BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Justice, Health and Revenue Group (JHR) Subgroup Tax, Insolvency, Cost Recovery (TICR) is seeking applicants for the role of Legal Assistant to work with the Insolvency and Collections Team under the supervision of the Legal Office Manager.  The team is well-established and known for its highly collaborative and supportive work environment. With approximately 10 dedicated lawyers, paralegals, and legal assistants in an office group of 43 professionals, the team works closely with the Legal Office Manager, Deputy Supervisor, and other Legal Assistants. This work is crucial to maintaining economic health, protecting individual rights, and ensuring fair and efficient legal processes in insolvency and foreclosure matters.

The Role
As a Legal Assistant with the Insolvency & Foreclosure Team, you will manage Supreme Court petitions and applications under the Court Order Enforcement Act, including filing documents, coordinating with process servers, preparing records for hearings, and collaborating closely with lawyers and paralegals on insolvency, collection, and foreclosure matters. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals receive fair treatment and access resources to navigate complex processes and make informed decisions. You will be part of a supportive, positive, and friendly team that values continuous learning and development through the Pacific Leaders Program Job Requirements

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
• Enrolled in, or completion of a Legal Office Administrative Assistant program from a recognized institution and two (2) years’ recent experience working in an administrative role, OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience using Microsoft Suite and Adobe.
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Suite and Adobe
• Highly organized and comfortable with a high volume of files and balancing deadlines, independently and in a team
   

Preference may be given to applicants with one (1) or more of the following:

• Experience with Court Services Online (CSO) and BC Online.
• Experience with Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia (LTSA)
• Experience working with collections or of the Court Order Enforcement Act.
• Experience with any of the following: Personal Property Registry (PPR); BC Registry Services 
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tara.Macleod@gov.bc.ca.
 

About this Position:

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up a few 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.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) 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 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.

 

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. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

 

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.
 

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.