Casual Opportunities - Law (EC01, EC03 and LP01)

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.

► We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The first extraction may take place as early as April 2024. All extractions will take place on an "as and when needed" basis.

► All job applications must be submitted on-line. For persons with disabilities, should you not be able to apply on-line, you are asked to contact 1-800-645-5605 for assistance. Persons requiring accommodation preventing them from applying on-line should contact the contact person identified below prior to the closing date. Otherwise, your job application should be submitted through the Public Service Resourcing System. You may also review jobs open to the public through INFOTEL at 1-800-645-5605. The INFOTEL number for people using a teletypewriter or a telecommunications device for the hearing impaired is 1-800-465-7735. For general questions on how to apply online please call:

• Toll-free: 1-888-780-4444
• TTY/TDD: 1-800-465-7735

► What is casual employment?

Casual employment is a temporary employment of 90 working days or less, in a calendar year, to meet needs arising from such contingencies as vacations, sick and training leaves, to conduct special projects that are anticipated but dependent of the availability of funds, etc.

NOTE: Casual workers are not subject to the provision of the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). This means that casual workers are not eligible to apply to internal appointment processes. In addition, the PSEA specifies that the number of days worked as a casual worker cannot exceed 90 days in a calendar year within the same department.

Work environment

ABOUT THE LAW COMMISSION OF CANADA

The Law Commission of Canada (LCC) was re-established in June 2023 to provide advice on improvements, modernization and reform for a just legal system that meets the changing needs of Canadian society. LCC will provide intensive and extensive research experience, as well as an opportunity to develop critical analysis and writing abilities. You will also benefit from mentorship by the LCC President.

Intent of the process

An inventory for casual opportunities will be established from this process, which may be used to staff short-term vacancies within the Law Commission of Canada. These vacancies may require various language requirements, operational requirements, condition of employment and/or work locations not listed.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

A covering letter "Why are you interested to work for the Law Commission of Canada and how will you contribute meaningfully to its mandate?''"

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

EDUCATION - EC-01 and EC-03:

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in economics, sociology or statistics.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION - LP-01

Eligibility for membership in the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada or in the Chambre des notaires du Québec.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE:

EC-01 - Experience conducting research and analysis in an academic, training, professional, or volunteering environment within and outside Canada.

EC-03 - Experience conducting research and analysis on a wide range of subjects or issues.

LP-01 - Experience providing legal services (for example working on legal and/or legal policy matters) as counsel, articling student, or law clerk to a judge.

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

Various language requirements

Information on language requirements

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

Applicants should have excellent research and writing skills, experience working in a collaborative environment, curiosity and willingness to learn, and a demonstrated commitment to contributing to the work of the LCC. Training in both common law and civil law, knowledge of additional legal traditions, a master’s of law degree, and clerkship experience will all be considered assets.

Degree equivalency

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Willing and able to work extended hours including weekends.

Conditions of employment

Security and Reliability:

- Varies according to the job requirements.

LP-01: Remain a member in good standing of the Law Society of a province or territory of Canada with the Law Societies or in the Chambre des notaires du Québec.

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

Communications related to this process will be sent by e-mail. It is your responsibility to ensure that a valid e-mail address is provided, that it is updated accordingly and that it accepts messages from unknown senders. We encourage you to provide a second e-mail address.

Proof of education may be required. If you were educated outside of Canada, you must have your credentials and/or diploma assessed against Canadian education standards. The public service will accept any Foreign Educational Credentials as long as they are deemed comparable to Canadian standards, through a recognize credential assessment service. For more information, please click on Degree Equivalency.

To help us determine for which position you would be best suited for you will be asked several screening questions through the application process. If you answer “yes” to any of the questions, you must show in your CV in what capacity you gained this experience (job title, role, responsibilities, duties, timeframe, organization, etc.). The board members reviewing your application must be able to see clearly that you meet the required qualifications. Failing to do so may result in your application being rejected.

As various positions will be filled from this process, a complete statement of merit criteria is not provided at this time. The criteria listed are those requirements to be met for entry into the inventory. Should you be contacted for further consideration, the hiring manager will provide a copy of the complete Statement of Merit Criteria (SoMC) for the position being filled. At that time, you may be required to provide additional information to be used for screening and assessment. The merit criteria may be assessed each time using a variety of assessment methods in accordance with the position requirements.

► How to Update Your Application

This inventory will be open for one year. Please ensure to update your applicant profile whenever there is a change of your information (i.e., Organization, Work Location, Employment Status, Education Credentials, etc.).

- To update your application, please go to your “Job Applications Submitted,” click “Retrieve Application,” update your information and click, “Submit Application.”

- Should you no longer be interested in being assessed, please go to your “Job Applications Submitted,” click “Retrieve Application,” and “Delete Application.”

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, 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.

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