified equity group members who self-declare in this online application, as identified in "diversity groups" below Diversity Groups : Aboriginal persons, Persons with disabilities, Visible minority persons