Barrister And Solicitor

Job InformationJob Title:Barrister and SolicitorJob Requisition ID:84948Ministry: JusticeLocation:EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full timeHours of Work:hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: Permanent and Temporary positions availableScope:Open CompetitionClosing Date: Open until suitable candidate foundClassification: Civil Crown Counsel 2 - 3Salary:Civil Crown Counsel 2 - $ 5,593.60 to $ 6,926.96 bi-weekly ($145,992.96 - $180,793.66/year)Civil Crown Counsel 3 - $ 7,450.08 to $ 8,260.75 bi-weekly ($194,447.09 - $ 215,605.58/year)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. For more information, please visit: of Alberta Justice’s core businesses is to provide legal and strategic services to government which is done by the Legal Services Division. It includes providing legal advice, managing risks, and drafting legislation, regulations and orders-in-council. Legal Services is proud to be a learning organization and offers employees opportunities to learn and grow in their careers.Role Responsibilities
Are you an exceptional lawyer looking for a unique challenge with meaningful impact? Alberta Justice - Legal Services Division has an opportunity for you to join the Trade, Innovation, Post Secondary Legal Team (TIPS).We are looking for a dynamic lawyer to provide solicitor services to our clients.TIPS provides legal and strategic advice to the Government of Alberta, including to the following departments: Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration (JETI), Advanced Education (AE), Tourism and Sport (TS), and Technology and Innovation (TI). We provide advice on contracts, grants and procurement matters, legislative development, implementation and interpretation, administrative law matters, access and privacy, risk management, departmental programs, and strategic initiatives. The work is fast paced and provided in a team environment.In your role with TIPS, your responsibilities will include:Drafting substantive legal opinions (often with cross-team involvement),Providing legal and strategic advice to a diverse group of clients, with a focus on
Administrative LawContracts LawCorporate LawStatutory InterpretationPrivacy Law
Drafting and review of contracts, grants, and other legal agreements,Providing legal advisory services for the development of legislative projects,Advising on procurement issues,Conducting legal research, andActing as a resource for Legal Services Division colleagues.To achieve success in this role, you will need to demonstrate:A strong client focus with the ability to respond quickly to address client needs,Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills,Strong research skills,Exceptional oral and written communication skills, andAdaptability and the ability to work alone and with a team.Please click on this link to view the job description for 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.This link will assist you with understanding competencies: Thinking : Work done is part of a larger integrated and inner-related environment. Allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind.Creative Problem Solving : Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.Agility : Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience and work effectively in changing environments.Drive for Results : Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization while maintaining accountability.Develop Networks : Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with stakeholders.Build Collaborative Environment : Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively.Develop Self and Others : Commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:A Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) is required. For Law degrees obtained outside Canada, proof of accreditation from the National Committee on Accreditation (NCA) is required. You must be an active member or must have immediate eligibility for full membership with the Law Society of Alberta.Below is the minimum number of years required for each classification:Civil Crown Counsel 2: Minimum of 4 years legal experience.Civil Crown Counsel 3: Minimum of 11 years legal experience.A cover letter is required along with your application. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your:Legal experience and expertise,Relevant strengths and skills, andReasons for interest in the position.Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.Assets include experience providing legal advice on:Contracts, grants and procurement,The development of legislation and statutory instruments,Statutory interpretation in a government context, including legislation specific to the Crown and/or public agencies,The application of administrative law principles to decision-makers, andGovernance matters respecting public agencies.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to
Hours of work : 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week (Monday - Friday).Positions currently available:
This competition will be used to fill Temporary and permanent CCC2- CCC3 positions.Location : Bowker Building, 9833 109 Street, Edmonton, Alberta.Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.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 the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.Working for the Alberta Public Service - Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - Public Service Benefit Information - learning and development - Alberta Public Service Careers tool - workplace culture and work-life balance.Leadership and mentorship programs.
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