Summary
Description
The Team
The Provincial Court of British Columbia strives to serve the public by providing an accessible, fair, efficient and innovative system of justice. Provincial Court judges and judicial justices preside over most of the court cases in British Columbia. Sitting nearly 90 locations throughout the Province, the Court hears criminal, family, youth, and civil claims as well as traffic and municipal by-law matters. Integrated Judicial Services supports judges and judicial justices through administrative services and scheduling to facilitate fair, timely, and accessible justice for all British Columbians. The Court’s administrative headquarters is located at the Office of the Chief Judge in downtown Vancouver.
The Role
Senior Judicial Administrative Assistants (SR JAA) provide highly confidential administrative services, financial administration, office management, and other related administrative duties to the Regional Administrative Judges (RAJs), Local Liaison Judges (LLJs), and Provincial Court Judges (PCJs).
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
- A minimum of three (3) years of office experience, including one (1) year of experience as a Legal Administrative Assistant in Canada.
- Experience with current MSOffice Suite, specifically Word and Excel.
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Preference may be given to applicants with:
- Successful completion of a Canadian Legal Secretary, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal program.
- Experience editing Judgments.
- Experience developing and implementing a variety of office systems, procedures, and controls to meet business.
PROVISO/WILLINGNESS STATEMENTS:
- Must be willing to attend and complete relevant training programs
- May be required to travel, including travel in adverse weather conditions, and to work in other geographical areas
- Must have reliable transportation and/or be willing to travel with others
For questions regarding this position, please contact Kaley Wang at KWang@provincialcourt.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.
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. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
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: YES – You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.
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