Legal Administrative Assistant

Legal Assistant -ASL4Legal Services Office of Attorney GeneralDepartment of Justice and Public Safety Permanent / OpenFredericton, NB Interested in making a difference in our province? We encourage you to Choose GNB! Who we areThe work we do has a positive impact on our communities, and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens. The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an individual to provide administrative support in both official languages for the Legal Services Branch in Fredericton. What you will doAs a member of the Legal Services Branch, the successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Branch including to lawyers and management. Who you areThe position requires a motivated individual with excellent organizational skills and the ability to assume a wide variety of duties. The successful candidate must have strong communication skills and must perform administrative functions in an exact manner with minimum supervision. Candidates must be comfortable working in a legal environment. Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:Need to have:High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required, and a minimum of one-year related post-secondary education. A minimum of five (5) years of administrative work experience is also required.Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. Written and spoken competence in English and French is required. Please state your language capability.Candidates must demonstrate on their application how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resume should be in chronological order, specifying education and employment in months and years, including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.OPERATIONAL

REQUIREMENTS: The following operational requirement is also required:Given the nature of this position, candidates must possess advanced written and oral communication skills in both French and EnglishNice to Have (their asset qualifications)Experience working with confidential and/or legal documentsExperience working in a legal settingSubject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:Effective interactive communicationClient service orientationTeamwork and cooperationFlexibilityTechnical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:Full competency in Microsoft Office SuiteWage$1816-$2205 Biweekly based on education and experienceWork environmentOffice location: 675 King Street, Chancery Place, FrederictonStandard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30Working outside of regular hours may be required on occasion We promote a scent-reduced environment.What can GNB offer you? Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training. Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.1.25 days/month of paid vacation.Providing a safe workplace for all. Y