The Team
The Human Rights Tribunal is an independent quasi-judicial Tribunal established by the Human Rights Code (“Code”) to provide dispute resolution services in human rights matters. The Tribunal receives, mediates, and adjudicates complaints in human rights matters. The team is a dedicated and experienced group committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion through fair and impartial human rights dispute resolution. As an established team, they manage a high volume of human rights complaints while ensuring privacy and accessibility in line with the Human Rights Code and FOIPPA. Their work has a meaningful impact on individuals and communities, fostering a more just and inclusive society, and they value collaboration, respect, and integrity in everything they do.
The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to provide legal and administrative support in a tribunal setting, ensuring legal documentation meets professional standards. This role involves reviewing and preparing legal documents, conducting online research for case law and statutes, and administering the release of tribunal decisions with a focus on accuracy, readability, and accessibility. Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), the ideal candidate will support tribunal members in delivering fair and accessible hearings, assist with public access requests, and contribute to a legal process that is transparent and inclusive for all.
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Certificate or coursework in a legal administrative assistant program and 1 YEAR related experience; OR
- Secondary School graduation (Dogwood, GED) and 2-years related experience; OR
- Evergreen and 2 years related experience; OR
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience working in a near paperless environment, using only online or computer-based systems to manage work, document outcomes and record statistical data.
Preference may be given to applicants with:
- Experience working in a legal office.
- Experience with computer software tools and techniques used for legal purposes (e.g. Adobe Acrobat, and MS Office, Summation).
- Experience with computer software tools and techniques used for legal purposes including electronic case management and diarizing tasks.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Marc.Lefebvre@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
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. 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: 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.
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