CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant - Closing date extended

The Team
The BC Prosecution Service operates in a fast-changing and high-pressure environment, shaped by evolving legal requirements and increasing volumes of digital evidence, which makes timely and effective disclosure more important than ever. The team is responsible for prosecuting criminal and regulatory offences and appeals across British Columbia, while also providing criminal law advice to police and government and supporting consistent policies and procedures. This work is grounded in fairness, accountability, and public confidence in the justice system, with a strong focus on serving diverse communities and ensuring equitable access to justice.

The Role
Legal Assistants provide essential support to Crown Counsel by helping prepare prosecution case files for court and completing a wide range of legal and administrative tasks under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager. Working in a high-profile, fast-paced environment, this role relies on strong organization, clear communication, and respectful teamwork to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a recognized Legal Assistant certificate OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Administrative experience, including:
  • Office experience working in a confidential capacity.
  • Experience typing, drafting, formatting, proofreading and editing a variety of documents.
  • Experience developing and maintaining administrative systems, procedures and standards.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of administrative experience.
• At least 1 year of recent experience (within the last 3 years) working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
• Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings and making travel arrangements.
• Recent experience (within the last 3 years) working for the BC Prosecution Service.
• Experience working in the criminal justice sector.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:
Amendment 2026-10-30: Posting closing date extended to 2026-11-09.
1 Position is available.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill 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.

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 Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

Join the BC Public Service, a Canada’s Top 100 Employers award winner that offers diverse career opportunities in more than 200 occupations across 280 communities throughout British Columbia. You'll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work-life balance, and meaningful work that supports your professional growth. Build your career in beautiful British Columbia.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

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.

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. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.