BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Region 4 Paralegal team is a well-established, close-knit team that fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment. Working alongside Crown Counsel, Paralegals, Legal Assistants, Senior Legal Analysts, and others, this team plays a vital role in advising government and police on criminal law matters, developing policies, and upholding the prosecution of criminal offences in British Columbia. Guided by the Crown Counsel Act and the BC Prosecution Service’s policies, this team’s work significantly impacts the justice system, contributing to public safety and fair legal practices. Applicants will appreciate the sense of camaraderie and shared purpose in this dedicated group.

The Role
The Senior Paralegal is a subject matter expert and team leader who provides specialized legal and operational support to Crown Counsel in the preparation and management of criminal prosecution files, including complex, high-profile, and sensitive cases. The role involves reviewing and analyzing extensive evidentiary materials, identifying disclosure issues, preparing legal summaries, coordinating witnesses and victims, conducting legal research, and organizing evidence for court proceedings. In addition, the Senior Paralegal provides functional leadership to Paralegal teams by coordinating workloads, supporting training and onboarding, and acting as a resource on disclosure practices, case management, and technology. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound judgment, leadership capability, and the ability to work effectively with justice system partners in a fast-paced and demanding environment where accuracy, timeliness, and public confidence in the justice system are paramount.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Secondary school graduation and completion of a recognized Paralegal Certificate or equivalent;
• Five years of experience working in a legal office environment with preferred experience working in a criminal justice setting;
• Preference may be given to those with at least two years of experience working as a Paralegal; preference may also be given to applicants with at least one year of experience working as a Paralegal within the BC Prosecution Service;
• Experience leading teams or supervising staff, including allocation of work, performance appraisals, etc.  Minimum of one year of experience is preferred.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Jennifer.Singerland@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/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Market Adjustments* 
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.

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: 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 standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

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.