LG CNSL 2 PEA Legal Counsel

The Team
The Ministry of Attorney General as represented by the Attorney General is the legal advisor to the government of British Columbia and is charged with ensuring that the administration of public affairs is carried out in accordance with the law. Legal Services Branch (LSB) supports the Attorney General in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB assists all ministries of the government Cabinet and certain public bodies.

The Role
The Justice Health and Revenue Group is seeking to fill one full-time temporary assignment for a Legal Counsel Level 2 to join the Directors Counsel Team (DCT) and provide legal services to the Director and delegates appointed under the Child Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA) in the area of child protection litigation. It is possible that this temporary assignment may become permanent. The DCT works closely with front line child protection social workers team leaders and Directors of Operation in the region. Representing both clients from by the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies. The majority of the work within DCT focus on matters within Southern Vancouver Island and the Peace Region however increasingly ad hoc services are being provided outside of that area and across the province.

The successful applicant will appear regularly before the Provincial Court of British Columbia and at alternative dispute resolution processes such as mediation case conferences and traditional Indigenous decision-making processes. The successful candidate will also respond to high volume urgent legal requests primarily throughout Southern Vancouver Island and with respect to challenging child protection matters in other areas of the province upon request.

Preferably we are seeking a lawyer with existing experience in provincial court litigation more specifically experience in the areas of child protection family law or criminal law. The successful applicant will have strong analytical abilities and legal judgment including the ability to communicate complex issues to clients in a timely way. Applicants must be able to respond to urgent time-sensitive matters with an excellent quality of advice taking into consideration both legal obligations and constrains as well as government policies and guidelines.

The successful applicant will work as part of team of lawyers and legal support staff must have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while handling a significant volume of files.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Must be a member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing with 6 to 11 years of call.
• Litigation experience in the areas of child protection family law or criminal law in the Provincial Court of British Columbia.
• Experience in alternative dispute resolution.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience working with incorporating and considering diverse perspectives and serving a diverse client base/population.
• Experience providing legal advice to and working collaboratively with members of Indigenous communities.
• Experience related to the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
• Experience with CFCSA.
• Experience with the Provincial Court (CFCSA) Rules.

Proviso

• Frequent vehicle travel is required for this position.

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About this Position:
This position is subject to membership in the Professional Employees Association.
This is a temporary opportunity until 01/29/2027. This position may be extended or become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
This position is based in Victoria British Columbia.
Flexible work options may be available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.
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.

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Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary diverse work environment a healthy work/life balance and excellent addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members there is an allowance to cover professional fees strong dental and medical plans andmuch more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken astaken as time off or salary on an annual basis which is on top offour (4)weeks annual leave.

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 youve worked on or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process including helpful tips and videos about the application process visit theYour Job Applicationpage of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining aCareer Conversation.

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 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 theTechnical Assistancepage of MyHR.