Paralegal, Illegal Practice Officer - Vancouver, Canada - Architectural Institute of BC

Description

Job Posting

• From coast to coast to coast, the Architectural Institute of British Columbia ("AIBC") is grateful to live, learn and work on the traditional and ancestral territories of the Indigenous Peoples who have been and continue to be the stewards of the land. The _
• AIBC head office is located on xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) nations lands, in Coast Salish Territory._

The Architectural Institute of B.C.

("AIBC") is seeking a
temporary full-time Paralegal, Illegal Practice Officer ("IP Officer") to join our hardworking and collaborative team for approximately
15 months (April 2023 to July This position plays an important role within the Professional Conduct and Illegal Practice department and will appeal to those who have a strong interest in professional regulation, working in the public interest, and the legal process.

About the Role

The IP Officer handles concerns and enquiries against those who are unlawfully providing architectural services or misrepresenting themselves as architects and providing or offering architectural services, contrary to the _Architects Regulation_.

This position also supports the professional conduct branch of the department with the enforcement of standards for registrants, including complaints, investigation, and discipline.

You will work closely with other members of the department and with members of the AIBC Investigation Committee, assisting with drafting correspondence and reports.

Measures of Success
To be successful in this role, effective time management, as well as strong communication and problem
- solving skills are crucial. Additionally, the ability to navigate difficult conversations and pay close attention to detail in all related tasks is of critical importance.


About You
This is a great opportunity for those who have a passion for and understanding of the foundations of professional ethics and administrative law, and who thrive in dynamic organizations In addition, you should:

• Have strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience managing complaint queries, writing reports, and preparing legal documents;
• Have strong customerservice skills and remain objective and professional in challenging conversations such as when a person is upset or confrontational;
• Demonstrate the ability to effectively prioritize your workload, work independently, and collaboratively within a team that places a strong emphasis on crosstraining across departmental functions; and
• Have good computer skills and confidently use tools and software such as Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, databases etc.).

You have gained these capacities through:

• A B.C. paralegal designation and having at least two years of paralegal or legal administration experience;
• A degree or diploma in a related field, or an equivalent combination of related experience, education, or training may be considered; and,
• Experience working in a regulatory body, government agency, postsecondary or nonprofit are considered assets.

Related litigation experience is also considered an asset.


About Us

The AIBC is an independent body with the mandate to regulate the profession of architecture in the interest of the public through a responsive framework.

Established in 1920 by provincial statute, the organization now governs the profession under the authority of the _Professional Governance Act_.

The AIBC maintains institutional excellence through continuous improvement and mutual respect. Our team fosters a welcoming, progressive, collaborative, and innovative environment.

This position will be offered a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, including the option for membership in the Public Service Pension Plan.

When working in our centrally located downtown Vancouver heritage building, you will be near a variety of excellent cultural, restaurant and commuter options.

The AIBC provides flexible working arrangements and has adopted a hybrid working environment where most staff split their time between the AIBC offices and working remotely.

How to Apply.

If you are interested in joining our team, please send a PDF of your
cover letter and resume in confidence no later than
March 14, 2023. Note that testing and assessments may be included as part of the recruitment process.

To support a work environment that reflects inclusion, innovation, and the diversity of our communities, women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse gender identity or expression, persons with disabilities, and others who may wish to enthusiastically contribute to the work of the AIBC, are encouraged to apply.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know.

Job Types:
Full-time, Fixed term contract

Contract length: 15 months


Benefits:

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