Saskatchewan Teachers Federation

About Saskatchewan Teachers Federation

We are seeking a full-time Legal Assistant at our head office in Saskatoon. This position provides confidential paralegal support for a variety of cases and legal matters associated with the work of boards of reference; educational relations board; Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board; and professional ethics, competency and collective interest committees. This position also provides administrative support to our in-house legal counsel. Primary Responsibilities Co-ordinate activities and prepare written reports and correspondence for boards of reference, arbitrations and mutual terminations. Prepare legal documents for review, approval, and use by legal counsel, various boards and committees. Analyze and summarize legal documents. Compose correspondence and reports requiring a legal or technical knowledge based on case specifications and counsel requests. Review and proofread all documentation from a legal perspective and consult with legal counsel regarding the need for preparation of various legal documents. Conduct records and legal research sufficient to compose legal documents, contracts and correspondence. Develop and maintain a case file indexing system that can be used as an active archive for all ongoing and completed cases. Maintain confidential legal files in accordance with requirements for maintaining legal privilege, preserving evidence, and managing formal document disclosure when required. Utilize legal data bases and/or software in conducting legal research and creating related documentation such as summaries and basic analysis. Monitor changes to government guidelines or regulations and submit reports on pertinent changes. Utilize existing files and a variety of other research resources to develop information for pending cases. Anticipate and prepare materials in responding to complex legal/administrative matters. Monitor deadlines, limitation periods, and other time factors and initiates follow up. Provide administrative support for the Federation’s disciplinary processes, including preparing appropriate correspondence; arranging meetings, conference calls, accommodations, hearing rooms and a court reporter as required. Responsible for legislative analysis, reviewing government legislation and internal legislation. Administer submissions and reports in compliance with the Lobbyists Registry. Co-ordinate the STF Governance Handbook updates. Provide administrative support for the educational relations board. Support local association governance, including constitution renewal. Support legal counsel including taking calls, forwarding messages, handling routine inquiries, booking meetings, organizing schedules, and assisting with office clerical duties as required. Participate in organizational development and professional growth opportunities as directed and/or required. Develop and maintain knowledge and application of people services and other organizational policies and procedures. Develop and maintain knowledge of the Federation’s vision, mission and values. Perform other related duties as required from time to time. Qualifications The successful applicant will have a legal assistant diploma, combined with 3-4 years of related experience. Knowledge of legal procedures and protocols and the principles, concepts and methods of legal research and analysis are required. Paralegal experience would be considered an asset. Skills, knowledge and abilities include: Proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Knowledge of terminology, grammar, vocabulary and spelling used in the legal field. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong research and report-generating skills. Experience in using legal database software. Highly motivated, well organized and legally minded. Exceptional time management and multi-tasking abilities. Show strong attention to detail and possess exceptional proofreading skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member. Salary and Benefits The salary range is $52,488 to $65,628. The Federation offers a 35-hour work week plus a full range of benefits, including extended health care; retirement plan; group life insurance; generous vacation package; sick leave; long-term disability and paid leave to deal with family, health and sickness and compassionate situations. As a registered employment equity employer, the Federation encourages applications from members of the following equity groups: people of Aboriginal ancestry, people with disabilities, members of visible minorities and women. If your considerable experience and strong commitment to excellence serve to make you an exceptional candidate for this position, please complete the Careers Application Form by selecting the “” button below. Please submit your cover letter and resume in one PDF or WORD file. The deadline for applications is midnight, February 17, 2020.

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