BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
This position is within the Justice and Public Safety (JPS) subgroup of the Justice, Health & Revenue (JHR) Group within the Ministry of Attorney General's Legal Services Branch (LSB).  The JPS team is an established group consisting of just under 30 lawyers, one paralegal, several legal assistants, a Legal Office Manager, and the Deputy Supervising Counsel.  This is a highly collegial team that values teamwork and mentorship, and the successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues in each of these roles. The JPS team provides legal advice and services to clients in the Ministry of Attorney General, the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, youth justice program areas in the Ministry of Children and Family Development, and parts of the Ministry of Transportation and Transit that are responsible for driver and road safety.  This work is diverse and engaging, and it makes tangible contributions to public safety and the administration of justice in British Columbia. 

The Role
As Legal Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice to ministry clients, assisting with policy, program, and legislation development. You'll work on complex and unique files with a supportive and collaborative team. A significant portion of your work will involve handling confidential and sensitive matters, keeping you at the forefront of legal developments. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about making a difference through their legal expertise.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing OR immediately eligible for membership in the Law Society of British Columbia;
• This Level is applicable to lawyers with twelve (12) or more years of call to the bar (called in 2015 or earlier), with the relevant experience.  Experience assessed in this or another jurisdiction as equivalent may be credited for hiring purposes for placement on the range.
• Recent experience (within the last 3 years) providing legal advice to government clients on complex matters in one or more of the following areas: policing law; administrative and regulatory law; statutory interpretation; criminal law; legislative initiatives.
• Experience effectively working both independently and as a member of a team.
• Experience organizing a busy practice and managing files with competing priorities to meet deadlines. 

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Recent experience (within the last 2 years) providing advice to government clients on matters directly related to policing law.

IMPORTANT: Where there is a difference between the qualifications reflected in the posting and the Job Profile, those stated on the job posting will be used for screening purposes.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Alexander.Stirling@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This position is subject to membership in the Professional Employees Association.
This is a temporary opportunity until 04/30/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 5 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 Check (CRC) 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.

The BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including one of the best pension plans available, and a healthy work-life balance within a diverse and inclusive work environment. Professional Employees Association members enjoy a 35-hour work week, four weeks of annual paid leave, and a 7% allowance in lieu of Overtime, Shiftwork and Standby (OSS), which can be taken as either additional salary or time off. Other benefits include coverage of professional fees, comprehensive dental and medical plans, and a wide range of career development and learning opportunities.

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.

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.

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 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.