Legal Assistant -ASL4
Legal Services
Office of Attorney General
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Permanent / Open
Fredericton, NB
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Who we are
The 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 do
As a member of the Legal Services Branch, the successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Branch including to lawyers and management.
Who you are
The 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 English
Nice to Have (their asset qualifications)
- Experience working with confidential and/or legal documents
- Experience working in a legal setting
Subject 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 communication
- Client service orientation
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Flexibility
Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:
- Full competency in Microsoft Office Suite
Wage
$1816-$2205 Biweekly based on education and experience
Work environment
- Office location: 675 King Street, Chancery Place, Fredericton
- Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
- Working 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. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & safety.
How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at [email protected] by August 9, 2026 indicating competition number R78-2026-0663.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
PO Box 6000
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.
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