LG CNSL 2 - PEA Legal Counsel Level 2 - Amended* - ) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn.Posting TitleLG CNSL 2 - PEA Legal Counsel Level 2 - Amended*Position ClassificationPEA Legal Counsel Level 2UnionPEAWork OptionsHybridLocationVictoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)Salary Range$152,829.29 - $198,199.37 annuallyClose Date4/22/2026Job TypeRegular Full TimeMinistry/OrganizationBC Public Service -> Attorney GeneralMinistry Branch / DivisionLegal Services BranchThe Team The Ministry of Attorney General, as represented by the Attorney General, is the legal advisor to the government of British Columbia and is charged with ensuring that the administration of public affairs is carried out in accordance with the law. Legal Services Branch (LSB) supports the Attorney General in fulfilling this mandate by serving as legal advisor to government in civil law matters. LSB provides legal advice to government and ensures that legal risks associated with government operations are reduced. LSB assists all ministries of the government, Cabinet and certain public bodies.The Role The Justice Health and Revenue Group is seeking one full‑time Legal Counsel Level 2 to join the Director’s Counsel Team (DCT) and provide legal services to the Director and delegates appointed under the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA) in the area of child protection litigation. The DCT works closely with front line child protection social workers, team leaders, and Directors of Operation in the region. Representing both clients from by the Ministry of Children and Family Development and Indigenous Child and Family Service Agencies. The majority of the work within DCT focus on matters within Southern Vancouver Island, Courtenay, Campbell River and the Peace Region, however increasingly ad hoc services are being provided outside of these areas and across the province.The successful applicant will appear regularly before the Provincial Court of British Columbia and at alternative dispute resolution processes,



such as mediation, case conferences and traditional Indigenous decision‑making processes. This will include travel for such purposes, primarily within Vancouver Island. The successful candidate will also respond to high volume, urgent legal requests primarily throughout Southern Vancouver Island and with respect to challenging child protection matters in other areas of the province upon request.We are seeking a lawyer with existing experience in provincial court litigation, more specifically experience in the areas of child protection, family law, or criminal law. The successful applicant will have strong analytical abilities and legal judgment, including the ability to communicate complex issues to clients in a timely way. Applicants must be able to respond to urgent, time‑sensitive matters with an excellent quality of advice taking into consideration both legal obligations and constraints as well as government policies and guidelines.The successful applicant will work as part of a team of lawyers and legal support staff, must have strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while handling a significant volume of files.Qualifications:Education and Experience RequirementsMust be a member of the Law Society of British Columbia in good standing or immediately eligible for call to the Law Society of British Columbia with between six (6) and eleven (11) years of call or between six (6) and eleven (11) years of relevant practice experience as a lawyer, if called for more than eleven (11) years.Recent (within the last two years)



litigation experience in the areas of child protection, family law, or criminal law in the Provincial Court of British Columbia.Experience in alternative dispute resolution.Preference may be given to applicants with:Experience working with, incorporating, and considering diverse perspectives and serving a diverse client base/population.Experience providing legal advice to and working collaboratively with members of Indigenous communities.Experience working with the Ministry of Children and Family Development, with a focus on child protection.Experience with CFCSA.Experience with the Provincial Court (CFCSA) Rules.Frequent vehicle travel is required for this position.Important:Where there is a difference between the qualifications reflected in the posting and the Job Profile, those stated on the job posting will be used for screening purposes.Working for the BC Public Service: The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an cutting-edge, inclusive and rewarding workplace.We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.Working for BC Public Service offers a competitive salary, diverse work environment, a healthy work/life balance, and excellent benefits. In addition to the base salary for Professional Employee Association members, there is an allowance to cover professional fees, strong dental and medical plans and much more. Salary listed does not include the additional 7% Overtime Shift Standby (OSS) provision that can be taken as a taken as time off or salary on an annual basis which is on top of four (4) weeks annual leave.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Lg Cnsl 2 - Pea Legal Counsel Level 2 - Amended - C$152,829.3 - C$198,199.4 A Year (Victoria)
🏢 BC Public Service
📍 Victoria