Job Description

Judicial Paralegal

Location: Calgary
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Salary: 2,471.59 to $3,127.35 bi-weekly ($64,508 to $81,623 per year)

The Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta.

The Alberta Court of Justice will recognize the importance of working collaboratively with First Nations, Metis and Inuit communities, and have a working knowledge around the Truth and Reconciliation Commission calls to action. They also understand the importance of child and family involvement, connection, and collaboration to a large array of other cultures and communities.

Role Responsibilities

Do you have experience providing Executive and Legal Assistant support within a challenging and dynamic work environment? Do you want to work with the busiest court in Alberta, assisting the Justices of the Alberta Court of Justice in rendering judgments that will impact Albertans? If so, the Alberta Court of Justice has an exciting opportunity to provide executive and legal support to the justices in Calgary.

As a Judicial Paralegal, working in a team environment as well as independently, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive administrative and legal support for a number of Justices of the Alberta Court of Justice.

Required languages: English

Education level: Two Year Diploma

Required skills: The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented, and a dependable legal support professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You demonstrate strong judgement, discretion, and the confidence to escalate or address issues as needed. With excellent written and verbal communication skills, including advanced editing and proofreading, you balance independence and collaboration.

Additional skills / Assets: 5+ years as a Judicial Paralegal, Judicial Assistant, Paralegal or Legal Assistant. 8+ years’ experience directly supporting senior staff or executives. 2+ years’ experience working in a court or legal environment. Demonstrated ability to type 50+ WPM with minimal errors. Based on self-reported testing results at the time of application. Experience conducting legal research using databases such as CanLII, Westlaw, Lexis and Carswell. Experience working in an M365 environment. Ability to read and write French fluently.

Closest intersection: Calgary-5 Street SW and 6 Avenue SW