Senior Paralegal

Important messages

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Assessment accommodation

Only applications received directly via the System (https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1710?toggleLanguage=en) will be accepted.

If you do not clearly demonstrate how you meet all screening criteria, your application will be rejected. Your application may also be rejected if it has incomplete information. We will not contact you to request information that is missing from your application.

Work environment

TBS is a central agency located in the National Capital Region. Working at TBS offers a unique opportunity to:
• contribute to the work of a central federal agency
• be part of cultivating the federal public service as a model workplace

With high-performing teams and innovative practices, TBS professionals in various fields serve Canadians by:
• collaborating on government-wide initiatives
• driving excellence in people management
• taking initiative
• effectively managing risks

Our newly renovated building at 219 Laurier Ave W in the downtown core meets the government’s new Workplace 2.0 concept and have Wi-Fi throughout. Employees have access to amenities such as showers, change rooms and secure bicycle storage, allowing them to commute using Ottawa’s bike path system.

If you are a leader, a motivator and a strategic thinker who wants to work for one of Canada’s Top Employers, consider joining the TBS team.

Intent of the process

The initial intent of this process is to offer one indeterminate appointment.

A pool of qualified persons resulting from this process may be created and may be used to fill similar positions with linguistic profiles (English essential, bilingual imperative BBB/BBB, bilingual imperative CBC/CBC, bilingual non-imperative BBB, bilingual non-imperative CBC) as well as tenures (indeterminate, deployment, acting, assignment, secondment, specified period) which may vary according to the position being staffed.

This pool may be used to staff similar positions in other organizations within the core public administration (http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/plcy-pltq/rfli-lirf/index-eng.htm).

By applying to this process, you consent to your personal application-related information being shared with other government departments interested in staffing similar positions.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Education:
- Successful completion of two years of a post-secondary program with acceptable specialization in social science, statistics, library/archival work or a law-related field.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Significant* experience in conducting legal research using conventional tools and electronic systems or databases;
- Significant* experience in drafting legal documents for litigation;
- Significant* experience in drafting case summaries for various legal reports;
- Significant* experience presenting and participating in hearings.

Significant experience* is defined as the depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of the duties during a period of at least three (3) years.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Language Requirements :
- English Essential;
- Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB;
- Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC;
- Non-imperative BBB;
- Non-imperative CBC.

Information on language requirements

Knowledge:
- Knowledge of the litigation process;
- Knowledge of Federal Courts Rules;
- Knowledge of legal information management systems.

Competencies:
- Demonstrating Integrity and Respect;
- Thinking Things Through;
- Working Effectively with Others;
- Showing Initiative and being Action-Oriented.

Abilities:
- Ability to analyze legal issues and formulate conclusions;
- Ability to prepare case summaries from various legal sources;
- Ability to communicate effectively orally;
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing;
- Ability to work under pressure.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Education:
- Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in Law;
- Paralegal Certificate.

Degree equivalency

Experience:
- Experience working in the federal government;
- Substantial experience* in litigation or presentation before tribunals or review boards.

Substantial experience* is defined as the depth and breadth of experience associated with the performance of the duties during a period of approximately four (4) years.

Organizational Needs:
- Treasury Board Secretariat employees affected by workforce adjustment may be appointed before persons employed by other government organizations;
- In support of achieving a diverse workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women.

Operational Requirements:
- Ability to work overtime with little notice on occasion.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance - A valid secret security clearance is a condition of employment required for an appointment at the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS). Failure to obtain this security clearance means either the candidate will not receive a job offer or the conditional offer will be rendered null and void. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to:

• criminal record checks
• length of time living in Canada
• reference checks
• previous employment
• open source checks
• credit/financial status

Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable appropriate inquiries, verifications and assessments to be conducted. For a secret security clearance, the verification of background information over a period of 10 years is typically required. Many of the verifications require support from third parties whose timelines are outside of TBS’s control. Overall, the process may take several weeks or months to complete. For further information, you may wish to review the TB Standard on Security Screening and the Policy on Government Security.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

We will communicate with you about this process by email. As a result, you must update your Public Service Resourcing System profile if it changes. Applicants should use an email address that accepts messages from unknown senders (some email systems block such messages).

If you do not respond to our communications, we will interpret this as your withdrawal from the process.

Candidates may be required to meet the asset qualifications or the organizational needs, depending on the requirements of the specific position being staffed.

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

You must indicate on your application if you require a technical aid for testing or an alternative method of assessment.

A random and/or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.