Are you a lawyer with experience in administrative law, employment law, and/or human rights law? WorkSafeBC's Legal Services 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.

As a Legal Adjudicative Officer , 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 Legal Services division is a full-service legal department that includes both solicitor and litigation practice areas, as well as privacy 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 serving stakeholders across B.C. effectively.

Where you'll work
At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices based on the operational needs of the position.

In this role, you'll work primarily remotely from your home in B.C., based on the operational needs of the position. There may also be occasions when you are asked to come to the office, such as for meetings, training and orientation.

• 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 internal legal advice on matters concerning prohibited action complaints
• Prepare and present training materials and tools to assist other WorkSafeBC staff
• Consistently models the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.

Your background and experience

• A Law degree (LLB), and a current practicing member in good standing with the Law Society of BC
• A minimum of three years' recent experience as a lawyer practicing administrative law, employment law, and/or human rights law
• General Knowledge of the Workers Compensation Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Regulation, OHS Policy in the Prevention Manual and OHS Guidelines
• Decision-making experience with an administrative tribunal is an asset

Important to know
Before 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

Who we are
At 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 reflect 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 who we are .

Our benefits
As 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:

• Extra 4% of your salary in lieu of benefits and 4% in lieu of vacation

Learn more: Find out what we offer

Salary: $59.29 - $68.61/hourly

Want 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.

In addition to your resume, please submit:

• A recent writing example (i.e. a legal opinion, written submission or factum related to administrative, employment or human rights law)

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.