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Position Summary Function/Purpose: Under the direction of the City Solicitor this position is responsible for providing legal services for the City of Red Deer. This includes providing verbal and written advice and opinions on diverse legal matters to the Corporation and City Council; drafting bylaws; drafting, negotiating and reviewing various agreements; acting as a liaison between external counsel and administration and representing the City as required to outside agencies; providing legal representation before the courts and administrative tribunals.  Job Requirements: Completion of LLB or JD degree from a recognized Canadian university Must be a Member of the Law Society of Alberta in good standing or able to obtain a membership prior to commencement of employment Three years of broad experience practicing in areas of law relevant to Alberta municipal government operations (such as the Municipal Government Act, planning, land development, taxation, real estate, bylaw prosecution, administrative or regulatory law) Proven legislative drafting skills and strong written communication skills in order that complex legal issues can be explained in a manner that allows those not familiar with legal terminology to understand the facts and the application of legal principles to those facts.  Must have or obtain an understanding of the various operations of The City.  Commitment to ongoing professional education.  Must have the political acumen to function effectively in a political setting. Must have a high level of interpersonal skill and diplomacy. Must have excellent listening, oral and written communications skills and the ability to distill concerns and ask questions that will clearly identify underlying issues. Work outside of regular office hours can be expected.  Attendance at City Council Meetings and other meetings outside of core business hours may be required.  Timelines are often short on work assignments.  The work day will be frequently interrupted. Work must be performed in a confidential manner to ensure that solicitor client privilege is maintained.   Affiliation: Exempt   Hours of Work: Monday to Friday; 75 hours biweekly.

The Community Legal Clinic - Central Alberta is a non-profit organization with a commitment to providing access to justice and decreasing the barriers that individuals experience with respect to the law. The Community Legal Clinic is recruiting for a unique position within the organization. Reporting directly to the Staff Lawyer in charge of the Alberta Rural Legal Assistance Initiative (ARLAI), the successful candidate will help pave the way for remote access to justice throughout the province. This position will require a significant amount of time spent on the phone speaking to clients and other community stakeholders, and finding unique ways to connect with those clients and help meet their needs. Day-to-day tasks will include: assisting on a wide range of legal files, including family law, civil litigation/small claims, estate planning, and more opening and closing files within a custom database, and maintaining tracking of files for reporting purposes drafting court documents and letters researching available resources in remote communities connecting with stakeholders in remote communities scheduling appointments for the Staff Lawyer arranging travel plans for the Staff Lawyer assisting with client intake, advice clinics, transgender ID clinics, temporary photo ID clinics, and other events such as informational tables at outreach events. all other duties as assigned. The successful candidate thrives in a busy and dynamic work environment, and is keen to learn and grow with the organization. Open to new challenges, bursting with initiative, and always willing to learn, the successful candidate will have: Graduated from a legal assistant or paralegal program, or have similar training 6+ months of recent experience in a law office or similar environment Exceptional attention to detail and superb note-taking skills Top-notch time-management skills An ability to speak and write English in a clear and professional manner The ability to proofread and edit for clarity and content Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook Superior interpersonal skills, and compassion for clients from all walks of life Other assets would include: Experience working with Court forms Experience working in a social services or non-profit environment Experience working with family law and/or civil litigation matters Fluency in a second language Mediation or other conflict resolution training We are a non-profit organization providing legal education, advice and assistance to people who face barriers in accessing justice. Our team is passionate about helping others, aware of the challenges that our clients face, and offers assistance and compassion to those accessing our services. Our office is an inclusive environment, and the successful candidate will need to be comfortable working with people from all walks of life. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, a team work environment, and the opportunity for growth within the organization. Note: The Clinic is currently operating in rotating teams due to COVID-19. The successful candidate will need to have the ability to work remotely via online portal 2-3 days per week, and attend the office 2-3 days per week, as required by management. When applying, please indicate in your job-specific cover letter or covering email details that show how you would be a great fit for this position, as well as: your salary expectations references The answer to this question: What are some of the possible barriers that a person might experience with a digital or telephone-based Court system, and how might those barriers be addressed? Application deadline: 2020-06-24

Faculty at Red Deer College: Are passionate about teaching, learning, and student success. Pursue professional learning to continually enhance their practice and their discipline. Are recognized for their contributions to both local and global communities. Role Description Red Deer College transitioning to Red Deer University has high expectations of our amazing faculty, but we do recognize that new hires may not have all of the skills and experiences when applying. RDC wants you to know that there is some flexibility to develop your talents over time. The initial focus for new faculty will be on teaching and student success with lots of opportunity for professional development, growth and collaboration. RDC is committed to all faculty acquiring the identified Key Attributes over time. Teaching The faculty member combines discipline expertise with evidence based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences. Student Success The faculty member encourages student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas. Professional Development The faculty member engages in the continuous pursuit of knowledge to maintain currency in their discipline and their teaching practice. Research, Scholarly and Creative Pursuits The faculty member has the opportunity to pursue impactful scholarly and creative activities and disseminates knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer College, and improves communities. Community Contributions The faculty member values engagement, contributing knowledge and their own expertise to the betterment of Red Deer College and local communities, as well as discipline-based, national, and global communities. For More Information: Faculty Profile Job Duties The Donald School of Business is seeking Term-certain, Part-time, Legal Assistant Diploma Instructors for the 2020-2021 academic year. These positions entail teaching adult learners in the Unit Clerk Program. The courses are taught at Red Deer College’s downtown campus for the Fall and Winter terms. The Donald School of Business at RDC is a growing, learner centred community that contributes to the revitalization and strength of both the economy and Downtown Business district of Red Deer through adult education programming. The Donald School of Business is home to a variety of programs including: Administrative Professional Certificate Bachelor of Business Administration degree Business Administration Diploma Bachelor of Commerce Degree Legal Assistant Diploma Health Care Management Post-Diploma Certificate Human Resources Management Graduate Certificate Management Certificate Unit Clerk Certificate For further information contact: Donald School of Business Phone: (403) 342-3555 Email: dsbinfo@rdc.ab.ca The Legal Assistant Instructors will draw upon a variety of resources necessary to teach the courses listed below. Fall Term Class Dates: September 3 – December 9, 2020 Class Days & Times: Varied, timetable has not yet been finalized Contract Start Date: August 17, 2020 Contract End Date: December 24, 2020 Fall Courses LEGL 210 – Litigation III LEGL 220 – Intermediate Information Processing Winter Term Class Dates: January 4 – April 9, 2021 Class Days & Times: Varied, timetable has not yet been finalized Contract Start Date: December 14, 2020 Contract End Date: April 23, 2021 Winter Courses LEGL 115 – Litigation II LEGL 215 – Litigation IV LEGL 245 – Technology Integration Course Outlines Please note the contract start dates allow for instructor prep time. The contract end dates allow for grading and submission of final marks. Required Qualifications Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline (i.e Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Commerce) Experience teaching adult learners Record of relevant professional development activities Record of relevant business experience Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative, team environment Preferred Qualifications Combination of: Graduate degree in relevant discipline Post-secondary teaching experience Salary or Hourly? Salary Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Benefits and Compensation Information Part-time instructors receive an additional 14% of the gross salary in lieu of benefits and vacation pay. About Red Deer College For 56 years, Red Deer College (RDC) has proudly served its learners and communities. In 2018, RDC received approval to become a university, offering its own degrees. RDC Strategic Vision: To be the post-secondary institution of choice serving learners and communities through leadership, excellence, and innovation and demonstrating system shaping leadership for an emerging world. At RDC we: Offer more than 100 programs in a variety of disciplines, and encourage innovative experiences that prepare learners for successful careers and lives. Provide robust supports and resources to assist in personal and professional growth. Value fresh ideas from individuals who are new to teaching, and those who want to translate years of experience to a meaningful legacy with the next generation. Focus on research that is different than a traditional university through applied research that enriches students’ experiences and solves everyday issues. Hold in high regard diversity, inclusion, and an environment that values everyone. Provide opportunities to challenge and support the mind, body and spirit, and to engage in personal and professional empowerment. Are committed to Indigenous education in the spirit of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action and demonstrate this commitment as signatories to the Colleges and Institutes Canada Indigenous Education Protocol.