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Legal Assistant

Government of Alberta -
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Permanent
$60,241.15–$76,224.27 a year
5 hours ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office
Administrative experience
Organizational skills
College diploma
Communication skills
Office experience

Full job description

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 86226
Ministry: Justice
Location: Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent and Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: August 17, 2026
Classification: Legal Administration 2
Salary: $2,308.09 to $2,920.47/bi-weekly ($60,241.15 to $76,224.27/Year)

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. To follow this link find out more about our department

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, 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.

Information regarding the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) can be found by visiting our website at:

Role Responsibilities

Join Our Team as a Temporary or Permanent Legal Assistant.

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to provide legal and administrative support for the prosecution of criminal and provincial offences? Do you excel in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment?

The Appeals and Specialized Prosecutions Office (ASO) of the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (ACPS) is currently hiring for a Permanent and Temporary Legal Assistant positions in their Specialized Prosecutions Office located in Calgary.

If you are passionate about supporting the justice system and looking to contribute your skills to a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!

As the successful candidate, you will:

Facilitate pre-charge consultations and maintain contact with stakeholders.
Manage witnesses, including scheduling interviews, coordinating travel arrangements, explaining the criminal process, and addressing questions or concerns.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure proper handling of criminal files.
Organize, manage, and maintain Crown files.
Maintain Crown Prosecutor diaries and the diarization system using Outlook.
Vet, track, and maintain disclosure materials.
Prepare and file complex legal documentation.
Respond to and follow up on inquiries from the public, defense counsel, and the accused.
Conduct legal research at the direction of Crown Prosecutors.
Use the Justice Online Information Network (JOIN) and Prosecutor Information System Manager (PRISM) to verify charges, court dates, assigned prosecutors, locations, and subpoena witnesses.
Create and complete various forms of correspondence.
Perform specialized ad hoc administrative tasks as assigned.
Assist other Legal Assistants as needed.

The ideal candidate will possess:

A comprehensive understanding of the justice system and legal processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
Strong problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.
Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.
The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
A professional and respectful approach when working with stakeholders.
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
Strong knowledge of office procedures and experience using systems such as JOIN, PRISM, Microsoft Office, database programs, and Adobe Pro.

Why Join Us?
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the criminal justice system while growing your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are motivated, resourceful, and ready to take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you!

Please

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:

To be successful in the role you will demonstrate the following competencies:

Agility: Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments
Drive for Results: Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them. Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress.
Develop Self and Others: Desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of self and others
Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
Develop Networks: Proactively builds networks, connects and build trust in relationships with different stakeholders
Systems Thinking: Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other areas.
Creative Problem Solving: Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Qualifications

Two-year diploma in a related field such as a Legal Assistant, Paralegal or Criminology, plus a minimum of one year progressively responsible related experience working in a legal administrative role within an office setting.

Equivalencies considered:

Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

1 year of education for 1 year of experience e.g related Diploma and minimum of 1 year related experience; related certificate and minimum of 2 years related experience; minimum of 3 years related experience
1 year of experience for 1 year of education e.g 1 year related experience and related Diploma; 2 years related experience and related certificate; minimum of 3 years related education.

Required

Experience working with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint,Outlook and Adobe).
Experience working in a legal administrative role within an office environment

Assets

Experience working with, JOIN, PRISM, Criminal eFile.
Experience working in a legal environment specializing in Criminal law is preferred.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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Notes

This opportunity is located in Calgary.

Hours of work per week: 36.25 hours/week, Monday to Friday

In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter briefly outlining your criminal law experience (applications without the Cover Letter may not be considered).

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
There is a permanent position and a temporary position available (tenure 12 months – 24 months).

This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies across government at the same or lower classification.

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.

You may be exposed to highly sensitive and confidential information, which may be of a graphic nature that may have a strong emotional impact. Graphic material may include, but is not limited to, murder scenes and assault victim(s), autopsy photos, 911 audios and material relating to child exploitation investigations

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

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Professional learning and development -
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
Leadership and mentorship programs

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 for a job online. Please see Job Application Resoures for 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 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. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Ashley Crooks at [email protected].

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