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The British Columbia Review Board is a specialized statutory tribunal established by the Criminal Code of Canada under section 672.38 (1). Public safety is the paramount concern for the Board.
The Review Board has ongoing supervisory jurisdiction to hold hearings to make and review dispositions (orders) for any accused where a court has rendered a verdict of not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder (NCRMD) or unfit to stand trial (UST). In assuming jurisdiction following a court verdict, the Review Board holds a hearing within 45 days of the court verdict and at least once every 12 months until the accused is given an absolute discharge or, in fitness cases, until the Review Board determines the individual is fit to stand trial and is returned to court. A decision of the Review Board is comparable, in all respects, to a court order balancing the accused’s liberties and the safety of the public. These timelines are set out in the Criminal Code. The Review Board must take into account the safety of the public, which is the paramount consideration, the mental condition of the accused, the reintegration of the accused into society, and the other needs of the accused.

The Orders and Reasons Coordinator is responsible for editing reasons for judgment prior to distribution, in accordance with English grammar, style, and syntax and the BC Review Board style guide for writing and editing reasons for judgment. As part of the editing and review process, the position fact-checks reasons for judgment for accuracy of evidence (personal, psychiatric, and criminal history) and accurate references to applicable legislation and case law. This role is responsible for producing and distributing dispositions (orders), warrants, extended and amended orders, assessment orders, subpoenas, Inquiries Act orders, and stay inquiry documentation; fact-checking, editing and distributing reasons; and managing and distributing orders and reasons in accordance with internal policies and legislative requirements of Part XX.1 of the Criminal Code. The successful applicant will be working in a small office environment that provides an opportunity to be part of a team and gain experience in various administrative roles and responsibilities. The position interacts directly with the Chair of the board for all projects related to reasons, for example, the style guide and the reasons templates, as well as for sign off on all reasons. The position also interacts with alternate Chairs in relation to their draft reasons, requiring sensitivity and tact, as well as the confidence to make suggestions or advise of errors.

Job Requirements:

• Post-secondary degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Administration or related field AND one (1) year of related experience; OR
• Diploma in English, Communications, Journalism, Public Administration or related field AND three (3) years of related experience; OR
• Related experience must include the following:
• Experience developing, drafting, and editing a wide variety of written and electronic documents.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
• Two years clerical/administrative support experience; experience/training in keyboarding, word processing, and other standard computer applications.
• Position requires computer skills in Windows, Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, OneNote and Outlook.
• Person must demonstrate strong writing, editing, proofreading/editing, organizational, inter-personal and communication skills; as well as, a strong grasp of English grammar, style, and syntax, and ability to plan and multi-task. Maturity, tact, diplomacy and sound judgment are essential. Person must demonstrate ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
  

Preference may be given to applicants with 1 or more of the following:

• Additional years of experience with formal writing and editing.
• 1 year or more of recent experience in a legal organization, administrative tribunal, or justice sector.
• 1 year or more experience writing, proofreading, and editing for senior level or executive staff.
• Experience researching and analyzing information
• Prefer 40-50 wpm keyboarding speed and experience in a legal/court registry environment.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Paula.Thorburn@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:

This is a temporary opportunity until September 07, 2023, which may be extended or become permanent.

This position can be based in any Ministry of Attorney General office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week as per the Telework Agreement.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

Working for the BC Public Service:

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.

How to Apply:

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Use when a Comprehensive Questionnaire with radio button and essay questions is requested.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.