Adjudication Lawyer (Legal Adjudicative Officer)

Job title:

Adjudication Lawyer (Legal Adjudicative Officer)

Company

WorkSafeBC

Job description

OverviewAre you a lawyer with experience in administrative law, employment law, and/or human rights law? WorkSafeBC’s Law and Policy division is seeking a lawyer with at least 3 years’ call to conduct written hearings of prohibited action complaints filed under the Workers Compensation Act. You will review complaints filed by workers who consider that a prohibited action has been taken by an employer in retaliation for raising occupational health and safety concerns. You will evaluate evidence and submissions from parties and render a written decision on whether the complaint succeeds. You will also decide appropriate remedies for successful complaints.WorkSafeBC’s Law and Policy division is a full-service legal department that includes both solicitor and litigation practice areas, as well as privacy and policy lawyers. Consider joining a motivated team of lawyers who value hard work while prioritizing a healthy lifestyle with a strong focus on work-life balance.How you’ll make a difference: You’ll ensure WorkSafeBC is improving the health and safety of workplaces across the province.Where you’ll workAt WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.In this role, you’ll work primarily from your B.C. home and occasionally in our Richmond office.What you’ll doAs a legal adjudicative officer you will:

• Draft clear, well-reasoned written decisions on prohibited action complaints with varying degrees of complexity
• Conduct a high volume of written hearings in a timely manner and in accordance with the principles of procedural fairness
• Analyze submissions from parties and evaluate evidence
• Provide legal advice to officers and management on matters concerning prohibited action complaints
• Prepare and present training materials and tools to assist other WorkSafeBC staff who support our area

Is this a good fit for you?We’re looking for people who can:

• Independently manage a large caseload in an environment of frequently changing priorities
• Draft high quality, well-reasoned and timely decisions
• Evaluate submissions and weigh evidence in accordance with statutes, regulations, policies, guidelines and principles of procedural fairness
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Work effectively and respectfully as a team player

Your background and experience

• A law degree (LLB), and a member in good standing with the Law Society of BC
• A minimum of three years’ experience as a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, and/or human rights law
• Decision-making experience with an administrative tribunal is an asset

Additional requirements:In addition to your resume, please include a cover letter and writing sample you have self-authored. Place your sample in the same document as your resume and cover letter and submit with your online application.Important to knowBefore we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBC’s COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the “Policy”) is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.Who we areAt WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.Learn more: Discover .Our benefitsAs a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work — and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out .Salary: $53.08 – $68.61 / hourlyWant to apply?

• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email when you submit your application.Any additional application materials must be received by email to by 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date of the competition.

Expected salary

$53.08 – 68.61 per hour

Location

Richmond, BC

Job date

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 01:24:29 GMT

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