Legal Assistant - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Information
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, bi-weekly ($54,118.35 to $66,539.60 /year)

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.

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.
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

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:

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Agility:

Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments

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Drive for Results

Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them. Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress.

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Develop Self and Others

Desire to invest in the development of the longterm capability of self and others

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Build Collaborative Environments

Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.

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Develop Networks

Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders

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Systems Thinking

Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other areas.

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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: