Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Job InformationJob Title: Legal OfficerJob Requisition ID: 79385Ministry: Service Alberta and Red Tape ReductionLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full-timeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: OpenClosing Date: February 12, 2026Classification: Legal Counsel 2Salary: $5,462.50 to $6764.60 bi-weekly ($142,571 - $176,556/year)Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction strives to enable the success of our Ministry partners and Albertans through providing exceptional client focused services that meet and exceed our clients' expectations. We are looking for collaborative, agile, solutions focused individuals with strong leadership skills and a strong service orientation. The Tribunal's legal counsel supports this mandate by advising the Condominium Dispute Resolution Tribunal on a wide range of administrative law matters. If that describes you, please read on.The Condominium Dispute Resolution Tribunal's mandate is to provide timely, fair, and independent dispute resolution services, consistent with relevant legislation, regulations, bylaws, rules, guidelines, and the principles of natural justice. The quasi-judicial Tribunal administers dispute resolution services for condominium corporations and owners in relation to specific matters of jurisdiction as set out in regulation, and in accordance with the Condominium Property Act, Condominium Property Regulation, and the new Condominium Tribunal Regulation as well as condominium corporation bylaws and rules.Reporting to the Director of the Tribunal, the Legal Officer of the Tribunal is responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to inform Tribunal operations and decisions. The role will develop and lead training for members and staff to enhance the quality and integrity of all Tribunal services and operations.Assess risk by identifying, evaluating, and explaining legal risks arising from organizational decisions, operations, or proposed actions. Provide clear actionable advice to mitigate or avoid risk. Advise on risk impacts related to administrative fairness, procedural integrity,



and compliance with government legislation.Develop and deliver comprehensive training materials for staff and members.Assist Tribunal staff with complex case management issues and potential process solutions.Inform the Chair and Director of emerging legal issues and recommend options and process enhancements to help shape decision making.Provide expert legal advice to staff and Tribunal members to facilitate impartial and timely resolution of all applications.Advise and consult on corporate matters such as annual reporting and business planning to ensure alignment with Government of Alberta policies.Provide legal guidance for the development of Tribunal policies and rules that guide resolution of disputes in compliance with legislation and principles of administrative law.Provide legal opinions on case law and develop a database of relevant precedential decisions.Represent the Tribunal at the Court of Kings Bench for appeals/judicial review matters.Participate as a member of the Tribunal management team to provide leadership to staff.Work with Tribunal Members, parties and ministry representatives to ensure relationships are developed and maintained. This may include representing the Tribunal at public events and ministry committees.Your legal expertise, strategic thinking, and ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks will be key to supporting the Tribunal's mandate. Drawing on your experience with agencies, boards, or commissions you will be able to guide Tribunal processes and decisions with confidence and precision. Your advanced analytical skills, attention to detail, and strong communication abilities will help you synthesize complex issues, prepare legal briefs, and deliver advice that meets the needs of the Tribunal, ministry, and stakeholders. You will lead and manage initiatives across cases,



balancing multiple priorities while fostering collaboration and trust with colleagues and external partners. If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we encourage you to apply.QualificationsBachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree and a minimum of four (4) years experience as a qualified legal practitioner.A qualified legal practitioner with a minimum of four years' experience across multiple practice areas, including Civil and Administrative law.Membership in valuable standing with the Law Society of Alberta.Cover Letter: Please provide a brief overview (approximately 300 - 400 words) outlining how your skills and qualifications make you a strong candidate for this role.Assets:Preference will be given to those that have a minimum of 6+ years of directly related experience in administrative law.Experience with agencies, boards, or commissions (municipal, provincial, federal).Knowledge and experience of the stakeholder community, and the current and emerging issues that could come before the Tribunal is an asset.Knowledge of the related legislation, regulations, and both regulatory and non-regulatory frameworks, and policies that relate to the Tribunal's mandate.Hours of work: 36.25 hours/week.Position type: One (1) permanent position.Location: 9Triple 8 Building, 9888 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 5C6.How To ApplyApplicants 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 https://www.Alberta.Ca/job-application-resources#before for more information.Closing StatementThis 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. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.For accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Cynthia Masemola at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Legal Officer - C$142,571 - C$176,556 A Year (Edmonton)
🏢 Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction
📍 Edmonton