Legal Assistant

Job Information
Job Title: Legal Assistant
Job Requisition ID: 58124
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary ( 2 positions)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 15, 2024
Classification: Legal Administration 2
Salary: ​($2,073.50 to $ 2,549.41) bi-weekly ($54,118.35 to $66,539.60 /year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: The Ministry of Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. To follow this link find out more about our department The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons charged with Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial statute offences. The ACPS promotes safe communities by vigorously prosecuting cases involving serious and violent crime, working with individuals and organizations in the community to identify and implement improved and alternative approaches to the administration of criminal justice. In addition, the ACPS develops criminal law policy for the province and supports criminal law consultation with other levels of government. Information regarding the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) can be found by visiting our website at:

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for a great opportunity to provide support for the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service has opportunities available for Legal Assistant within the Bail unit. As the successful candidate you will:

• Utilize the Justice Online Information network (JOIN) to verify charges, court dates, release documents, JOIN tracking sheets.
• Independently searches and obtains missing documentation and information sent from policing agencies.
• Utilize Prosescutor information System Manager (PRISM) to add notes when required for future court dates, finding documents for the present bail hearing.
• Utilize Criminal E-File to access additional information.
• Responsible for ingestion of bail package utilizing Globalscape
• Cref Utilize the Bail Hearing list to ensure all bail herings are entered, packages are uploaded and current status is updated regularly. Ensuring the tight deadlines are met.
• Work closely with Duty Counsel and Defence Councel when sending disclosure following the strict policy and procedures in relation to releasing disclosure packages.

As the Ideal candidate you possess:

• A comprehensive understanding of the Justice system and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• The ability to work independently and in a team

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process. This link will assist you with understanding competencies: To be successful in the role you will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Agility - Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments
• Drive for Results - Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them. Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress.
• Develop Self and Others – Desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of self and others
• Build Collaborative Environments - Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Develop Networks – Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
• Systems Thinking – Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other areas.
• Creative Problem Solving – Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Qualifications

Two-year diploma in a related field such as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Criminology, plus a minimum of one year progressively responsible related experience working in a legal administrative role within an office setting. Equivalencies considered:
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Required
Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Assets

• Experience working with Adobe, JOIN, PRISM, Criminal eFile, and the Bail Hearing list.

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Notes

This opportunity is located in Edmonton Hours of work per week: 36.25 hours/week. This job has a shift rotation of 3 days, 3 evenings and 3 days off. Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

• There are two temporary positions, one for two (2) years and one for six (6) months both position has the possibility to extend

This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies across government at the same or lower classification. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees. Working for the Alberta Public Service -
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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information. It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Khadija Akther at [email protected] .