Supervisor, Support Staff (Canada)

Supervisor, Support Staff (Canada)

29 Oct
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Government of Alberta
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Canada

29 Oct

Government of Alberta

Canada

Job Information Job Title: Supervisor, Support Staff Job Requisition ID: 87816 Ministry: Justice

Location:
Various Full or Part-Time: Full-time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: November 4, 2026 Classification: Legal Administration 3

Salary:
$2,471.59
- $3,127.35 bi-weekly ($65,508
- $81,625/year) Plus Weekend and Evening Premiums. The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Ministry of Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) prosecutes persons charged with Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, and provincial statute offences. The ACPS promotes safe communities by vigorously prosecuting cases involving serious and violent crime and working with individuals and organizations in the community to identify and implement improved and alternative approaches to the administration of criminal justice. In addition, the ACPS develops criminal law policy for the province and supports criminal law consultation with other levels of government. Role Responsibilities Are you an individual who demonstrates leadership and respect in all that you do, this opportunity is for you Reporting to the Manager, the Supervisor, Support Staff is responsible for:
• Leading and overseeing the daily operations of the Unit, ensuring high-quality, timely support to prosecutors and court operations.
• Supervising, coaching, and developing a team of Legal Assistants, including performance management, training, and employee development.
• Managing workload allocation, operational priorities, and quality assurance processes to ensure service standards and court deadlines are met.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, and the implementation of training programs for support staff.
• Providing leadership in employee relations matters, fostering a positive workplace culture, and ensuring compliance with policies, procedures, and collective agreements.
• Overseeing legal file administration processes and ensuring files, court documents, and records are managed accurately and in accordance with established standards.
• Building and maintaining effective relationships with prosecutors, justice partners, law enforcement agencies, court services, and other internal and external stakeholders.




• Contributing to operational planning, process improvement initiatives, and the development of effective business practices that support divisional objectives. Also, as the ideal candidate you will possess:
• A comprehensive understanding of the Justice system and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with JOIN, PRISM and Adobe
• Exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• The ability to work independently and in a team
• Excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong problem-solving skills. The

Job Description
is provided for further details on this position. APS Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
• Build Collaborative Environments to manage relationships to work towards a common goal.
• Creative Problem Solving to be proactive in identifying solutions and focusing on continuous improvement.
• Develop Networks to proactively build networks, connect and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
• Develop self and others by committing to lifelong learning, and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others. Qualifications

Requirements:
• Two-year diploma in a related field such as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Criminology
• Two years progressively responsible related experience working in a criminal justice environment
• Supervisory experience, including managing a team of five or more employees. Preference will be given to those with:
• Experience with legal file administration, court processes, records management, and supporting prosecutors in a criminal law environment.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and agreements, including the Criminal Code, Rules of Court, Access to Information Act, and collective agreements. Equivalencies considered: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education Assets:
• Experience working with Adobe, JOIN,



and/or PRISM Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Notes Hours of work: 6/3 Schedule
- 3 Days, 3 Evenings, 3 Days off with the evening shift having an opportunity to Work from Home. Work

Location:
This position can work out of any available ACPS office in Alberta (Edmonton, Calgary, other ACPS offices). Positions Available: One Full-time permanent position. Please Note:
• Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).
• Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.
• Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. Links and information on what we have to offer:
• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) .
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To Apply
Applicants 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 online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information. In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006
- June 2009 (part time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience. It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is also recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement This 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. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy V Zaiffdeen at Cindy.
V.
[email protected].

📌 Supervisor, Support Staff (Canada)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Canada

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