Legal Administrative Assistant - ASL 4
Office of the Attorney General
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Public Prosecution Services
Permanent ¿ Open competition
Edmundston

Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Public Prosecutions Service of the Department of Justice and Public Safety, Office of the Attorney General, is seeking an individual to join the Edmundston Crown Prosecutors Office as a Legal Assistant.

The mandate of the Office of the Attorney General is to promote the impartial administration of justice and ensure the protection of the public interest in New Brunswick on behalf of the Crown. The Office includes the Public Prosecution Services Branch.

What you will do
As a member of the Public Prosecutions Service team, the Legal Assistant is responsible for the management of investigative files within the regional office. This includes preparing and reviewing correspondence, court briefs, reports, court orders, preparing the affidavits of service and coordinating the service of court documents in accordance with the Rules of court. The successful candidate will also be responsible for reception; responding to inquiries; managing all aspects of the office and in-house file management system; managing all aspects of disclosure requests and tracking of same, maintaining office equipment; as well as other related duties as may be assigned. Work will involve face to face and telephone communication with lawyers, police, witnesses, victims, accused persons and government agencies.

Please clearly state your language capability.

Work environment

• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• The incumbent's main responsibilities will be in Edmundston; however, he/she may be asked to cover other regional offices in New Brunswick as required from time to time
• Possession of a valid driver's license
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.

Who you are

• You demonstrate effective team collaboration and foster a positive attitude at work
• You are energized by a fast-paced environment and are resilient
• You have outstanding communication skills
• You are a born leader with strong work ethics
• You are detail oriented
• You are result oriented and a problem solver

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required, please state your language capability.

Behavioural Competencies:
The successful candidate will possess the following behavioral competencies:

• Teamwork and cooperation
• Concern for order
• Effective interactive communication
• Flexibility
• Self-control and stamina

Need to have

• High School diploma or GED and
• Successful completion of a one (1) year related post-secondary education and
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience

OR

• high school diploma or GED and
• minimum of six (6) years related work experience.

An equivalent combination of your education, training and work experience will be considered. Therefore, please include all relevant information in your application.

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Nice to Have (asset qualifications)

• Post-secondary certification as a Legal Assistant or a Paralegal
• Experience in criminal legal field such as filing documents in all levels of court, formatting legal documents and applying Rules of Court

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Wage
$1,816 to $2,205 biweekly, depending on education and experience.

What can GNB offer you?

• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• 1.25 days/month of paid vacation.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at [email protected] by December 5 2024 indicating competition number R78-2024-0559. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place
20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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