Posting Title

CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant - Closing Date Extended

Position Classification

Clerk Stenographer R12

Union

GEU

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

$57,699.62 - $65,135.07 annually

Close Date

9/29/2026

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry/Organization

BC Public Service -> Attorney General

Ministry Branch / Division

BC Prosecution Service

Job Summary The Team

As a Legal Assistant, you will support Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files for court proceedings. Working under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager, you will perform a variety of legal services in a high-profile and fast-paced office. Your role requires flexibility, teamwork, tact, diplomacy, communication, and strong organizational skills to ensure the efficient, accurate, and timely completion of responsibilities.

The Role

As a Legal Assistant, you will support Crown Counsel in preparing prosecution case files for court proceedings. Working under the supervision of Crown Counsel and the Office Manager, you will perform a variety of legal services in a high-profile and fast-paced office. Your role requires flexibility, teamwork, tact, diplomacy, communication, and strong organizational skills to ensure the effective, accurate, and timely completion of responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience Requirements

- Secondary school graduation or equivalent.
- Experience working as an administrative or legal assistant in an office environment.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:
- Successful completion of an Administrative Assistant, Legal Assistant, or Paralegal certificate.
- Experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.




- One year or more experience working as a Legal Assistant in a legal office.
- Experience working within the criminal justice sector.
- Experience working in the BC Prosecution Service.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected].

About this Position:

Amendement September 14, 2026: Posting closing date extended to September 22, 2026.

Amendment September 22, 2026: Posting closing date extended to September 29, 2026.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to two (2) days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.

A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

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 innovative, 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.





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How to Apply:

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

Job Category

Administrative Services, Court and Judicial Services

📌 CLK ST 12R - Legal Assistant - Closing Date Extended (Nanaimo)
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