BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The BC Prosecution Service is a dedicated team of legal professionals working in a dynamic and rapidly evolving justice system. Crown Counsel play a vital role in upholding public confidence by delivering fair, timely, and effective prosecutions while navigating complex legal and technological changes. The team is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace that values diverse perspectives and reflects the communities it serves.

The Role
This leadership role oversees a team that provides essential legal support to Crown Counsel on serious and complex prosecution files. The work is fast-paced and high-profile, requiring strong organization, clear communication, and a collaborative approach to ensure legal case files are prepared accurately and on time. The team values inclusion, respect, and diverse perspectives, recognizing that a supportive and equitable work environment strengthens both their work and the justice system they serve.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent (within the last 5 years) experience working as a Legal Assistant (or equivalent) for the BC Prosecution Service (or equivalent).
• Experience leading teams or supervising staff, which may include allocation of work, performance appraisals, peer-to-peer training, etc.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Successful completion of a Legal Assistant or Paralegal certificate.
• More than 2 years of recent (within the last 5 years) experience working as a Legal Assistant (or equivalent) for the BC Prosecution Service (or equivalent).
• Recent experience (within the last 18 months) working for the BC Prosecution Service.
• At least 1 year of experience leading teams or supervising staff, which may include allocation of work, performance appraisals, peer-to-peer training, etc.
• Experience leading teams or supervising staff within the BC Prosecution Service, which may include allocation of work, performance appraisals, peer-to-peer training, etc.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Angie.Fryer@gov.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 future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Kamloops is surrounded by over one hundred lakes as well as the North and South Thompson rivers. Water-based activities like fishing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, tubing, skiing, snowmobiling, and ice-fishing are all popular with locals. Kamloops has a very strong First Nations culture.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and 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 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.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

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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