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rown Counsel Assistant (Paralegal) - Registry Officers - COU000810  Employment Type:  Non-Perm Out-of-Scope Location(s) :  SK--Regina and Area-Regina    Ministry :  003 Justice Salary Range:  $4974-$6468 Monthly Grade:  Contract The Ministry of Justice’s Legal Services Division is seeking a Crown Counsel Assistant to assist with solicitor and public registry (land registry, corporate registry and personal property registry) matters in Regina on the basis of a one-year renewable contract.   The successful candidates will have relevant education and/or experience and will work under the supervision of one or more lawyers in the Office of Public Registry Administration.  The successful candidates will need to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative to meet the needs of the branch.   The position requires an understanding of government, cabinet and legislative processes as well as solicitor work.  Duties may include liaising with clients and stakeholders, research including in the public registries, conducting cross jurisdictional scans and analysis, preparing legal agreements and cabinet documents, managing the assurance and compensation claims process, assisting with freedom of information responses, preparing correspondence, as well as creating and maintaining a precedent system.               The positions require superior computer and word processing skills and familiarity with Word, Excel and other relevant software.   Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, strong organization skills and superior analytical skills are needed for the positions.  Experience with legal and legislative procedures are requirements.  Experience with legal research software including CanLii and QuickLaw is also an asset. We are committed to workplace diversity.

Judicial Assistant Regina Court of Queen’s Bench Temporary Position (18 months) 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 Regina 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 http://www.sasklawcourts.ca/. As a Judicial Assistant, you will provide administrative support to the Judiciary. Common job duties include transcribing court documents; proofreading, formatting, issuing judicial decisions; and developing and maintaining filing systems. You will also be responsible for distributing judgments and fiats, and co-ordinating 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 organizations, 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. 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. Salary: $3878 - $5046 per month   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   Hours of Work : M - Monthly Out of Scope Number of Openings : 1

Legal Secretary - Public Prosecutions Regina PCB - ADM015391 Employment Type : Permanent Part-time Location(s) : SK-Regina and Area-Regina Ministry : 003 Justice Salary Range : $20.971-$26.280 Hourly Grade : SGEU.05.   The Ministry of Justice requires a skilled, responsible and confident individual to provide a wide variety of complex secretarial and administrative duties in a fast-paced and demanding work environment. 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 Public Prosecutions Office in Regina at the Provincial Court Building is seeking a candidate who will pay close attention to detail, is dependable and will treat colleagues and clients with dignity and respect. The successful candidate must be committed to the pursuit of excellence; exhibit leadership and professionalism and embrace diversity and equality. To learn more about the Prosecutions office, go tohttp://www.justice.gov.sk.ca/publicprosecutionsdivision As a member of a small team of professionals, you will establish and maintain accurate and up to date prosecution files received from Police Services and RCMP detachments. You will generate Warrants, Information's, Summons, Stays of Proceedings, Court Orders and a variety of other legal documents and correspondence. We are seeking an individual who is organized and thorough. You must have superior communication and interpersonal skills when responding to inquiries from the public, police, witnesses and the accused, very often concerning highly sensitive and explicit materials, ensuring strict confidentiality at all times. As the incumbent, you will also process incoming and outgoing mail, file and track missing information and coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for clients/witnesses to appear in court. The computer applications you will use include Windows XP, the Justice Automated Information Network (JAIN) and the Prosecution Automated Data and Document System (PADDS). The programs have now been replaced by EPIC and CJIMS Typically, you will have developed your knowledge and skills through the completion of a two year legal secretarial course or have significant experience in a related legal field or a combination of both legal secretarial education and experience. You must have knowledge of office administrative procedures including filing systems and knowledge of legal terminology, the administration of legal documents and the various levels of court as it relates to criminal law. As the successful candidate you must participate as a willing and able team member within the office environment. Your knowledge, experience and demonstrated abilities will be key to your success in this position. To learn more about the Courts of Saskatchewan go to www.sasklawcourts.ca/ We are committed to workplace diversity.   Hours of Work : A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks Number of Openings : 1   Closing Date : Jan 28, 2019, 11:59:00 PM

Crown Counsel Assistant (Paralegal) - Solicitor and Legislative Services - COU000777 Employment Type : Contract Location(s) : SK-Regina and Area-Regina Ministry : 003 Justice Salary Range : $4,974 - $6,468 Monthly Grade : Contract   The Ministry of Justice’s Legal Services Division is seeking two Crown Counsel Assistants to assist with solicitor and legislative matters in Regina on the basis of a one-year renewable contract. The successful candidates will have relevant education and/or experience and will work under the supervision of one or more lawyers in the Legal Services Division. The successful candidates will need to work independently, follow instructions with minimal supervision and take initiative to meet the needs of the division. The positions require an understanding of government, cabinet and legislative processes as well as solicitor work. Duties may include research, preparing legal agreements and cabinet documents, liaising with clients and stakeholders, conducting cross jurisdictional scans and analysis, assisting with freedom of information responses, preparing correspondence, as well as creating and maintaining a precedent system. The positions require superior computer and word processing skills and familiarity with Word, Excel and other relevant software. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, sound judgment, strong organization skills and superior analytical skills are needed for the positions. Experience with legal and legislative procedures are requirements. Experience with legal research software including CanLii and QuickLaw is also an asset. We are committed to workplace diversity.   We are committed to workplace diversity.   Hours of Work : M - Monthly Out of Scope Number of Openings : 2   Closing Date : Nov 30, 2018, 11:59:00 PM Government of Saskatchewan - 5 hours ago - save job - report job - original job       Recommended Jobs 21 new Legislative Assistant jobs in Regina, SK Jobs at Government of Saskatchewan in Regina, SK Legislative Assistant salaries in Regina, SK Company Info   Get job updates from Government of Saskatchewan. By selecting Follow, you agree to get updated information and new jobs for this company by email. You can cancel alerts at anytime. Government of Saskatchewan   50 reviews The Government of Saskatchewan offers a wide range of careers with purpose and passion. Our people enjoy an enviable work/life balance in...        

Employment Type :     SGEU Term 9 months or more Location(s) :     SK--Regina and Area-Regina       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 Regina 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), computer database system, preparing and formatting court documents in accordance with court orders and applicable legislation using CJIMS or word processing software.    You will 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.   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/   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   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  

Litigation Lawyer We are seeking litigation lawyers to join our team. Preference will be given to candidates with 2+ years of experience however candidates with less experience are also invited to apply.  We have been building client relationships for many years and with Saskatoon’s continued growth we have a need for talented lawyers to ensure that we continue to provide our clients with the high level of service our clients have come to expect from Cuelenaere, Kendall, Katzman & Watson. We offer our lawyers a collaborative work environment, work/life balance and competitive salary with a generous bonus structure. Please submit in confidence your covering letter and resume to :   Brad Jamieson, B. Comm., LL.B. Cuelenaere, Kendall, Katzman & Watson #500, 128 - 4th Avenue South Saskatoon, Saskatchewan  S7K 1M8 e-mail: bjamieson @ cuelenaere . com Fax: (306) 652-4171

We are seeking corporate/commercial lawyers with 2+ years of experience to join our full service law firm.  We have been building client relationships for many years and with Saskatoon’s continued growth we have a need for talented lawyers to ensure that we continue to provide our clients with the high level of service our clients have come to expect from Cuelenaere, Kendall, Katzman & Watson. We offer our lawyers a collaborative work environment, work/life balance and competitive salary with a generous bonus structure. Preference will be given to candidates who possess corporate/commercial experience. Please submit in confidence your covering letter and resume to : Brad Jamieson, B. Comm., LL.B. Cuelenaere, Kendall, Katzman & Watson #500, 128 - 4th Avenue South Saskatoon, Saskatchewan  S7K 1M8 e-mail: bjamieson @ cuelenaere . com Fax: (306) 652-4171

Legal Aid Saskatchewan is seeking a term lawyer for its Swift Current Area Office for a period of one year, commencing in September 2018. Legal Aid Saskatchewan provides accessible and professional legal services in criminal and family law to eligible people. The successful applicant can expect to practise predominantly in the area of family law plus provide coverage for adult/youth criminal matters. Other duties will include the provision of child apprehension legal advice to clients via telephone; developing a collection of precedents/briefs used throughout Legal Aid and doing file assessments. Applicants should be Lawyers entitled to practice in Saskatchewan with experience in litigation in Provincial and Superior Courts. Placement within the salary range [$39.50 to $71.28 per hour] is commensurate with experience. The position is within the Union. This is an opportunity for people who see the practice of law as more than just a job. This is an opportunity to help people who really need it, every day, and to hone your legal skills while doing so. We encourage applications from people of Aboriginal ancestry, persons of a visible minority group, persons with disabilities and women seeking management and non-traditional roles. Legal Aid Saskatchewan has an employment equity program approved by the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission. Please forward resume with references prior to September 10, 2018 to: Human Resources Legal Aid Saskatchewan – Head Office #502 - 201 21st Street East SASKATOON SK S7K 0B8 FAX: (306) 933-6764 Web: www.legalaid.sk.ca We thank all applicants, however only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted. Job Types: Full-time, Temporary Salary: $39.50 to $71.28 /hour

Associate Corporate Counsel Location: Regina, SK Position Type: Permanent full-time Number of Positions: 1 Salary: Will be determined based on education and experience Close Date: August 6, 2018 Tired of litigation and looking to branch out into labour arbitrations and corporate commercial work? Or perhaps you’d like to use your knowledge and experience in these areas while working with a dynamic business? SaskTel has an opportunity for you to work on litigation and labour and employment matters while also providing corporate-commercial advice to SaskTel and its subsidiaries to assist in meeting their business and service goals.   About SaskTel Delivering first-rate communications to the people of Saskatchewan for more than 110 years, SaskTel is a major player in the Information & Communications Technology sector. Operating as a provincial Crown Corporation, SaskTel competes with local and national businesses, while giving back to our province through community initiatives. Our workforce is comprised of approximately 4,000 union and non-union employees throughout the province of Saskatchewan and we focus on providing great customer experience and quality products. People really like to work here and we think you will too.   The Opportunity We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Associate Corporate Counsel to join our legal team at our head office in Regina. This is a full time permanent position. As a strategic member of the Corporate Counsel team, during your first year, you will be the “go-to” person for all labour and human resources advice and will handle litigation and labour arbitrations on behalf of SaskTel and its subsidiaries. You will be expected to run your own litigation and arbitrations, as well as be responsible for corporate commercial work including negotiating, reviewing and approving contracts; creating practices and procedures while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and legal influences; and communicating and negotiating with SaskTel’s business partners. Following the first year, you will retain some labour and employment responsibilities and litigation files, but will also have the opportunity to expand your responsibilities to corporate commercial work. Our legal team prides itself on leveraging our legal skills and business acumen to find solutions to business problems while providing legal direction and advice to the SaskTel management team. We’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to make a difference, just like us. In the past, lawyers with a passion for our business have had the opportunity to advance in many different areas. We are also prepared to grow someone with only 3 to 5 years experience into the Associate Corporate Counsel role, starting in a more entry level position.  

Let’s face it, being a lawyer isn’t easy. Every new legislation, every case and every contract brings new challenges from every direction. Are you the type of leader who can guide your team through those challenges and still keep laser-like strategic focus while you’re at it? Sound like you? Then we want you to join our Legal division as our new Associate General Counsel – SGI CANADA or Associate General Counsel – Corporate leading a knowledgeable and highly-functioning team of legal -focused minds. We’re looking for charismatic leaders who understands what it takes to develop corporate legal strategies that mitigate risk and drive the company forward. And of course you’re always at the ready with sound legal advice for your business partners — be it legislation, privacy or insurance related. We did tell you this was going to be a challenge, but on the flip side, you’ll be making an impact and blazing new trails in our Legal department’s rapidly expanding frontier. We’ll be looking to fill more legal positions at varying levels and locations in Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan very soon. Maybe you’re thinking this position isn’t the right fit for where you are in your career or right now is just bad timing but SGI is sounding like a company you’d like to work for. Don’t be shy! Still send in your resume for consideration for future positions and be sure to keep an eye on our website for future job postings. Requirements Candidates must bring the education and experience to succeed in this opportunity — after all, we’re counting on you. We are looking for candidates who have obtained law degree and have at least ten years’ experience as a lawyer with five years’ management experience with increasing responsibility in a legal environment. Alternative combinations of relevant education and experience may also be considered. Why SGI? Because when you start here, you want to stay here. We offer a wide range of benefits and invest in career development to meet the needs of our employees. We embrace diversity, recognizing and celebrating our differences and our similarities. With careers as diverse as our employees, join our caring culture of employee empowerment within a great community of people. Ready to Apply? Tell us why you’re the right fit for this role. Learn more about these jobs and how to green light your career at SGI by visiting www.sgi.sk.ca/careers. Job Type: Full-time  

The Corporate Initiatives Branch, Integrated Justice Services serving the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General and the Ministry of Justice Corrections and Policing provides legal and policy support to the Deputy Minister and senior management in the Ministries on a range of issues which affect the justice system and particularly on issues relating to criminal, civil, youth law and Aboriginal justice. The Branch consists of a mix of professionals – lawyers, senior policy analysts, interns and students and administrative staff who work collaboratively to provide services such as statistical analysis and legal and policy analysis of issues affecting the justice system in Saskatchewan and Canada. The Branch has a full time legal position available to assist the Executive Director and the Branch to analyze legislative, policy and program issues related to the justice system in the areas noted above with a particular emphasis on criminal law. The position provides a unique opportunity to utilize an understanding of the overall workings of the justice system, government process and the inter-relationships across sectors of the justice system, including federal/provincial relationships and negotiation of federal/provincial cost-share agreements, justice and other human service sector relationships, legal, program and policy analysis and implementing changes in the criminal law. The successful candidate will have several years of professional experience, be familiar with government processes, working experience with the criminal justice system, and some experience in research, statistical and legislative analysis. Practical criminal law experience is required. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other members of the Branch as well as be responsible for various research, policy development, and legal analysis areas and must have excellent oral and written communication skills. As well, the successful candidate will be responsible for participating as a Branch representative on a wide range of intergovernmental and interagency committees dealing with justice issues. Some travel will be required. All candidates much have membership, or qualify for membership, in the Law Society of Saskatchewan.  

Gall Law Office is a busy Law Firm located in downtown Saskatoon currently seeking a dynamic, motivated lawyer to join our firm and eventually take over the practice. The ideal candidate should have at least five years legal experience and have knowledge and interest in Corporate and Commercial Law, Estate Planning & Administration and Real Estate. The candidate will be required to hold a degree in law, and qualify to register with the Law Society of Saskatchewan. We are looking for someone who is motivated to learn and grow in their professional career. Attention to detail and a strong work ethic are crucial. We offer an attractive salary and fee-sharing arrangement along with a comprehensive benefits package. At Gall Law Office we offer a positive work environment that remains friendly and laid back. We thank all those interested, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please submit your resume & cover letter in confidence by May 11, 2018.  

  Are you ready for a work environment that can provide challenges and litigation experience that will continue to develop your skills and build your career as an insurance litigator?  Can you advise clients and expert witnesses of litigation process and procedure?  Do you have a keen ability to conduct further investigations and research to obtain further evidence in supporting litigation?  If this sounds like the right fit to you, apply to join our legal team for a permanent Counsel position in our regional Edmonton Office.  We need you to be the legal resource for our customer base and provide legal opinions and conduct litigation for moderately complex cases.  We need a confident technical expert who is ready and willing to provide sound legal advice to various areas within the organization, with a primary focus on assisting SGI and its regional operations to navigate legal jargon and processes. The job requires the successful candidate to attend to legal matters throughout the province and occasionally out of province; some travel will be required. Key Accountabilities Litigation Using your background and skill to successfully resolve litigation matters, you will review claim files and provide critical legal analysis in relation to issues of liability and quantification of damages together with any evidentiary impediments to the success of litigation. You will develop and coordinate litigation strategies and timelines, and assist the legal team in coordinating and organizing legal precedents.  You will prepare pleadings (claims and defences), obtain and vet documents for legal production, and assess and adjust internal reserves until the conclusion of litigation or settlement.  You will meet with and advise clients and witnesses in relation to procedural and substantive aspects of their testimony and direct further investigations in order to obtain further evidence to support litigation.  You will attend court for any necessary interim application required to facilitate orderly resolution; attend and conduct discovery, appeals at the Automobile Accident Injury Commission and court in advancing and defending the corporation’s legal position; and attend and conduct mediation, informal settlement negotiations and judicial settlement conferences, advising clients in relation to settlement issues. You will also provide a supervisory role to the paralegals in matters relating to recovery actions or Small Claims. Research/Opinions Your legal expertise will allow you to conduct in-depth legal research and prepare legal briefs on various issues, primarily in the areas of related legislation, contractual interpretation, liability, quantification of damages and court processes.  You will conduct general research on matters tangential to the practice of law, including evidentiary burdens and the need for medical or engineering experts. You will give legal advice to internal parties as required.  Corporate Matters and Training/Education In this role, you may be called upon to prepare simple contracts, and analyse and review company agreements or proposed agreements focusing on the implications of minor legal issues. You will also be committed to professional development, attending legal education and business course to develop an expertise and maintain a working knowledge of insurance practices and insurance law, including the legal aspects which impact on our lines of business. You may also assist in the development and facilitiation of internal training seminars. Leadership & Corporate Management : Aligning to corporate and divisional strategies, you will have the opportunity to enable the success of programs and policies while managing applicable risk. As part of a high performing workforce, you understand the importance of contributing to your team and participating in the effectiveness of a seamless customer experience. You will help build a culture of empowerment and accountability to effectively deliver on strategic objectives by driving performance through others, and by supporting team and workforce readiness through knowledge transfer, mentoring and developmental opportunities. You also understand that safety starts with you, keeping every employee safe now - and in the future. Candidate Requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Substantive and procedural laws and insurance claims litigation. The Automobile Accident Insurance Act and the Insurance Act and its associated regulations. All acts in the applicable jurisdiction that directly or indirectly impact on the corporation’s core business. Rules and responsibilities surrounding legal ethics. Insurance practices and, in particular, the legal aspect which impact on the corporation’s lines of business. The practices and procedures of all levels of courts in the applicable jurisdiction. Ability to critically analyze moderately complex multi-dimensional litigation across a broad range of legal issues. Ability to coordinate, prepare and advocate moderately complex matters or legal principles and also present them in layman parlance. Education & Experience A law degree. Called to the bar in the applicable jurisdiction. Three years’ experience in the general practice of law with a focus on insurance defence litigation. Apply prior to 11:59 p.m. on:  Sunday, April 1, 2018 To be considered for employment, it is mandatory to complete the Questionnaire found within the on-line application to identify additional details required for the screening and recruitment process, including location preference.    

  Employment Type :     SGEU Term 9 months or more Location(s) :     SK--Estevan and Area-Estevan       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 Estevan 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) computer database system, preparing and formatting court documents in accordance with court orders and applicable legislation using the CJIMS system or word processing software.    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/   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, Women in management or a non-traditional role   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 Number of Openings :     1

he 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 Meadow Lake 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 JAIN system or word processing software.    You will 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’s 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/   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

This position will be responsible for performing a wide variety of complex and confidential legal and administrative tasks providing support to lawyers, Bylaw Prosecutor and Risk Manager. This position requires solid knowledge of legal concepts, principles and terminology, strong working knowledge of current legal office practices, procedures and filing systems, and a critical eye for attention to detail and accuracy. R esponsibilities of the position require independent judgement, initiative, discretion and tact, with a strong emphasis on exceptional customer service for internal and external customers, including other levels of government, court and administrative tribunals. This position reports to the Law Office Administrator. This position may be assigned to any of the areas within the Legal Services, Prosecutions or the Risk Management Branches of the Office of the City Solicitor. Although the position may work primarily in one area, the position will be expected to possess, develop, and maintain proficiency in all areas through cross-training and seminar training. Typical duties include: Performs a wide range of complex and at times politically sensitive administrative and legal duties. These responsibilities include: bylaw preparation/drafting, real estate transactions including complex transforms, planning and development matters, heritage designations, contracts, financial documents, assessment appeals, and litigation Performs the duties of the Clerk of the Court, acting as liaison with the Provincial Court. These responsibilities include: attending court, preparing and compiling documents for the Bylaw Prosecutor and the Municipal Court Justice, including notice of fines, court endorsements, trial summary logs, creating a wide range of court related documents, and preparation of annual statistics. Responsible for a wide range of claims and litigation handling processes. This includes: maintaining a computerized data base program of all claims by and against the City of Regina, recording losses reported and amounts recovered, receipt and routing of accident report forms, completing loss and recovery documents, proofs of loss, property damage releases and final releases, compiling current lists of City and Police property for insurance coverage and requisitioning cheques in payment of claim and litigation settlements. Provide customer service and responds to inquiries from client departments, the public, government offices, private law firms and all levels of court and administrative tribunals. Prepare and obtain files, determines priorities and deadlines and refer complex matters to proper legal personnel. Maintain various computerized law office systems, including litigation management, prosecution and court scheduling, and claims management systems. Responsible for keeping records and files on legal transactions in assigned area of work. Prepare numerous confidential and sensitive reports and legal documents. Compose correspondence from very general instructions in reply to written or verbal inquiries. Preparing and assembling necessary background information and files required for meetings, appointments and court proceedings. Maintain a comprehensive bring forward system to track outstanding issues and determine the status of outstanding items through contact with the appropriate individuals or Departments. Preparation and filing documents following the Rules of Court and other relevant legislation for all levels of court and administrative tribunals including assessment appeals. Responsible for the registration of documents through the Information Services Corporation for Land Titles. Process payments from the public and trust funds from law firms ensuring prompt deposit and compliance with any trust conditions. Assist lawyers in legal research. Develops, implements, analyzes and reviews administrative procedures and systems specific to the office administrative functions of the Department to ensure consistent and effective Department operations. Perform related duties as required. Candidates will be screened on the following criteria: *** To be considered for this position you must clearly identify your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities and where you obtained them in your application/resume. *** Typically the knowledge, skills and abilities are obtained through a Grade twelve (12) diploma and the completion of either a Legal Secretarial course from a recognized business school/college or an administrative course combined with legal seminar training; and a minimum of three (3) years experience in a law office or court facility. Ability to work independently, demonstrates sound judgement and decision-making skills, and participates as a team member to meet the needs of clients and coworkers and to build positive relationships. Ability to independently analyze and resolve problems by applying initiative, practicing due diligence and sound judgement when responding to and dealing with issues and confidential information. Ability to establish priorities and organize and prioritize multiple tasks while adapting to changing circumstances and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to systematically search and assess data to develop informational material and reports. Ability to coordinate activities, schedule meetings, arrange appointments, prepare and compile agendas. Ability to input, edit, retrieve, format, transmit and link file data, create and generate queries, diverse reports and documents utilizing word processing, databases, spreadsheets, communications and other software packages with speed and accuracy. Ability to communicate effectively expressing ideas both verbally and in writing in a manner and style adaptable to various situations to obtain and provide information and explain policies and procedures with external customers as well as internal clients. Ability to maintain confidentiality and a professional approach including being goal and results oriented and an innovator who displays trustworthiness, integrity and enthusiasm. Ability to build effective, strong interpersonal relations, effectively interacting with people, respecting the needs and feelings of others, and maintaining the self-confidence and esteem of others. Ability to operate, trouble-shoot and maintain a variety of computerized office business machines and office equipment in order to provide efficient delivery of service. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with time sensitive deadlines and have exceptional organizational, verbal and written communication skills. Must possess demonstrated effective organizational and time management skills. Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and arithmetic. Thorough knowledge of modern office management and administrative procedures, protocols and operating systems including filing, indexing and cross-referencing methods and the types and uses of common office materials and machines. Advanced knowledge of computer applications such as email, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and law office systems. Knowledge of the organization, policies and regulations of the City of Regina and activities of the department. Knowledge of court procedures and processes. Knowledge of general rules and regulations of the Provincial Occupations Health and Safety Act. Working/Other Conditions: Typing speed of 65 w.p.m. Must be capable of becoming a Commissioner of Oaths upon appointment. This position will be working in a busy office environment with numerous interruptions. There will be long hours sitting and using a computer, with numerous deadlines. The successful incumbent will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement and provide a criminal record check. Note: Testing may be done to evaluate knowledge, skills and abilities. Note: As per the City of Regina Criminal Record Check policy, the above position has been identified as a “position of trust”. Successful candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check. Note: Candidates selected for an interview will be required to provide proof of acquired education. Department: Legal Services Salary Grade: Pay Class 10 (Local 7) Salary: $24.39-$31.17/Hour; $46,502-$59,429/Annum The City of Regina values diversity in our workforce and encourages applications from all qualified Employment Equity candidates.