The Team
At the Public Guardian and Trustee of BC (PGT), we protect the legal, financial, and personal interests of vulnerable British Columbians, including children, adults in need of support, and individuals with unclaimed estates.
The Child and Youth Services (CYS) Legal Assistant Team plays a vital role in safeguarding the legal and financial rights of B.C.’s children and youth. Our six Legal Assistants work closely with Paralegals, Lawyers, and leadership to support estates and civil claims, ensuring no minor loses access to what they are entitled to.
We are a collaborative and adaptable team that values accountability and mutual support. If you’re looking for meaningful work in a dynamic environment, we’d love to welcome you to CYS Legal!
The Role
The position provides administrative support services to in-house counsel in the Child & Youth Services Division or the Services to Adults Division. In addition, these positions work closely with other support staff in their Divisions to ensure seamless services to clients. The legal assistant reports to the Administrative Team Leaders in Child & Youth Services or in Services to Adults for administrative matters. Work is assigned by their supervisor and/or in-house counsel.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 graduation or equivalent.
- One year of experience working in a legal office, in a legal support capacity.
- Keyboarding speed of 50 words per minute.
- Intermediate word processing knowledge (MS Office).
Preference may be given to applicants who have:
- Preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as First Nations, Métis or Inuit with the required education and experience
- Completion or partial completion of a recognized legal assistant program
- Completion or partial completion of a recognized paralegal program
- Completion or partial completion of post graduate studies in legal practice
For questions regarding this position, please contact Lisbister@trustee.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This posting is to establish an eligibility list to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 1 day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
Placement in a PGT position is subject to the successful results of an enhanced security clearance check.
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: 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 comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
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