Counsel Department of Justice Canada - National Litigation Sector - British Columbia Regional Office Closing date: September 24, 2027 - 23:59, Pacific Time Reference number JUS26J-009721-000182 Selection process number 2026-JUS-EA-522314 Location Vancouver (British Columbia) Salary $93,262 to $128,628 Level LP-01 Who can apply Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

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On this page About the position Important messages When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies.

As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

Please note applications will be pulled/considered on the following dates: First pull: October 13, 2026 Second pull: February 15, 2027 Third pull: June 14, 2027 Final pull/Poster closes: September 24, 2027 Conditions of employment Conditions of Employment Reliability, Secret, or Top Secret security clearance (depending on position or as required).

Remain a member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia.

Operational Requirements Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends.

Willing and able to travel, as required.

You need (essential for the job) Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following Occupational Certification Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Chambre des notaires du Québec





Experience Experience providing legal services as counsel or through the completion of experiential training recognized and required by the law society to be called to the bar (for example: articling, clerking, Integrated Practice Curriculum (IPC), Law Practice Program (LPP), etc.).

Applied / assessed at a later date Knowledge Knowledge of relevant case law (i.e. recent changes and prominent cases) related to the position(s) being staffed.

Competencies Demonstrating integrity and respect Thinking things through Working effectively with others Showing initiative and being action-oriented

Abilities Oral communication Written communication Ability to identify legal issues and recommend solutions.

Ability to demonstrate judgment in seeking guidance on more complex issues.

Language requirements (essential for the job) Applied / assessed at a later date English essential Learn more about .

You may need (asset qualifications) May be applied / assessed at a later date Experience working in one or more of the following areas: civil litigation, criminal law, Aboriginal law, Immigration law, tort law, constitutional law, administrative law

Organizational Needs: The Department of Justice believes that to be able to effectively serve the public,



its workforce needs to reflect the diversity of the Canadian population.

Diversity is a great source of strength in driving Canada’s Legal Team in ensuring that Canada’s justice system is as fair, accessible and effective as possible.

The Department is committed to a representative workforce that represents the Canadian public we serve.

If you are a woman, an Indigenous person, a person with a disability, a member of a racialized group* or a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+**/ Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE) community, we encourage you to self-declare in this staffing process.* Please note that this group is currently designated as members of visible minorities in the Employment Equity Act. ** 2SLGBTQIA+: Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and people who identify as being part of sexual and gender diverse communities.

Our commitment We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process.

If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please below to request specialized accommodation.

All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves.

We promote employment equity and encourage you to if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

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